Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels To me, the young generation of this country can bring the most change because we are the future of this country. The decisions and changes that are happening now will most affect us. As a young 19-year-old woman in this country, I use my voice to contribute to change through activism and being on nationwide action panels. For … [Read more...] about The power of our generation to effect change
Student Diary
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels Like most college students, our weeks can be very different as each week passes. This week, I will give you an account of what I did in and outside college. Thursday- Today, I had college; it was my late starting day, so I went for a walk before my day started as I am doing the 100 miles for the Irish Heart Foundation this month and … [Read more...] about Student Diary
2024 the year of making dreams reality
Image by Biljana Jovanovic from Pixabay Most people entering a new year set a new goal or resolution for themselves; I am no different. I am a first-year student at the University of Galway, and for me personally and academically, I want 2024 to be my best year yet. Academically, I aim to do as well as possible in my semester two assignments and exams to be … [Read more...] about 2024 the year of making dreams reality
Receiving a National Garda Youth Award
On 4 November I received the National Garda Youth Award for Special Achievement at the Midlands Park hotel in Portlaoise. It was a day of recognition, empowerment and pride and was an honour to receive the award. The Special Achievement award is for someone who has overcome difficult circumstances, defied all the odds and whose commitment deserves recognition. … [Read more...] about Receiving a National Garda Youth Award
Research shows the importance of Travellers’ mental health in Ireland
Image from the Traveller Mental Wellness Continuum As a member of the Traveller community, suicide and mental health is a major factor for deaths within the Traveller community. Suicide is seven times higher than the national average in the Traveller community as of 2023. Every year, suicide is the cause of 11% of all traveller deaths and 82% of Travellers … [Read more...] about Research shows the importance of Travellers’ mental health in Ireland