Writing & Commentary by Sorcha Rosa
Political writing, cultural commentary, nightlife reflections, and essays on modern Irish life from Sorcha Rosa — Irish writer, independent Dublin escort, cyclist, companion, and public figure.
Exploring intimacy, feminism, public life, cycling culture, identity, visibility, desire, and reactionary politics through emotionally honest storytelling and cultural analysis.
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BOOBS: A Radical Celebration of Bodies, Visibility and Rebellion
I still remember sitting in my kitchen, half-listening to the radio, when Geraldine Carton’s voice came through on Liveline with Joe Duffy in April 2023. She was talking about her mad, brilliant idea: painting one hundred portraits of boobs. A wall of boobs. A riot of flesh, art, shame, pride, laughter, and survival. And then…
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About Sorcha Rosa | Intimacy, Politics, Cycling & Queer Life
Sorcha Rosa is a Dublin-based writer, cyclist, queer feminist, and independent companion exploring intimacy, politics, aesthetics, cycling culture, and modern trans life through Simply Sorcha.
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ROSA’s Safeguarding Commitment
ROSA, the socialist feminist movement, fights against all forms of oppression. We challenge sexism, racism, transphobia, queerphobia, ableism, class oppression, religious oppression and all other forms of inequality in our campaigning work. We oppose any such behaviours within ROSA, in the wider movement, and in society as a whole. We are committed to creating a…
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Queer Wheels in Motion: Phibsborough Bicycle Maintenance Meet-Up
Yesterday I had the absolute joy of being part of Queer Sheds’ first ever collaborative bicycle meet-up in Phibsborough, alongside the brilliant Arcane Cycling Team and Bicycle Design Centre crew. What unfolded over three hours was more than just gears and grease – it was a celebration of community, knowledge-sharing, and queer joy on two…
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Queer Shed Dublin: Cycling Meet-up
The Queer Shed Dublin Cycling Meet-Up brings together LGBTQ+, trans and non-binary riders and allies for a relaxed, supportive ride around Phibsborough, Dublin. Whether you’re new to cycling or an experienced rider, all levels are welcome in this inclusive community event.
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Trans Healthcare in Ireland: A Socialist Feminist Perspective
In a country that repealed the 8th and waved rainbow flags in the streets for marriage equality, trans people are still being told to wait — not months, but years — for the most basic medical care. Behind the political photo ops and progressive posturing, a brutal truth persists: Ireland’s transgender healthcare system is a…
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Where Do We Go From Here?
In ‘Where Do We Go From Here?’, we examine the next steps in sport inclusion and equity for trans, non-binary and intersex athletes in Ireland — exploring policy paths, lived experience and what the future holds
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Boobs Documentary
Boobs is making its highly anticipated debut at the Catalyst International Film Festival! Join us for the premiere of the 2024 Short Documentary Bursary Award Winner, directed by Nicola Leddy and produced by Invisible Thread Films
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Mandatory Sex Testing For Women:
Author: Sorcha Ní Fhaoláin On Tuesday (March 25) Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics, introduced mandatory sex testing for female athletes. World Athletics will introduce mandatory testing for all women entering female competitions to verify their biological sex, insisting it is necessary to protect women’s sport. The ruling will mean a complete ban on all…
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Intersex Ireland calls for more inclusive future following historic UN declaration
In this article, Intersex Ireland reflects on the historic 2024 UN resolution on intersex rights and outlines the path toward a more inclusive future in Ireland — addressing harmful practices, discrimination and healthcare access.