Noelle Brown

Meet Noelle

I’m Noelle Brown, the Social Democrats Councillor for Kimmage-Rathmines.

I was born in and adopted from Bessborough Mother and Baby Home in Cork. I have been living in Dublin since 1987 and have spent decades working in the arts sector.

As a playwright and performer, I have used theatre as a platform to address urgent social issues and amplify marginalised voices. I have also been a campaigner for survivors of Mother and Baby Homes for many years and I am a member of the LGBTQ+ Community.

I have seen the inspiring work that Tara Deacy has done as a Councillor for the entire ward, and I intend to be equally active and engaged. I look forward to collaborating with new and existing community groups to work towards inclusive, progressive, and forward-looking planning for Kimmage-Rathmines Local Election Area.

I want to address the needs and hopes of Kimmage-Rathmines residents and act accordingly. I firmly believe progress cannot happen without consensus, and decisions must be made using an evidence-based approach. In other words, nothing about us without us.

Noelle’s Priorities

• Fighting for affordable housing to rent or buy in our areas.
• Championing play, sport and recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.
• Ensuring our areas and all of Dublin are more neurodivergent friendly.
• Promoting an urban ecosystem that brings nature and community together.
• Advocating for a fully supportive, safe environment for older people, and those with disabilities within our areas.
• Ensuring that the remodelling of Ravensdale Park reflects its location with an emphasis on tree planting and an avoidance of anti-social behaviour.