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We educate, empower and inspire girls in Ireland to become tomorrow's strong, confident and resilient young women 💪
⚡️ RCN: 20206722

📣 Let's Get To Work!⁠ ⁠ Our national report

📣 Let's Get To Work!⁠
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Our national report in partnership with The Outcome shares what over 1,000 girls and non-binary teens across Ireland want you to know about how they’re really doing, and what needs to change.⁠
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This isn’t just research. It’s a message from Ireland’s young people. And it’s time to act.⁠
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“We feel unsafe. We’re silently struggling. We need support.”⁠
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👉 If you’re a teacher or school leader: Get in touch with us, we want to work with you to make school feel safe and supportive for every student.⁠
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👉 If you’re a young person: Read it. Share it. Follow us. Your voice matters, and we need you with us.⁠
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👉 If you’re in Government or policy: We are ready to collaborate. The evidence is here. Let’s create real change, together.⁠
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📖 Read the full report at shona.ie/perfect-storm-2025⁠
(find the link in our bio)⁠
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🗣️ Don’t let this be another report that gets ignored.⁠
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#TheShonaProject #ThePerfectStorm

This is #ThePerfectStorm⁠ ⁠ Over 1,000 teenage

This is #ThePerfectStorm⁠
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Over 1,000 teenage girls told us what life is really like for them in Ireland right now, and it’s time we listened.⁠
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This report is a call to action.⁠
To schools. To leaders. To every one of us.⁠
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Let’s make this the moment we start building a safer, more supportive Ireland, together.⁠
We partnered with The Outcome to complete this vital research, and you can read the full report now at shona.ie/perfect-storm-2025⁠
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#TheShonaProject #ThePerfectStorm

We've been working on something important. 💬⁠

We've been working on something important. 💬⁠
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Tomorrow, we share what teenage girls in Ireland told us - and it’s time everyone listens.⁠
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#TheShonaProject #ThePerfectStorm

Grit by Angela Duckworth is all about pushing thro

Grit by Angela Duckworth is all about pushing through, even when things get tough. ⁠
It’s the perfect reminder that perseverance and passion can get you further than talent ever will. 💪⁠
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What are some of the goals you’re working toward with grit this year? Share them below! 👇 ⁠
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Let’s keep pushing forward, together! 💫 #pushthrough #persistencepaysoff #focusonyourgoals

May has that fresh start energy 🌿⁠ ⁠ It’s

May has that fresh start energy 🌿⁠
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It’s not about resolutions or pressure - it’s about leaning into the light and letting yourself try. ⁠
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A new hobby, a mindset shift, a bold little step in any direction…⁠
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You never know where it could take you 💫⁠
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Head to the link in bio for a little boost if you're feeling the itch to begin 👉 #newenergy #justtry #newmindset #leapoffaith

From the screen to the stage to the red carpet - S

From the screen to the stage to the red carpet - Storm Reid is doing more than playing roles, she’s rewriting the script.⁠
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She’s shown us what it means to be soft and strong, to chase big dreams, and to stay grounded in who you are. Whether it’s opening up about mental health, speaking out for equality, or just being a total boss in her career, Storm is giving us all something to look up to. #softandstrong #girlbossforlife #rolemodels

It's easy to get caught up in the pressure, but gu

It's easy to get caught up in the pressure, but guess what? ⁠
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It's totally okay to take a break, say no, and not have it all figured out. 💖⁠
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We’re all figuring it out as we go - and that’s perfectly fine.⁠
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So, take a deep breath and remember: You’re doing amazing. 💫 #deepbreathes #itsoktotakeabreak #inyourowntime

✨ We spent the day surrounded by brilliant, bold

✨ We spent the day surrounded by brilliant, bold, and buzzing girls at the @hermoves.ie Festival ⁠
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From dancing and workouts to inspirational talks and meaningful chats, this was a reminder of how powerful it is when girls come together to move, laugh, and lift each other up.⁠
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We shared our handbooks, met some absolute legends (teachers + students!), and left feeling SO inspired.⁠
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Here’s to more of this energy at #ShineFestival later this year 💖⁠
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#HerMoves #HerMovesFestival #TheShonaProject #GirlsSupportingGirls #SportIreland

✨ We spent the day surrounded by brilliant, bold

✨ We spent the day surrounded by brilliant, bold, and buzzing girls at the @hermoves.ie Festival

From dancing and workouts to inspirational talks and meaningful chats, this was a reminder of how powerful it is when girls come together to move, laugh, and lift each other up.

We shared our handbooks, met some absolute legends (teachers + students!), and left feeling SO inspired.

Here’s to more of this energy at #ShineFestival later this year 💖

#HerMoves #HerMovesFestival #TheShonaProject #GirlsSupportingGirls #SportIreland

This reminder is for you - just as you are. ⁠
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No need to dim your light to fit someone else’s expectations. ⁠
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You are exactly enough. ⁠
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Keep shining, keep speaking up, and keep showing up as your true, powerful self. ✨⁠
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What’s one thing you love about yourself today? Let’s celebrate the unique magic that makes you, you. #youareenough❤️ #loveyourself❤️ #keepshinning

News flash: There is no 'one' way to be a girl. ⁠
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We’re all different, we’re all unique, and that’s what makes us awesome. ⁠
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So, let’s stop pitting us against each other and start celebrating what makes each of us, us. 💥💁‍♀️ #beuniquebeyou #celebrateeachother #perfectthewayyouare

It’s Pay It Forward Day 💖 and we’re here fo

It’s Pay It Forward Day 💖 and we’re here for those quiet little acts of kindness that ripple out in ways you’ll never even see.⁠
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You don’t need a big gesture or a ton of time, sometimes the smallest things make the biggest difference.⁠
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✨ Pick one of these to try today, or come up with your own!⁠
✨ Let us know what kindness YOU’RE paying forward 👇⁠
✨ Tag a friend who deserves a sticky note love bomb 💌⁠
#payitforwardday #actsofkindness #smallthingsmakeabigdifference

Starting a business sounds big, but you don’t ne

Starting a business sounds big, but you don’t need a Shark Tank pitch or a 5-year plan to get going. 🦈⁠
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Whether it’s selling custom art, flipping vintage clothes, or starting a TikTok-based biz - now’s the perfect time to start small and dream big.⁠
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We’ve put together 10 reasons why starting a business as a teen is way more doable (and powerful) than you think. 💼💥⁠
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👉 Link in bio for the full post!⁠
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#startnownotlater #startsmalldreambig #yougotthisgirl

Known for their iconic role as Princess Diana in T

Known for their iconic role as Princess Diana in The Crown, Emma isn’t just an incredible actor - they’re also a trailblazer for self-expression, mental health awareness, and challenging beauty standards. 💫⁠
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Emma teaches us that you don’t have to fit in to stand out, and embracing your true self is the most powerful thing you can do. Whether it’s through their acting or their voice for gender fluidity and inclusivity, Emma is helping pave the way for a future where everyone can be unapologetically them! 💖⁠
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Let Emma’s journey remind you that being you is more than enough – it’s the power to change the world. #beunapologeticallyyou #embraceyourtrueself #pavetheway

fear of failure can feel paralyzing, but it’s al

fear of failure can feel paralyzing, but it’s also where growth happens. 💡 Embrace the discomfort, learn from it, and watch yourself rise⁠
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Be sure to go check out Sharon's full talk on the Shine mainstage, link in our bio x⁠
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#ShineFestival #embracediscomfort #growthjourney

When the noise gets loud, the to-do list gets long

When the noise gets loud, the to-do list gets long, and the world feels heavy — we pause and remember why we do this.⁠
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For the girl who feels like she doesn’t fit in.⁠
For the one who’s figuring it out day by day.⁠
For the quiet leaders, the loud dreamers, the kind hearts.⁠
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The Shona Project exists to remind every girl that she is never alone, never too much, never not enough , and always worth showing up for. 💛⁠
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That’s the whole point. Always has been. #thewholepoint #theshonaproject #neveralone #takeapause

Haul culture has become a staple in the online wor

Haul culture has become a staple in the online world - showcasing endless new outfits and items, but have we ever stopped to think about the impact? ⁠
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While it's fun to celebrate new things, the constant cycle of 'buying more' can sometimes leave us feeling like we're just chasing the next best thing, without considering what it all means for us, society, or our planet. 🤔⁠
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We’re all for self-expression and finding pieces that genuinely add value to our lives, but maybe it’s time we rethink what we really need. The thrill of a new purchase is short-lived, and sustainability isn’t just a trend, it's a mindset. So, how can we balance our love for fashion with a commitment to making choices that are truly mindful and meaningful? Let’s reflect on how we consume and make space for the things that really matter. #balanceforbetter #sustainablefashionmatterz #protectheplanet ⁠
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A lot of us have grown up hearing “save the plan

A lot of us have grown up hearing “save the planet” without ever being told the full story.⁠
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This Earth Day, we’re thinking about what we wish we’d learned sooner - like the fact that the climate crisis is about justice, systems, and hope, not just plastic bottles.⁠
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The good news? ⁠
It’s never too late to learn, speak up, and take action in ways that actually matter 💪🌎⁠
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We'd love to know the best accounts you follow for climate and social justice, tag them below so we can all follow along 👇 #earthday2025 #nevertoolatetolearn #takeactiontoday

Sometimes the biggest thing holding us back is thi

Sometimes the biggest thing holding us back is thinking we need it all figured out before we begin.⁠
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Spoiler: you don’t. ⁠
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Take one small step today - toward your goal, your peace, your glow up.⁠
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Progress starts with movement. Let’s go. 🧡 #onestepatatime👣 #yougotthisgirl #noholdingback

Bullying is never easy to deal with, but it doesn’t have to control your life. ⁠
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Remember that you are worthy of respect, you are not alone, and it will get better. ⁠
Let’s break the silence, support each other, and choose kindness. 💛 ⁠
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Click through to the link in our bio for tips on how to deal with bullying, protect your peace, and find the strength to rise above. 💫 ⁠
#youareworthy #youarenotalone❤️ #supporteachother❤️ #stopbullyingnow⁠

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