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Melissa Byrne
Melissa is a 24-year-old graduate from Kilcullen and will be standing for Aontú in the Newbridge Local Electoral Area (LEA) during June’s local elections.
She recently graduated from Maynooth University with a first-class honours degree in English and Anthropology and she currently works as an outreach officer for ‘Students for Life,’ engaging in advocacy and volunteer initiatives. Mellisa previously worked in Curragh Grange in Newbridge as well as in Cross’ Centra in Kilcullen. Her first-hand experience with the local area has driven her decision to run for the local elections. She believes that she can help to make our locality a better and more fulfilling place to live.
Melissa’s decision to join Aontú wasn’t merely about politics; it’s about affecting real change in her community. Together, we aspire to address pressing issues such as housing, environmental sustainability, transport, and economic prosperity, ensuring that no member of our community is left behind.