About Us

Our Mission

Empowering those affected by homelessness by training them as walking tour guides of Dublin.


What We Do

Secret Street Tours is a nonprofit social enterprise with a clear goal: to empower people affected by homelessness by training them to become skilled walking tour guides. Through this, we provide them with a platform to share their personal stories while showcasing the rich history of Dublin.

Our training program focuses on building confidence through workshops in public speaking, customer service, and route planning. Collaborating with professional tour guides, we create unique tours that blend Dublin’s history with personal narratives.

Our tours offer more than just a journey through the streets of Dublin—they provide a socially responsible and immersive experience. Each guide brings their unique perspective, sharing not only the city's hidden gems but also their own meaningful connections to these places.


Our Impact

By choosing to book a tour with Secret Street Tours, you are directly supporting Dublin’s homeless community. Here’s how your participation makes a difference:

  • Income & Savings: Your ticket purchase provides our guides with a steady income, helping them work toward long-term goals such as further education.

  • Giving a Voice: Each tour gives a voice to individuals from a community that is often spoken about but rarely listened to.

  • Raising Awareness: By joining our tours, you contribute to raising awareness of Dublin’s homelessness crisis.

  • Spreading the Word: Sharing your experience helps us grow, allowing more guides to join us and share their stories.

  • Unlocking Potential: By connecting with our guides, you help uncover their potential and open new doors for their futures.


Our Team

Apart from our guides, our team are all volunteers.

Tom Austin

Founder

Eva Wolzok

Director

Fiona O’Sullivan

Guide Mentor

 

Thaynara Vallese

Social Media Community Manager

 

Molly Hunt

Writer

 

Pragya Negi

Digital Content Lead

 

Carl Fogarty

IT Support

 

Isabel O’Farrell

Content Creator

 

Sonali Agrawal

Administrator

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