Videos
Activists + Innovators Series: Blessing Dada
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we speak with Blessing Dada, a 21-year-old mental health advocate who campaigns for intersectional approaches to mental health and learn more about how we can #RISEUP for mental health reform.
Activists + Innovators Series: Fairtrade Ireland
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we talk with Lucy Geraty from Fairtrade Ireland about the impacts of our consumption on the environment and human rights. We also discuss their current campaigns and the steps individuals can take to be ethical consumers.
Activists + Innovators Series: The History of Plastic with VOICE Ireland
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we talk with Lyndsey O’Connell from VOICE Ireland to launch our #ConsciousConsumption campaign.
Activists + Innovators Series: World Refugee Week with The Danú Project
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we talk with Paula Martinez from The Danú Project during World Refugee Week.
Activists + Innovators Series: Mental Health Matters with UCC Sámh
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we talk with Katie Curtin from UCC SÁMH on the topic of mental health and student wellbeing.
Activists + Innovators Series: Fashion Revolution Week with Studio Minti
In our live series, Activists + Innovators, we talk with Laura Egan from Studio Minti during Fashion Revolution Week.
The Glow West Podcast with Dr. Caroline West
Dr. Caroline West introduces her Glow West podcast, about all things sex, sexuality and the body.
Young people show compassion with @letshelpdirectprovision
When Louisamay Hanrahan set-up an initiative for people to donate goods to others during lockdown, she never expected the huge amount of online support she would receive from young people in Ireland.
#SecondHandSeptember: A Sustainable Fashion Story with @Traashion
WE’RE HALFWAY THROUGH #SECONDHANDSEPTEMBER! 👕👗👖 Are you sticking to your commitments? We chat with the amazing Instagram slow fashion advocate Alba Mullen, aka @traashion, whose words and wisdom will inspire you on your own journey to sustainable fashion.
Friendship SPO: ‘Nothing will happen if voices from the field aren’t put on a plateau’
Runa Khan, Founder & Executive Director of Friendship SPO talked to us ahead of this year’s STAND Student Festival about climate migration and Friendship’s work in empowering at-risk communities who face environmental and human rights issues.
Veghuns – Advice from the Irish Vegan Girls!
Veghuns, the girls navigating their way through plant-based eating in Dublin, Ireland and abroad. We chat with Kate to discover the benefits of veganism and her advice for anyone looking to make the lifestyle change.
STAND News: The Digital Dublin Pride Week 2020
From June 18th to June 28th it’s Dublin’s Pride Week 2020. Due to COVID-19 it will be digital this year, also the big Pride Parade on June 28th.
World Refugee Day 2020
On June 20th is World Refugee Day. At least 70.8 million people around the world are fleeing from their homes. Those seeking asylum in Ireland are offered accommodation by the government. This system is called Direct Provision. COVID-19 showed again how bad the circumstances for refugees are in Direct Provision centres.
STAND News talked to the “Student Representative of the year 2019” Réiltín Ní Theimhneáin from NUI Galway
Réiltín Ní Theimhneáin has recently won the award as ” “Student Representative of the year 2019”. She graduated this year from NUI Galway. With STAND News she talked about the tasks of a student representative and what she was able to achieve with her engagement for her class.
STAND News Explains: Leaders of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party have agreed on a draft government programme
The leaders of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party have agreed on a deal for government titled “Our Shared Future”. The next Taioseach will be Micheál Martin. This position will be rotated to Leo Varadkar in 2022. The influence of the Green Party in the deal is very apparent.
“COVID-19 has put things into perspective” Tara Ní Raghallaigh from ITSSU talks about her mental health activism
Tara Ní Raghallaigh just recently won the award for “Outstanding Mental Activist of the Year”. With STAND News she talked about her activism for mental health also in terms of her job as the Welfare Officer of IT Sligo Students’ Union. COVID-19 brings new challenges for her activism but she also noticed a different kind of awareness for mental health issues.
The uncertain future of Children and Youth Affairs in Ireland
There is talk of disbanding the department of children and youth affairs in Ireland. There is great concern about these plans, also with regard to COVID-19.
Who are the Hygiene Bank Dublin?
Basic hygiene is a social justice issue. It’s not a privilege to feel clean and we all deserve a life with dignity. However, many people locked in poverty or those who find themselves in times of crisis find their options restricted. That’s why The Hygiene Bank Dublin collects, sorts and distributes donated products to a network of community partners that support those of us who are struggling.
STAND News: Black Lives Matter protests in Ireland
The Black Lives Matter protest are also happening in Ireland after the black man George Floyd died after a white police officer held him down with a knee to his neck. MASI organised the protests and is also protesting to end direct provision in Ireland.
Clare Austick, NUIGSU president, talks about the NUIG University of Sanctuary
Clare Austick talks about the NUIG University of Sanctuary, which supports migrants and refugees to make the most out of their college experience. She also talks about the challenges that come with the coronavirus.
STAND News Explains: Cahersiveen Controversy
STAND News Explains takes a look into the situation in Cahersiveen, Co Kerry in a direct provision centre where the coronavirus has spread massively. Locals and refugees in the centre are very concerned.
Betty Nyagoha from Nairobi, Kenya talks about the Gatoto school and COVID-19
Betty Nyagoha is the director of the “Gatoto Integrated Development Programme” in Nairobi, Kenya and talked to STAND News about the school itself and the challenges occuring through COVID-19.
A Biodiversity Crisis in Ireland
Despite the Dáil passing a motion declaring a biodiversity emergency last May, little has happened since. Now, activists are calling for the implementation of an Irish garda unit dedicated to fighting wildlife crime.
Sarah Benson of Women’s Aid Ireland Talks Domestic Violence and COVID-19
Sarah Benson of Women’s Aid discusses the particular vulnerabilities many people are currently facing in Covid-19 lockdown in relation to domestic violence and what supports are available.
Documenting the Lesbos Human Experience with Fellipe Lopes
On the Greek island of Lesbos is the Moria refugee camp, constructed for 3,100 people but now with a population of more than 20,000 men, women and children.
Before lockdown, we met with one of the few people with first-hand experience of the camp, photojournalist Fellipe Lopes.
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.
An interview with Friends of the Earth “We need to showcase the behaviours we want to see”
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Meaghan Carmody, Head of Movement Building at Friends of the Earth Ireland, about the actions we can take for the environment during lockdown.
STAND News talks to ICHH on how COVID-19 is affecting the homeless population
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Anthony Flynn, CEO of Inner City Helping Homeless to see how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Ireland’s homeless population.
An Interview with Pavee Point: “We have to heed the warning regarding the Coronavirus”
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Patrick Reilly, Mental Health Worker at Pavee Point about how COVID-19 is affecting the travelling community in Ireland, and the work that the organisation is doing during this time.
STAND News talks to USI’s Roisin O’Donovan about coping mechanisms during COVID-19
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Roisin O’Donovan from the Union of Students in Ireland to get advice on what students can do to look after their personal well-being during lockdown.
Video resource: The Irish college – a place of equality?
STAND recently held a webinar with a number of student representatives to see how far we have come in terms of equality in third level institutions, and what’s still left to do. Watch the webinar in full below.
UCD students are taking action against the fast fashion industry
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Paula Martinez from UCD Clothes Swaps to hear about the dark side of the fast fashion industry and how they’re working together as a group to combat it.
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’.
An interview with Fix Our Education UCD: “What we’re lobbying for now is for the HEI to intervene”
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Ruairi Power from Fix Our Education UCD about the actions that the student group is taking to reduce inequalities on UCD campus.
Cut the Rent TCD talks to STAND News about their demands
STAND’s Cedric spoke to Clara McCormack from Cut the Rent TCD about the actions that the student group is taking to stop further rental increases on TCD campus.
An Interview with ShoutOut: Marriage Equality Didn’t End Discrimination
STAND’s Cedric spoke with Lisa nic an Bhreithimh from ShoutOut about issues still faced by those who identify as LGBTQ+ in Ireland.
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Dublin with DCNYF
STAND News Intern Ariana took a trip to the Dublin Chinese New Year Festival, which is taking place from January 24th – February 10th 2020.
The Irish housing crisis: what might solutions look like?
Cathal Curry, DCU student and founder of giveback.ie talked to STAND News about the housing crisis and homelessness in Ireland and what solutions might look like.
DCU Mental Health Society on suffering with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
STAND’s Cedric spoke with Abigail McDonnell from DCU Mental Health Society about what it’s like to suffer with Seasonal Affective Disorder, otherwise known as SAD. Watch the video below.
The Bernard Shaw is closing its doors
After 13 years, the popular southside pub The Bernard Shaw is closing its doors. Over the years, the local pub had grown to become a cultural institution, providing creative space for countless artists and musicians. STAND interviewed one of them.