Diversity & Inclusion
Straddling the Line Between Party and Protest
STAND spoke to Evgeny Shtorn, Russian LGBTQ+ and direct provision activist, scholar and poet, and Rayann, community organiser, advocate for black queer folk in Ireland and poet. Both agreed that while Pride had accomplished so much, but was and still is, first and foremost, a protest.
Cultural appropriation and misappropriation, why is it important and what does it mean?
Ariana Grande, as well as many other celebrities, are finding themselves under fire due to cultural appropriation. But what does this mean? Cultural appropriation is adopting a certain element of another culture but being disrespectful in the process.
A Disability Inclusive Response to Covid-19
Covid-19 has thrown into the spotlight the inequalities which persist in today’s world. It has, in particular, highlighted the inequalities faced by persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities are both directly and indirectly impacted by lockdown measures, which have been implemented across the globe.
As Corporations Shout ‘Black Lives Matter’, Their Track Records Raise Scepticism
While the importance of solidarity cannot be overstated, instances of self-serving, performative allyship with Black Lives Matter must also be recognised and addressed. Perhaps the biggest culprits of performative allyship have been corporations seeking to boost their public image.
‘Stop Filming Us’ – Questioning Neocolonialism through the Camera Lens
In Stop Filming Us (2020) Dutch filmmaker Joris Postema travels to the city of Goma in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where numerous conflicts and even more Western aid organizations have been in the past 25 years. The problem is, sometimes these Westerners would rather define Goma and its people on their terms. Can Postema portray the Congolese reality without becoming part of the problem?
STAND News talks to IWA about their work during COVID-19
STAND News talked to Joan from the Irish Wheelchair Association about how they're aiding the disabled community during COVID-19.See how you can help out here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsoJTx-r1n0
The 8th of April: International Traveller and Roma Day
World Roma and Traveller Day is an opportunity to recognise the work of activist’s past and present and appreciate the diversity which the community has brought to Ireland for centuries. However, this day also serves as a reminder of the extent to which Ireland has failed its’ indigenous ethnic minority and how far we have to come before equality can be achieved.
New Emojis to Highlight Diversity
Emojis play an important role in digital communication, allowing us to express our emotions and convey meaning through cute little symbols. However, our ability to communicate is limited by the pictures and symbols on offer, and so emojis can make a big difference!
An Interview with OurTable: “It All Comes Down to Integration”
STAND’s Cedric speaks to Ellie Kisyombe from Our TABLE Dublin about the history of Direct Provision in Ireland, changes to the system and the role of ‘OurTable’.
The Challenges of Coming Out Later in Life
Ireland has experienced the AIDS epidemic, witnessed the Fairview Park murders and has seen same-sex marriage passed into law by popular vote. While these historical events have brought the idea of the existence of LGBT people into everyday conversation, are the resources out there benefitting all members of the community?