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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Sex Testing Women: Defining Olympic Femininity.
This article examines how sex-testing policies have shaped the definition of femininity in Olympic and elite sport — the consequences for women, intersex and transgender athletes, and what fairness really means in competition
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Sorcha in conversation with the amazing TJ and their Forbidden Topics Podcast.
In this special feature, Sorcha Rosa sits down with TJ, host of the Forbidden Topics Podcast, to explore unfiltered conversations about sex, intimacy and societal change in Ireland.
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Bread & Roses 2024
“At Bread & Roses 2024 — the Festival of Socialist Feminism in Dublin — Sorcha Rosa took the stage to explore the intersections of gender, labour and LGBTQ+ liberation. This article highlights her talk and reflections from the event.”
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We Need To Stop Colluding With Our Oppressors.
“In this article, we examine how individuals and organisations inadvertently collude with oppressive systems — and why solidarity, resistance and deep structural change are essential. It’s a call to action for all of us.”
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Open Letter To Sport Ireland
Dear Dr Una May – Chief Executive of Sport Ireland We are writing to you to share our anxiety around the growing exclusionary narrative around trans people’s participation in sport, and particularly in regards to trans women and girls. Sport and physical activity benefits every individual in Ireland and as a principle, our approach should…
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Sport Ireland Formalises Assault On Trans Rights
“This article examines Sport Ireland’s March 2024 guidance on transgender and non-binary participation in sport, explores its implications for trans and non-binary athletes in Ireland and argues for inclusive policy reform.”
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Trans Women Lose Most From Flawed Referendum:
“This article examines how trans women were disproportionately affected by the 2024 Irish referendums — analysing structural exclusion, policy failure and the push for inclusive futures.”
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RTÉ Attacks Trans Community:
“This article examines how RTÉ’s recent programmes and commentary around trans and non-binary people in Ireland have contributed to an atmosphere of marginalisation — analysing the role of national media in shaping perceptions and the real-world impact on a vulnerable community.”
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International women’s day needs to include Trans Liberation:
“On this International Women’s Day, we argue that true celebration of women means centring trans women, non-binary and gender-diverse people too. Feminism that leaves anyone behind isn’t feminism at all.”
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Adult Human Cyclist:
“In ‘Adult Human Cyclist’, we reflect on how cycling is more than a sport — it’s a pathway to health, inclusion, and collective liberation. Whether you’re just starting or riding through life, your human experience on the bike matters.”