LIMERICK native and CEO of the global charity GOAL was honoured for her 30 years of humanitarian work at a mayoral reception by Mayor of Limerick councillor Gerald Mitchell.
Siobhan Walsh received the honour on Friday last (May 12) for her contribution to humanitarian relief and development work with the aid charity GOAL over the last 30 years.
A native of Fedamore, Ms Walsh was appointed CEO of GOAL in 2018, having spent 22 years abroad in Asia and Africa performing humanitarian work.
Mayor Mitchell said that he was “honoured to host a mayoral reception for Siobhan Walsh in recognition and appreciation of her contribution to humanitarianism through her work with Concern and GOAL”.
“Siobhan’s tireless work for over 30 years, which has raised millions for some of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, is to be commended. We are extremely thankful for her commitment and would like to recognise the value and importance of her work.”
Ms Walsh said the award has a deep significance to her and that “it is such a privilege to be recognised by Mayor Mitchell in my home county of Limerick”.
“When I finished college, I really started my education journey as I entered the University of Life,” she told the gathering.
“I am grateful to my family, friends, and the Limerick network of people who have supported me over the past 30 years; giants like Fr Aengus Finucane and Tim O’Connor who were my steadfast coaches. We all need champions and supporters on our journey.”
