Jackie Devoy was born in 1964 in the inner-city Dublin neighbourhood of Fatima Mansions. With grit and determination, Jackie has lived her life by the creed that hard work can help you achieve anything, no matter your background. Though faced with barriers like poverty and limited access to education, Jackie has always forged her own path. After starting a family, she resolved not merely to survive but to thrive – living out loud, pursuing happiness without apology or worry of judgement. Jackie’s inspirational story shows that circumstances at birth need not dictate the trajectory of one’s life. By boldly going after what she wanted, Jackie found success on her own terms as a reminder that the human spirit cannot be contained by socioeconomic status. Both her struggles and triumphs stand as a testament to working tirelessly towards your boldest dreams.