Change Nation Live Archive

#changenation — the event as it happened

A live-event archive bringing together keynote moments, commentary, and concrete action pledges from delegates working to help proven solutions succeed in Ireland.

Archived Coverage

This page captures the energy of Change Nation as it unfolded: live-stream moments, keynote highlights, commentary from the first day, and a record of the promises made by delegates who committed to helping these ideas move forward in Ireland.

Archived Video

An Taoiseach keynote

A featured keynote moment from the event, preserved as part of the live-stream archive.

RTÉ Coverage

More RTÉ videos

Additional event video coverage offering broader context, reactions, and highlights.

Featured Clip

Paul O'Hara — the aim of Change Nation

A short explanation of the purpose behind the event and the ambition to connect Ireland with proven, practical solutions from around the world.

News Commentary

Day one coverage by RTÉ News

Commentary and reporting reflecting how the event was received and discussed during its opening day.

Actions and Commitments

Change only happens when ideas are matched by people willing to act. One of the most powerful parts of Change Nation was the public commitment made by delegates, institutions, and supporters who pledged to help specific solutions take root in Ireland.

Patricia will introduce Eva to Liam Herrick, Executive Director of the Irish Penal Reform Trust, so they can explore synergies.
Patricia Kennedy · Sticks & Stones · Solution 51: Building Peace In The Community
Dublin City University to be the first age friendly university in the world.
Brian McCraith · Solution 16: Retirement With Purpose
I will work to set up meetings for Sascha with IBEC and The Wheel, to grow a network of Irish providers and increase awareness of LLG's work among non-profit organisations.
Seán Coughlan · Social Entrepreneurs Ireland · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work
I am going to help identify the right Irish companies to join the Living Labs Global network, and make the necessary introductions.
Brian Caulfield · DFJ Esprit · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work
I will facilitate introductions to Government personnel and leaders of community organisations.
Frank Flannery · Fine Gael · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work
I will find out more about Living Labs Global, and see how An Post's network into Irish communities could be used to make citizens aware of LLG's catalogue of solutions to problems in their area.
Paul Saunders · An Post · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work
I will put Sascha in contact with the head of our Design Studio.
John Tierney · Dublin City Council · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work
I will meet with Sascha again and discuss a more detailed proposition. Among other items on the agenda, we will look into participating in the Living Labs Global Award programme.
John Tierney · Dublin City Council · Solution 11: Changing The Way Cities Work

Community Reactions

The original page also included a mix of public comments and general feedback. Some of it reflected appreciation for the project, while some entries were generic or unrelated to the event itself. In this version, the focus stays on the meaningful record of participation, support, and follow-through.

Public interest in practical change

The broader reaction shows that people respond when big national problems are presented alongside workable, real-world examples rather than vague promises.

Personal and civic connection

Some responses reflected a strong personal link to Ireland and a desire to contribute, whether through expertise, introductions, or a deeper connection with community issues.

This page is best understood as a live archive: part event record, part action board, and part public-facing reminder that solutions only matter when people commit to carrying them forward.