The Irish Girl Guides (IGG) are proud to announce the appointment of Aisling Claffey Healion as their new Chief Commissioner.
She was officially introduced to members during the organisation’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the National Conference 2025 (19–21 September), held under the theme “Guiding Lights, Valuing Our Volunteers.” Aisling Claffey Healion will formally take up her new role in December.
This appointment marks an important leadership transition for IGG, as Aisling Claffey Healion succeeds Amanda O’Sullivan, who has served as Chief Commissioner since 2019. At the AGM, members and volunteers expressed heartfelt gratitude to Amanda O’Sullivan for her dedication, vision, and service over the past six years.
IGG extends its heartfelt thanks for her outstanding leadership and continued support. Aisling Claffey Healion takes up her new role while Amanda O’Sullivan remains on the Board for another year to support her successor and ensure a smooth transition.
As new Chief Commissioner, Aisling Claffey Healion will lead the organisation into its next chapter, working alongside volunteers, staff, and members to advance IGG’s mission of empowering girls and young women across Ireland through fun, friendship, and adventure. The organisation also expresses its sincere appreciation to outgoing Chief Commissioner Amanda O’Sullivan for her exceptional leadership and commitment.
Incoming Chief Commissioner Aisling Claffey Healion said: “Becoming Chief Commissioner is both a privilege and a joy.
“Guiding has been part of my life for more than two decades and I’ve seen first-hand the difference it makes for girls and young women across Ireland. I’m so grateful to Amanda for her leadership and to all our volunteers whose passion and commitment keep Guiding strong. I’m excited to work together as we write the next inspiring chapter of Irish Girl Guides.”
Outgoing Chief Commissioner Amanda O’Sullivan reflected: “Serving as Chief Commissioner has been an honour.
“I am so proud of what we have achieved together as a Movement, and I know that under Aisling’s leadership, IGG will continue to shine as a guiding light for girls and young women across Ireland.” Lorraine McHugh, CEO of Irish Girl Guides, added: “Working with Amanda has been a real privilege.
“Her deep knowledge of Guiding, her open-mindedness, and her commitment to bringing staff and volunteers together as one united team have made a lasting impact on IGG. She has been a true champion of collaboration, and we thank her sincerely for her leadership.
“We are equally excited to welcome (new name) as Chief Commissioner and look forward to working with her as she brings fresh energy and vision to the role.”
