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The Morrison Legacy: From Visas to Community with Elaine Brennan

10 Sep 2025

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The Morrison Legacy Foundation: https://morrisonlegacy.com/ In this episode, we uncover the remarkable story behind the Bruce Morrison Legacy Initiative, a project honoring the groundbreaking visa program that gave tens of thousands of Irish immigrants the chance to build new lives in America.Our guest, Elaine Brennan, shares how the initiative began, why preserving these immigration stories matters now more than ever, and the lasting impact of Congressman Bruce Morrison’s work. We explore how the Morrison Visa shaped Irish-American identity, hear powerful personal accounts from recipients, and get a first look at the upcoming 2025 celebrations marking 30 years since the program’s implementationElaine brings a wealth of experience to this work. She is Executive Director of Global Strategic Partnerships at Northwell Health, where she develops innovative collaborations across healthcare, technology, and international trade. A former CEO and life sciences leader, she has worked with government, biotech, and pharmaceutical partners to drive innovation on both sides of the Atlantic.This episode is a moving celebration of the people whose lives were changed by the Morrison Visa—and of the stories that continue to define the Irish-American experience.Want to get in contact? Email us at [email protected]

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