Board of Directors

Robin Hanan brings over three decades of leadership experience in organisations dedicated to equality, social justice, and peace. Before entering the community and voluntary sector, he served as a civil servant in the Departments of Transport, Tourism, Trade, and Foreign Affairs, gaining valuable insight into public policy and international cooperation.

As former CEO of Comhlámh, Robin led programmes supporting volunteers engaged in global education, international solidarity, and advocacy for social justice. During this period, he also convened the Asylum Rights Alliance, a national coalition advocating for refugee and asylum-seeker rights.

Robin later served as Director of the European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN) Ireland, where he trained and supported national and local organisations to engage with Irish and European anti-poverty policies. Within the broader European network, he chaired the Social Inclusion Policy Group, strengthening cooperation between governments and NGOs across EU member states.

As former CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, Robin championed the rights and welfare of refugees and migrants, work that continues to inspire his ongoing voluntary commitments, including his contributions to the Glencree Intercultural and Refugee Programme on its Board.

Since retiring in 2018, Robin has continued to play an active role in the community and voluntary sector, serving on several boards and advisory committees. He is currently Chairperson of Voluntary Service International (VSI), promoting peace, social justice, and sustainable development, and continues to provide voluntary support to human rights organisations, particularly in strategic planning, governance and facilitation.

Marguerite has expertise in the area of advocacy, programme and service delivery in community, voluntary and public service sectors, particularly with hard to reach communities including asylum seekers and undocumented migrants.

Pierrot Ngadi has been a member of Amnesty International and Frontline Defenders in Ireland, campaigning on human rights issues. He has been Honoured with the title of The Universal Ambassador for Peace, Universal Peace Federation Ambassador and Ambassador for the World Union of Small and Medium Enterprises. Pierrot is a dedicated campaigner and lobbyist for refugees & asylum seekers living in UK/ Ireland; 

As an independent researcher, Katrina Goldstone has written extensively on minorities, cultural diversity and Jewish communities since the 1990s. She has contributed features, articles and reviews to numerous publications in Ireland and the UK as well as academic essays. 

Sally Galiana is the Radio Manager at NEAR FM, a community-based radio station promoting diversity, inclusion, and social awareness across North Dublin. With extensive experience in community media, intercultural communication, and advocacy, Sally has led numerous projects amplifying migrant and minority voices in Irish broadcasting.

She collaborates closely with grassroots organisations, educators, and cultural networks to develop programmes that highlight equality, integration, and community participation. Sally’s work focuses on empowering underrepresented communities to share their stories and influence public dialogue on social justice and inclusion