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Jen Cummins
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Jen Cummins (born 1974/1975) is an Irish Social Democrats politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Dublin South-Central constituency since the 2024 general election.
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Cummins was previously a member of Dublin City Council, having been elected in June at the 2024 local elections for the South West Inner City electoral area.
Early life and education
[edit]Cummins earned a Doctorate in Education from Dublin City University, focusing her research on the experiences of young people who left mainstream education before completing the Leaving Certificate.[2] She also graduated from Maynooth University and Trinity College Dublin.[1]
Career in education and youth work
[edit]Cummins has a background in youth and educational services. She served as the Coordinator of the Ballymun Anseo School Completion Programme from its inception in 2007. Additionally, Cummins also lectured in ethics on the Bachelor of Education course at DCU. Cummins was also Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Educate Together for several years.[3]
Political career
[edit]In June 2024, Cummins was elected to Dublin City Council, representing the South West Inner City electoral area.[1][4] Cummins was elected as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Dublin South-Central constituency in 2024 Irish general election for the Social Democrats.[5][6] She serves as the Party's spokesperson for Education; and Further and Higher Education, Research Innovation, and Science.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Cummins lives in the Liberties[1] with her husband, Dietmar Weiss,[7][8] and their four children.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e Burns, Sarah (1 December 2024). "Dublin South Central: Jen Cummins (SD)". The Irish Times. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Jen Cummins – Social Democrats". Retrieved 11 January 2025.
- ^ "ITE Advisory Board – Jen Cummins". Trinity College Dublin. Retrieved 11 January 2025.
- ^ "Jen Cummins". ElectionsIreland.org. Retrieved 11 January 2025.
- ^ "Jen Cummins". Oireachtas Members Database. Retrieved 11 January 2025.
- ^ "General Election 2024 Live Results – Dublin South Central". RTÉ News. 1 December 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
- ^ "The Menu's top Christmas hampers for the finest festive fare". Irish Examiner. 4 December 2021. Retrieved 2 October 2025.
- ^ Cummins, Jen [@jencumminssocdems]; (30 October 2024). "Massive congratulations to my husband Dr. Dietmar Weiss on his graduation from @tudublin today. A beautiful ceremony with wonderful music. So many happy graduates and their families today. Very inspiring! We are all so proud of you Dee!!" – via Instagram.