Publications
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Ordinary Women Podcast Interview
A joy to speak to Lucie on the Ordinary Women podcast about how I directed my career onto the path I wanted, who my role models are, the first time I realised I was a woman, and how representation of women affects us, and more.
Some really fascinating questions to get me thinking about what it's like growing up a woman in this world and how we move through it now.
Shaping Change: Meet Lauren Foley, Feminist Digital Communications Consultant and Inspiring Female Leader!
Thank you Susan Dickie and Her Expat Life Ltd for the opportunity to answer some fascinating questions related to gender equality and my career thus far. We touch on a lot but some specifics:
- My motivation for working in the field of gender equality and how I directed my career and academics in this direction when it wasn’t originally going that way.
- How my variety of work experiences have shaped my perspective on gender equality and feminism.
- How gender stereotypes and societal expectations I faced growing up shape how I approach this work.
- Tips and tangible examples of successful communications work and collaboration on this complex topic.
It gives a good, updated rundown of where I’ve been, where I am right now, and where I hope to go.
Irish Times - ‘We know how dangerous the world is, we are women’
Society wastes its time patronising women, warning us about how dangerous the world is, instead of telling the men who make the world unsafe to stop.
“Perhaps the most important lesson I learned was how closely connected the different forms of inequality are.”: A thematic analysis of the Everyday Sexism Project
This thesis explored how, through a radical feminist lens & using the theory of a continuum of violence, the Everyday Sexism Project community thinks about everyday sexism, how they view everyday sexism in relation to larger, more severe acts of sexist violence, & whether they see potential for change and/or eradication of the former.
The F-Word: Feminism Podcast Interview
Welcome to our empowering podcast episode featuring Lauren Foley, a dynamic YouTuber and passionate feminist writer! In this candid conversation, we dive into the vital topic of how men can be allies in the fight for gender equality and what life is like being a feminist. Join us as we explore thoughtful insights and actionable advice to foster a more inclusive world where everyone stands united for change. Tune in to discover ways we can all play a role in dismantling stereotypes and promoting a future of true equality and understanding. Don't miss this inspiring episode with Lauren Foley as we embark on a journey towards a more equitable society together!
Irish Times - ‘Three weeks in an apartment looking out over the Manhattan skyline. Cost: $0’
I travel the world at very little expense – so can you once you like looking after pets.
Irish Times - ‘I’ve become a digital nomad. This month I’m working from a sunny balcony on a Greek island’
There’s no one way to do travel, and there’s no one way to do life. This is just the start of my journey.
Irish Times - ‘We’re packing our bags to explore Europe. Why stay put after Covid set us free from the office?’
I live in Lisbon – for now. The pandemic showed we don’t have to be in the same place to do good work or belong to a team.
Women in Dev - Gender, Victimhood, And Violence: Depp-Heard Trial Reflections
Roxanna Azimy and I share our reflections on the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial looking at misogyny, the court of public opinion, the power of social media, domestic violence, and white, male privilege.
Diversein - 146 Inspiring Women Leaders List 2021
As part of International Women's Day 2021, Diversein launched a campaign to recognise and reward inspiring women leaders globally. I was graciously selected to be on the list.
Stories to Action - COVID-19 and the exposition and exacerbation of gendered double standards during pregnancy
A piece exposing the double standards that have popped up during the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to pregnancy and birthing, specifically examples such as having a partner with you while you give birth.
Global Equality Collective - Member
I am a member of the Global Equality Collective, a Collective of subject matter experts, and a vibrant community of engaged people on varying stages of our journey towards gender equality.
Women in Debates - What is empowerment of women?
I wrote on a piece on what I believe to be the true empowerment of women at Women in Debates, a platform for debates on all things gender equality.
UCC Alumni and Development - Lauren Foley, Feminist Vlogger and Consultant
UCC Law graduate Lauren Foley is a consultant, feminist, YouTuber, writer, speaker and aspiring lightworker. In her own words, Lauren "probably dabbles in too many things for her own good but also wouldn’t have it any other way right now. She loves Grey’s Anatomy, spaghetti carbonara and cats and her perfect night would involve a good helping of all three.” She chats to us about her student days, gender equality and doing good.
Rockstars Live on LinkedIn
I interviewed with Jen Jortner Cassidy of LinkedIn Learning about my career journey thus far, my experience with and tips for LinkedIn, why I’m a feminist and about how to get along with cats!
Gender Mainstreaming in Communications - HerMainY Handbook
I contributed to the AEGEE HerMainY Project Handbook with a piece on gender mainstreaming in communications, particularly with reference to my experience as a feminist vlogger and writer.
How Embracing Feminism Made Me Less Judgemental
YouTuber, writer and feminist Lauren Foley discusses the importance of equality and feminism, and how embracing them made her a better person.
My Seven Feminist Standout Moments From 2019
A piece I published on Medium on the small but important feminist acts I witnessed in 2019.
See Her Thrive
I regularly wrote for See Her Thrive, a women’s health organisation. Please feel free to peruse their blog to see some of my works.
Irish Pride or Irish Shame?
What if one embraces one’s shame? E&M‘s author Lauren Foley has a closer look at Ireland’s history of women’s rights in an attempt to free her homeland from the silence that has accompanied and continues to accompany this topic and, consequently, to make it a stronger nation everyone can be proud of.