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Irish Independent
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Listowel TY student named winner of prestigious national competition
Hazel, a student in Presentation Secondary School in Listowel, was chosen as winner out of over 350 essays from 52 different schools and 16 counties that were submitted from across the entire country. Each eassay had to explore the topic: 'The role the law can play in addressing Hate Crime'. The competition is one that aims to inspire young peoples' legal learning by encouraging students from a wide range of backgrounds to consider contemporary justice issues. President of the Law Society, Eamon Harrington, said: 'This year's topic challenged students to explore how our laws respond to hatred and discrimination in society. Their essays demonstrated an understanding of the role that legislation can play in protecting marginalised groups and promoting inclusion for all in society. 'Through the competition students are encouraged to research, reflect and critically apply their learnings to this complex legal issue. The judges were impressed with the breadth of ideas and considered arguments put forward by students,' he continued. 'The Law Society remains committed to widening early access to legal education for young people from all backgrounds. Congratulations to all students who entered, and in particular to this year's finalists and winners. We hope many of them will continue their legal education, continue to ask questions and consider a future career in law,' he added. Hazel's essay was selected as the top entry and the Kerry student won a €1,000 prize and a cup for her school. The judges commended Hazel, noting that her essay stood out for its superb analysis of the law. The judges also agreed the essay highlighted strong independent thinking, was an enjoyable read, and a deserving winner. Commenting on her win, Hazel had this to say: 'I'm honoured to win the overall award this year. The competition gave me a chance to learn more about the law and learn how the legal system can be used to protect people and uphold equal rights. I'm grateful for my teachers at Presentation Secondary School, Listowel for encouraging our class to take part in the Gráinne O'Neill Memorial Legal Essay Competition.'
RTÉ News
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
10 world finalists crowned at Junk Kouture Dublin City Final
Junk Kouture - an eco-conscious fashion competition aimed at secondary school students - returned to Dublin's Helix theatre last night for the Dublin City Final. Following two successful Regional Finals in March, 60 talented design teams from across the country battled it out for a place in the Junk Kouture World Final 2025. Each design featured in the show aligned with at least one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging students to use fashion as a vehicle for change and to address environmental and social issues through creativity. The designs were evaluated by a prestigious judging panel of experts in sustainability and fashion, including Claire Garvey, renowned Irish couture designer; Mariusz Malon, fashion designer and Junk Kouture alumnus; and Zeda the Architect, aka Oyindamola Animashaun, a visual artist, stylist, journalist and producer. The 10 Junk Kouture World Finalists who will represent Ireland at the 2025 World Final are: 1. La La Lu Veil by Emilija Milasiute from St Joseph's Secondary School, Co Westmeath created from plastic milk bottles and plastic packaging straps. 2. Blazing Muse by Isabel Ryder, Niamh Donohoe and Lilly Mangan from Presentation Secondary School, Co Wexford created from tarpaulin curtain trailer. 3. Venom and Vines by Marija Cernikova, Molly Markey and Anika Beu from Inver College, Co Monaghan created from crisp pockets. 4. Blueprint by Erin Roche, Muireann Lowry and Hannah Higgins from Moate Community School, Co Westmeath created from single use medical jackets. 5. Golden Globe by Beth Brady from St Joseph's Secondary School, Navan, Co Meath created from over 1,000 Plastic Surgical Forceps. 6. Carousel Couture by Lauren O'Neill, Alexandra Giltenane and Sarah Kinnnane from Salesian Secondary College, Co Limerick, created from high-vis vests, big bags and pipes. 7. Saline Queen by Aine Carter, Elaine Miller and Kaylah O'Mara from Heywood Community School, Co Laois, created from salt and metal bags. 8. PaperDoll by Isabella McMullin, Darcy Perrot and Louis Bacaeir from Gaelcholáiste Charraig Uí Leighin, Co Cork, created from paper waste. 9. Gear Glamour by Ellen Chapman, Anna Murphy and Kayla Butler from Ramsgrange Community School, Co Wexford, created from wheel spokes and tyre tubes. 10. Miss Mares by Lucia Revuelta from Elphin Community College, Co Roscommon, created from aluminium cans, sardine tins and foil. RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player will air the Dublin City Final on Monday, 19 May at 7pm. Fashion fans can also hear from Clodagh Ramsey, the reigning Junk Kouture World Designer of the Year, on RTÉjr's climate and nature podcast, Ecolution on 14 May.
Irish Independent
01-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Fashion label founder ‘honoured' to be recognised with prestigious business award
Originally from Listowel, Ms Guerin was recognised as Creative Businesswoman of the Year at the recent IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2025. A former student of Presentation Secondary School who graduated from Limerick College of Art and Design in 2004, she is the founder and director of luxury tailoring brand The Landskein. The label combines heritage and modernity through fine Irish tweed tailoring for women. The judging panel of the IMAGE PwC awards, which featured leading figures from Irish business and media, awarded Ms Guerin on the basis of the exceptional creativity, craftsmanship and leadership she has displayed in running her business. Ms Guerin was chosen as the winner from a shortlist of ten businesswomen, each of whom have impressive credentials. She said it was an 'incredible honour' to receive the Creative Businesswoman of the Year award, which was sponsored by interior design company Designed by Woulfe. 'The Landskein is a celebration of Irish heritage and modern luxury, and I am so grateful to everyone who has championed and supported me since the beginning,' Ms Guerin said. The designer established her fashion label in 2019 after gaining almost 20 years of experience in the design industry. Ms Guerin has a showroom in Dunlaoghaire, Dublin and her label's products are stocked at stores including Brown Thomas and Kalu in Ireland as well as boutiques across the USA, Italy, Switzerland and China. Her brand will launch a new collection in Brown Thomas in June.
Irish Independent
30-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Kerry fashion label founder ‘honoured' to be recognised with prestigious business award
Anna Guerin, who is the daughter of Aine and Michael Guerin from Clieveragh, was recognised as Creative Businesswoman of the Year at the recent IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2025. Ms Guerin, a former student of Presentation Secondary School who graduated from Limerick College of Art and Design in 2004, is a designer who is the founder and director of luxury tailoring brand The Landskein. The label combines heritage and modernity through fine Irish tweed tailoring for women. The judging panel of the IMAGE PwC awards, which featured leading figures from Irish business and media, awarded Ms Guerin on the basis of the exceptional creativity, craftsmanship and leadership she has displayed in running her business. Ms Guerin was chosen as the winner from a shortlist of ten businesswomen, each of whom have impressive credentials. She said it was an 'incredible honour' to receive the Creative Businesswoman of the Year award, which was sponsored by interior design company Designed by Woulfe. 'The Landskein is a celebration of Irish heritage and modern luxury, and I am so grateful to everyone who has championed and supported me since the beginning,' Ms Guerin said. The Listowel designer established her fashion label in 2019 after gaining almost 20 years of experience in the design industry. Ms Guerin has a showroom in Dunlaoghaire, Dublin and her label's products are stocked at stores including Brown Thomas and Kalu in Ireland as well as boutiques across the USA, Italy, Switzerland and China. Her brand will launch a new collection in Brown Thomas in June.
