About Us

John has been a consultant and researcher with a range of international development and human rights organisations, primarily in the area of information management and technology use. Prior to becoming Doras CEO he worked at the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick, where his primary areas of interest were project and programme management, organised responses to social inequality, and using social media to achieve social good. He has been a human rights activist and campaigner for over 20 years, and has been involved in a range of social justice campaigns during that time. He has also previously served as chairperson of the Board of Doras. John holds a Batchelor’s degree in Engineering, an MA in Peace and Development Studies, and a PhD in the area of human rights information management.

Anne started working with Doras in August 2017. Anne has previous experience working in the fields of legal and medical administration. Anne is  from Limerick and is enjoying the experience of working in the environment of the Doras office.

Helen has worked for Doras Luimní since 2008. A recipient of Vodafone Awards in 2008, Helen initially joined Doras as Education and Employment Coordinator. Helen has a particular interest in integration through education and she is now responsible for the implementation of Doras projects funded by Pobal through the European Refugee Fund. Prior to joining Doras, Helen worked in the field of development education where she became involved with training and supporting asylum seekers and refugees. She was also involved in a European Gruntvig partnership with five countries that exchanged learning on mentoring practices for newly arrived migrants. Helen has a Degree in Social Studies in Social Care and a Masters in Contemporary Migration and Diaspora Studies.

Aideen has been working in the refugee protection and human rights sector since 2006. She holds a Master of Laws degree in International Human Rights and Refugee Law, a Higher Diploma in International Project Management and an undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Sociology. She joined the Doras team in 2013. She has worked in a number of roles across the organisation since then and is currently employed as our Policy Officer.

Fiona McCaul first joined Doras Luimni in August 2013 on a 9 month internship with the legal service.  She continued working with the legal service on a voluntary basis and was appointed Legal Officer in June 2015.  She holds a B.A (Hons) in European Community Studies and a first class Postgraduate Honours Degree in Irish Law (LL.b) from the National University of Ireland, Galway. Fiona also holds a Diploma in Community Development from NUIG and is an advocate of achieving social change through redistribution in order to eliminate poverty and social exclusion. Fiona is also passionate about recognising diversity through promoting the full participation of minorities, to ensure an equal and accessible society.  Fiona provides one-to-one legal advice and information on a range of immigration related issues.

Audrey joined Doras in July 2017. She has over twenty years’ experience in both the Public and Private financial sectors. Audrey holds a qualification as an Accountant Technician (IATI) and furthered her studies in Certified Public Accountancy(CPA). She also holds a qualification in Supervisory Management and is a qualified Trainer/Mentor. Audrey has worked closely with the Department of Social Protection and Department of Justice & Equality in her previous roles as Financial Administrator/Manager. She is also a qualified Trainer & Mentor and has worked with Tusla, KDYS, Post Primary Schools and private agencies. Audrey is Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist MIACP and has a practice in Limerick. Audrey has a passion for equality and choice for all.

Hassan joined Doras in June 2019 as an Advice and Legal Information Officer. He is passionate about equal access to rights for migrants, refugees and international protection applicants living in direct provision centres in Ireland, having come to Ireland in the year 2007 seeking international protection.
He holds a BA in Politics and Public Administration and a Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, both from Univeristy of Limerick. Hassan is fluent in English, Swahili and Somali

Consolata Nneka Okonkwo holds degrees in Business Studies and Banking &Finance. She also has diplomas in event management, Business with Information Systems, ECDL, SAGE Accounting and Payroll, and has completed a course on Community Work in a Changing Ireland. She worked with PAUL Partnership as a Receptionist/Administrator from 2007 to 2009. Consolata joined Doras Luimní as a Receptionist Administrator and after a few years became our Operations Assistant. She enjoys helping clients by meeting with them one-to-one. Consolata’s dedication led her to volunteer with Doras Luimni as Advice and information Intern while also working as a Case Worker for Immigration Advice Service in Limerick for a number of years. Presently she is the Advice & Information Officer and will continue her support for people and migrants in Limerick. Consolata is originally from Nigeria, and is bilingual in Igbo and English.

Sue Windle first joined Doras in September of 2017 on a 4 month student placement from LIT. Sue continued to work for Doras on a voluntary basis and was appointed as Advice and Information Offcer in June of 2019. The following Year Sue was appointed as Support & Outreach Officer. She holds a B.A (Hons) in Social Care Studies from LIT. Prior to coming to Doras, she had worked in the community for over a decade supporting people in disability services.

Sue is passionate about supporting and advocating for families and individuals in Direct Provision and the community. She is an advocate for more robust mental health services for people in Direct Provision and those that have experienced trauma.

Ahmed first joined Doras on a student placement supporting the Advice and Support team, as part of the LIT BA in Social Care programme. Ahmed has worked in areas related to youth, education, environment, peace building, gender and leadership for 4 years, including support & outreach roles with Paul Partnership and Kerry Action for Development Education. Ahmed has also worked with the Global Peace Foundation Ireland for 3 years, focusing on engaging youth and students within Limerick in environmental sustainability, peace and education related projects.