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Sinead Kennedy is a Senior University Tutor in English at Maynooth University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She holds a doctorate in critical theory and modernism from the same institution. Her research focuses on Marxist theory, gender, sexuality, and Irish writing/culture, deeply intertwined with her political activism. Notably, she co-founded the Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment (2013), a coalition of over 100 groups that spearheaded Ireland’s successful 2018 referendum to remove restrictive abortion laws. She served as Head of Research for the Together for Yes campaign, a pivotal role in the national civil society effort.
Education: Doctorate in Critical Theory and Modernism (Maynooth University).
Research Interests: Kennedy’s work bridges academic scholarship and grassroots activism. Key areas include:
- Gender politics in Irish literature
- Reproductive rights and healthcare access
- Marxist-feminist critiques of neoliberalism
- Intersectionality in social movements
Outreach & Advocacy: Co-founder of the Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment (2013), instrumental in forming Together for Yes (2018). Her activism has included roles in:
- National Women’s Council collaborations
- Abortion Rights Campaign leadership
- Public lectures on feminist art and legal reform
Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary networks linking academia and civil society, particularly through her role in coordinating MA English programs and first-year student support.
