NEWS
Your Guide to Deciding Who to Vote for in the General Election
Whether it is your first time voting, you have moved to a new constituency, or you are still determining what your local candidates and each political party stand for, here are some tips for deciding who to vote for on election day.
COMMENT AND OPINION
The Perils of Being the Junior Party or Independent TDs in a Coalition Government
“Coalition governments have been the norm in Ireland since the 1980s, yet elections have not always been kind to the junior parties or groupings in those coalitions.”
A full-throated defence of abortion rights
“I want the legislative review to result in the complete decriminalisation of abortion and the expansion of abortion services to remove all barriers for people who need abortions.”
3 ways to be an ally to the bisexual community
Paula Dennan offers advice on being an ally to the bisexual community, creating inclusive spaces, and how to tackle biphobia.
6 misconceptions about bisexuality that contribute to biphobia
Paula Dennan shares common misconceptions and stereotypes about bisexual people that contribute to biphobia.
Kerry Says Yes!
“We have tallied the boxes. We have seen the numbers. The local anti-choice group went home early. We know Kerry has voted Yes, but still, we can’t believe it. Which is why we are waiting with bated breath for the guy in charge to officially announce it.”
‘You may recover quickly if you get Covid-19. Many of us won’t. Some of us will die’
Reports of crowds of people gathering at the beach or out hiking shows that there is still work to do when it comes to getting people to understand the importance of social distancing, writes Paula Dennan.
Misogyny Of The Eighth Amendment Is Still Alive In Ireland
“Allowing pregnant people to make the choices that are right for them was at the heart of the grassroots pro-choice campaign prior to the referendum on the Eighth Amendment and continues to be the rallying cry now.”
Now is not the time for silence
“We still have work to do, but look how far we’ve come. Look what we have achieved. We are stronger together, so I hope you will join me in demanding that abortion be free, safe, legal and accessible to everyone who wants or needs it.”
Why We Need More Women In Politics
“Research describes the reasons for women’s under-representation as the ‘5 Cs’: confidence, cash, candidate selection, culture and childcare.”
ARTS AND LITERATURE
Eight Compelling Irish Essay Collections to Ease You into Winter Recess
“What each collection has in common is that by writing about their own experiences, the authors invite their readers to examine the broader society and draw connections that they may not have considered before.”
ESSAYS
The joy of takeaway coffee
On finding joy in having my first takeaway coffee post-cocooning during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Constant Companion | The Conversation We Need To Have About Grief
On how everything I thought I understood about grief proved wrong following my dad’s death.
How the online bisexual community helped me find myself
On realising I am bisexual in my late 20s and finding community online through Bi+ Ireland.
INTERVIEWS
Out & Proud
I spoke with Trevor Keegan on RTÉ Radio 1's Out & Proud about all things bisexual, pansexual, m-spec identities, and Bi+ Ireland alongside Jack Dunne.
Double Standards When it Comes to Men & Women’s Personal Safety?
I spoke with Jerry O’Sullivan on Kerry Today about situational awareness, victim-blaming, and how we view women’s safety differently than men’s.
Bi+ Ireland Panel at Dublin Pride
In June 2021, I was a panellist for Bi+ Ireland’s discussion on bi-erasure, biphobia and the common myths and stereotypes bisexual, pansexual and m-spec people face from the straight and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Pride Inside Bi+ Community Panel
In July 2020, I was a panelist for Pride Inside’s Bi+ Community Panel. Fun fact, I was so nervous that at one point I referred to my very much still alive husband as my ‘late husband’. Thankfully, he found it hilarious!
Freedom of Conscience and Implementing Abortion Legislation
In December 2018, I spoke with Jerry O’Sullivan on Kerry Today about why doctors’ refusal of care for abortion must not be allowed to prevent pregnant people from accessing abortion services in a timely manner.
Reaction to referendum result
In May 2018, I spoke with Jerry O’Sullivan on Kerry Today about the 66.4 per cent vote to Repeal the Eighth Amendment to the Irish Constitution and the dedicated work of Kerry for Choice and Kerry Together for Yes volunteers.
Dáil Debate on Repealing the Eighth Amendment
In January 2018, I spoke with Jerry O’Sullivan on Kerry Today about the Dáil debates on the referendum to Repeal the Eighth Amendment to the Irish Constitution and the Joint Oireachtas Committee’s recommendations.
We Exist: Paula Dennan
My interview as part of Bi+ Ireland’s We Exist series about bisexual, pansexual, and m-spec people’s experiences in Ireland.