Helen Dempsey, a member of Mountmellick Macra na Feirme in Co Laois, has officially announced her intention to run for Macra Leinster vice-president.

Dempsey is a teacher by profession and part-time farmer.

She has been a member of Mountmellick Macra na Feirme for the past six years.

Since joining the club, she has been actively involved in all aspects of the club, county and organisation nationally.

“Following a series of conversations and discussions with my friends, family and club members, I am officially declaring as a candidate in the forthcoming Leinster vice-president elections," she said.

Great organisation

"Macra na Feirme is a great organisation and I have been proud to have served at club, county and national level as a member of the national competitions committee.

“One of my many objectives is club development and participation among members. Competitions is an area of Macra that I am particularly interested in. It is a key tool to entice new members into our organisation and to retain them.

“I have served as club chairperson, secretary and treasurer and also as secretary and chairperson of Laois Macra na Feirme.

"I have the experience to motivate and support clubs to help them reach their potential,” she said.

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