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Learning to enjoy my own company helped me make better friends
Charlie reflects on growing up neurodivergent, masking loneliness in school, and learning to build self-acceptance and meaningful connection.
Waiting for an immigration decision and coping with the uncertainty
Suhayl shares the mental toll of waiting on an immigration decision while separated from family, and the small routines that keep hope alive.
Realising school was traumatic helped me start healing
Written by: Charlie Harney
After struggling to attend school, Charlie felt stuck in cycles of panic and shame. One moment in counselling helped them understand their experien...
How a health scare taught me to advocate for myself
Written by: Anonymous
After a sudden health scare, Sophia spent time in hospital and underwent treatment. This is how the experience changed her summer and her outlook.
Young people need to be part of the social media ban conversation in Ireland
Written by: Katelyn
Growing up online during COVID-19 shaped Katelyn's view on a social media ban for under-16s in Ireland.
Finding my path with an apprenticeship in STEM
Written by: Eloghosa Imafidon
Failing the Leaving Cert wasn’t the end for Eloghosa. PLCs and a STEM apprenticeship helped her build a real career through alternative education.
‘Voice Notes’ podcast hosted by spunout’s BAME Action Panel
Written by: BAME Action Panel
Voice Notes: from the Group Chat is a space where young people from ethnic minorities in Ireland sit down and say the things we usually only talk a...
What four Corkonians are doing to support Palestine
Written by: Amy O'Brien
Amy looks at how people in Cork are responding to the situation in Gaza with solidarity, taking action together and refusing to look away.
Eco-anxiety is real and it is time Ireland took it seriously
Written by: Fatima Ismail
Young people across Ireland are naming eco-anxiety as a real part of daily life. Their fear is heavy, but it is also driving connection, care and a...
