8th international EFJCA Conference | 30 November & 1 December 2026 | Portlaoise (Ireland)

Bio Christine Lodge

Christine Lodge is a highly experienced senior leader in the not-for-profit sector, with an extensive track record of leading complex, multi-site organisations and delivering high-impact programmes that improve outcomes for children, young people, families, and communities. She brings significant expertise across organisational leadership, governance, HR, finance, programme management, compliance, and strategic partnership development.

Christine holds an MA in Community & Voluntary Sector Management from University College Cork, as well as qualifications in Counselling & Psychotherapy and specialist training in understanding and responding to Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. She has also undertaken specialist study in charity law, governance, and trusteeship with the Law Society of Ireland.

Alongside her executive leadership career, Christine is a qualified psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with a particular interest in supporting children and young people. Combining clinical insight with strategic leadership, she is widely recognised for her collaborative approach, strong governance expertise, and commitment to strengthening services and supports for individuals, families, and communities.