April Harris Helps: Standing Together, Supporting Change

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At Harris PR, we believe that business can and should be a force for good. Through our Harris Helps initiative, we’re proud to support organisations and individuals working for equality, compassion, dignity, and justice — at home and abroad.

 

Here’s a look at some of the causes we’ve supported recently, each one close to the hearts of our team and community.

 

Supporting Equality & Inclusion in Ireland

 

In April, we partnered with the Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) whose vital work advances the rights and wellbeing of transgender people through advocacy, education, and community support.

 

In May, we’re backing Jigsaw the National Centre for Youth Mental Health, which provides essential services and resources to help young people across Ireland feel heard, supported, and empowered.

 

To mark 10 years since the Marriage Equality vote, we’re also proud to support Belong To Youth Services, who work with LGBTQ+ young people to create safe, welcoming spaces and advocate for equal rights and opportunities.

 

Reflecting on our own small part in the #VoteWithUs campaign over a decade ago, we remain committed to a future where every person is seen, respected, and celebrated — and we know there’s still work to do:

 

  • Protect LGBTQI+ young people

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  • Ensure inclusive and compassionate trans healthcare

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  • End extreme hate speech

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  • Build inclusive schools, workplaces, and communities

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  • Secure equal rights for children of LGBTQI+ families

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  • Keep learning, showing up, and supporting

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  • And always remember: Pride is a protest

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Donations can be made below:

 

https://www.belongto.org/support-our-work/raise-funds/donate/ 

 

https://teni.ie/donate/ 

 

https://jigsaw.ie/donate/ 

 

Medical Aid for Palestinians

 

As part of our ongoing Harris Helps efforts, we’re also supporting Medical Aid for Palestinians, a charity delivering life-saving medical support in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon.

 

In response to the worsening humanitarian crisis, we’ve launched a fundraiser — starting with a €250 donation from Harris — and we’re encouraging our network to get involved. Whether through donations, sharing, or advocacy, every action matters.

 

Let’s stand in solidarity with those on the front lines of care.

 

You can still donate to our fundraiser here – https://ig.me/sn5VzL3O96dJZQy 

 

Running for Good: Fundraisers Close to Home

 

Jess Kelly’s Mini Marathon for the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre


Jess is running the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in support of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC), raising funds for vital counselling and advocacy services for survivors. We’re proud to support her and this incredibly important cause.

 

Donation Link here –  https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/jesskellynt4

 

In Memory of Adrian Caldwell: Supporting Northern Ireland Hospice


Adrian Caldwell was a valued member of our wider Harris family. In his memory, his loved ones completed a marathon relay to raise funds for the Northern Ireland Hospice, whose care provided great comfort to Adrian and his family. We are honoured to contribute in his name.

 

Donation Link here –  https://adrian-caldwell.muchloved.com/ 

 

Remembering Gina McCarthy: A Gift for Her Son’s Future


Following the untimely passing of Gina McCarthy, a much-loved colleague at Ford, Harris made a donation to support her son’s education fund. It’s a small gesture to honour her memory and the future she worked so hard to build for her family.

 

Donation Link here – https://www.gofundme.com/f/for-gina-mccarthy-a-little-help-from-your-friends 

Together, we can make a lasting difference.


Harris Helps exists to support the people, movements, and missions that are shaping a better world. If there’s a cause that matters to you, we want to hear about it.

 

Let’s keep showing up — with heart, with hope, and with action.

 

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Denny Redmond

JUNIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Denny brings a rich and varied background across PR, HR, and theatre production, with PR agency experience and an in-house role with The Gate Theatre, as well as several roles in the HR sector. After taking time to travel and pursue further studies, he returned to the world of PR in 2025, joining the Harris PR team where he supports clients in the food, motoring, retail, festivals & events, and NFP sectors.

 

Denny’s creative waters run deep, and his communication skills, signature energy and collaborative approach make him an invaluable addition to the team.

Viktoriia Hurska

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Vika joined Harris PR following her selection as the recipient of the 2025/26 Harris PR Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Bursary, developed in partnership with the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) and the Open Doors Initiative. Originally from Ukraine and displaced by war, Vika came to Ireland in 2022 and brings over eight years of experience in communications including a wealth of strategic insight, creativity, and international perspective.

 

As part of the Bursary, Viktoriia is completing the PRII Diploma in Public Relations, combining academic study with hands-on agency experience at Harris PR, where she supports clients in the retail, health & wellness, festivals and NFP sectors.

Eve McSweeney

Account Manager

Eve is a skilled communications specialist who joined Harris PR in 2026 bringing extensive experience in strategic PR across the business, technology, and consumer sectors.

 

Eve previously spent over four years at tech-focused communications agency Beachhut PR, where she delivered strategic positioning, executive profiling, and global media relations for high-growth companies and multinational brands, often translating jargon heavy language into clear messaging. Her experience spans fintech, automotive, e-commerce, Web3, med-tech, supply chain, and enviro-tech industries.

 

She plays a key role in shaping and delivering integrated communications strategies, working closely with clients to build strong narratives, deliver insight-led storytelling, and drive meaningful media engagement.

Emma Geraghty

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Emma started her career in Internal Communications before undertaking a Masters in Public Relations and Strategic Communications. She moved on to become a Public Relations Manager in a fast-paced retail environment for over two years before joining Harris PR in 2025.

 

Experienced in delivering and executing PR campaigns across corporate, consumer and sustainability communications, whilst nurturing brand reputation, Emma manages clients in the health & wellness, retail, festivals and NFP sectors. A true media relations pro, her passion lies in storytelling and identifying news angles that will generate positive coverage while landing key messages.

Niamh McCarrick

DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR

With over 20 years’ experience, both agency and in-house, Niamh is a versatile and passionate PR expert who joined the Harris PR team in 2020.

 

During the course of her career she has worked with a broad range of corporate entities and consumer brands from industries spanning retail, telecoms, and FMCG, and has been the recipient of a number of PRCA awards in recognition of her work. She later served on the judging panel for the annual industry awards for several years.

Niamh specialises in strategy, planning, media relations and influencer management at Harris PR, and is the account lead for a number of brands in the retail, food & beverage, health & wellness and travel & tourism sectors.

Sonia Harris Pope

FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR

Sonia established Harris PR in 2009, following a decade in agency PR and three years as a journalist with the Sunday Independent.  Her vision is to provide a truly people centric service, delivering standout creative work that moves the dial, while acting as an extension of client teams

 

While taking an active role in client work, alongside running the business, Sonia is responsible for strategic counsel, creative oversight and KPI delivery.  She has advised multinationals, start-ups, NFPs, and more over the course of her career and is deeply committed to advancing the PR industry by investing in talent and building an agency culture rooted in fairness and inclusivity.

 

Sonia is committed to advancing DEI in the PR Industry, and recently commissioned research and prepared the first benchmark report and toolkit for employers on the state of DEI in PR Ireland.  An active member of the PRII, and co-founder of the DEI PR Bursary now in its third year, Sonia has recently joined the board of the PRCA, and is committed to driving more inclusive hiring and workplace practices throughout the industry.