Dr. Ebun Joseph
Special Rapporteur Racial Equality and Racism Ireland
Diversity & Race Relations Consultant • Lecturer • Antiracism Specialist • Researcher • Career Development Expert • Author • Life Coach • Keynote Speaker
Academic & Research Work
Dr. Ebun Joseph has pioneered academic work on race and antiracism in Ireland through her leadership and research initiatives.
- Founder & Director of the Institute of Antiracism and Black Studies (IABS)
- Developed Ireland's first Black Studies module at University College Dublin
- Published author of critical works on race, labour markets, and antiracism
- Leading researcher on racial inequality in Irish labour markets
Public Advocacy & Leadership
As a recognized leader in racial equality, Dr. Joseph holds influential positions and drives important conversations nationally.
- Special Rapporteur on Racial Equality and Racism in Ireland
- Host of The DEeP Table Podcast exploring race and diversity
- Regular media commentator on issues of race and equality
- Keynote speaker at national and international conferences
Professional Highlights
Academic Leadership
Founder & Director of the Institute of Antiracism and Black Studies (IABS)
Public Advocacy
Special Rapporteur on Racial Equality and Racism in Ireland
Published Author
Author of critical works on race, labour markets, and antiracism
Educational Impact
Developer of Ireland's first Black Studies module at UCD
Recent Highlights
ECHOES 2004 Documentary
Premiere: 25 February 2026
Exploring the 2004 Citizenship Referendum's lasting impact on belonging in Ireland
Learn MoreNAPAR First Annual Report
Launched 18 February 2026
First Year Progress Report of Ireland's National Action Plan Against Racism
Read ReportThe DEeP Table Podcast
Where we bring people together for conversations about race and managing difference in a diverse world. Each episode explores how identity, culture, racism and power shape our experiences.
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Recent Episodes
Sitting with Racism
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Who Belongs Here?
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How Ireland Talks About Diversity
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The Good White Person Syndrome
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"There's no Racism in Ireland"
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