EMN Ireland is the Irish National Contact Point (NCP) of the European Migration Network, operating under the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). As part of the EU network of experts, EMN Ireland provides objective and policy-relevant information on migration and international protection. With a dedicated team including Emma Quinn, Head of the Irish NCP, and several policy officers, EMN Ireland focuses on producing research, policy analysis, and comparative studies.

They tackle diverse topics such as migration trends, legislative and policy developments, and policy implementation issues. Additionally, EMN Ireland actively contributes to the EMN Asylum and Migration Glossary, offering standardized terms and definitions. They organize events on migration and asylum matters and maintain a comprehensive library of research-based publications, including summaries of relevant case law and legislation in Ireland and the EU.

Through their activities, EMN Ireland supports the national network, ensuring that informed decisions and policies are made in the realm of migration and international protection