Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) has launched its new Strategic Plan 2030 at the Sport Ireland Conference Centre in Dublin, outlining an ambitious vision for the future of Irelands equestrian sector and reinforcing the organisations commitment to excellence, welfare, participation and sustainable growth.The strategy sets out a roadmap for the development of Irish equestrian sport and breeding through to 2030, with a strong focus on supporting horses, participants and communities across the country.Developed through an extensive consultation process, the plan reflects input provided from more than 550 individuals, 27 affiliate organisations and a wide range of stakeholders from across the sector.At the heart of the strategy is a vision for Horse Sport Ireland to lead a modern, innovative and welfare-centred equestrian sector, integrating grassroots participation, breeding and high-performance sport, with recognised international impact.The sport horse sector in Ireland continues to play a major role in the national economy and rural Ireland, contributing approximately 1billion annually and supporting over 14,000 jobs nationwide. Ireland also maintains a world-leading reputation in equestrian sport and breeding, with Irish athletes and horses continuing to achieve success on the Olympic, World and European stage.The Strategic Plan identifies five core priorities that will guide HSIs work over the coming years: Partnership, Influence and Sector Representation Excellence in Breeding and High-Performance Sport Participation, Access and Development Customer Value and Sustainable Growth Organisational Capability and Strong Governance.Ministers Charlie McConalogue TD, Martin Heydon TD and Patrick ODonovan TD, in a joint foreword within the strategy document, described the sport horse as a national symbol and a national asset, highlighting the sectors importance to the Irish economy, rural communities, and Irelands global sporting reputation.Minister of State with special responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy Charlie McConalogue during the Horse Sport Ireland Strategic Plan launch at Sport Ireland Conference Centre in Blanchardstown, Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/SportsfileMinister McConalogue attended the launch and described Strategy 2030 as an important milestone for Horse Sport Ireland, saying: This plan provides a clear framework leading up to the LA Olympic Games in 2028 and Brisbane in 2032, as it supports the development of the next generation of athletes.The sport horse sector is a vital employer in rural areas, supporting up to 14,000 jobs, and this plan aims to work with the sector and Government to further grow and strengthen equestrian sport.I am delighted to have the opportunity to launch this plan, and my Department and Sport Ireland look forward to working with Horse Sport Ireland to deliver further success for Ireland in the competition arena.Speaking at the launch, Horse Sport Ireland Chair Dr Pamela Byrne said the strategy represents a significant milestone for the organisation and the wider sector.Strategy 2030 aims for Horse Sport Ireland to lead a modern, innovative, and welfare-centred equestrian sector, integrating grassroots participation, breeding, and high-performance sport, with recognised international impact.This strategy is not just a plan; it is an invitation to our affiliates, and a commitment by HSI, to work together in a more collaborative, more open and a more united way.Within the strategy, we look at ourselves internally and how we can improve the services we deliver, better support our athletes and horses, as well as prepare for technical moderation.HSI Chief Executive Denis Duggan said the strategy would help position Irelands sport horse sector strongly for the future while building on the countrys established international reputation.At the Horse Sport Ireland Strategic Plan launch are, from left to right, Jessica Krten, High Performance Jumping Manager; Sam Griffiths, High Performance Eventing Manager; Minister of State with special responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy Charlie McConalogue; Horse Sport Ireland Chair Dr Pamela Byrne; Horse Sport Ireland Chief Executive Officer Denis Duggan; Simone Hession, High Performance Para Dressage Manager; and Anne Marie Dunphy, High Performance Dressage Manager; at Sport Ireland Conference Centre in Blanchardstown, Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile This strategy has emerged from one of the broadest engagement processes in the organisations history, with extensive consultation across affiliates, stakeholders, staff, athletes and the wider community.It is centred on industry partnership, sporting and breeding excellence, participation, customer service and strong governance.HSI is committed to operating to the highest standards in all that we do, and this 2030 strategy will be central to our focus, underpinned by our values.This plan is not the conclusion of a process; it is the beginning of a new collective commitment between Horse Sport Ireland and the sport horse sector.The strategy also places significant emphasis on welfare, environmental responsibility, safeguarding and governance, with Horse Sport Ireland reaffirming that horse welfare and participant safeguarding are non-negotiable across all activities.To download the Strategy 2030 document, visit https://www.horsesportireland.ie/reports-publications/.The post Minister and affiliates in attendance as Horse Sport Ireland launches Strategic Plan 2030 appeared first on .