Franek Dobronski

Franek Dobronski is a 19-year-old student from Carlow town, studying climate and environmental sustainability at Dublin City University. He has been in the news for sharing his experience of managing a two-hour daily commute to classes due to the acute shortage of student accommodation in Ireland, which has forced many students to travel long distances. Despite the challenges of commuting and the demands of student life, he remains actively involved in college societies and athletics, highlighting the pressing issue of housing affordability for young people in Ireland.