Uncovering Street Art in Belfast
‘We used to have one of the highest teen pregnancy rates in Europe,’ a red-haired woman tells nearby passengers as Dublin’s industrial northside chugs behind us. Is this true? A quick Google tells you that yes...
The Irish Independent Sponsor Emerging Editors
The Irish Independent are back to sponsor the Editor of the Year award at this year's National Student Media Awards!
The Independent covers the latest news and analysis on politics, sports, business, lifest...
Ukraine – How can I help?
It's hard not to feel somewhat helpless watching the conflict in Ukraine escalate every day. Here are some ways that you can make a difference from Ireland.
Donate to charity
These charities are all curr...
5 Irish Charities to Support around International Women’s Day
Women's Aid
Women's Aid is a leading national organisation that has been working in Ireland to stop domestic violence against women and children since 1974.
They work to make women and children safe fro...
Newspaper of the Year Sponsored by the Irish Times
We are so excited to once again be working with the Irish Times, who will be sponsoring the Newspaper of the Year Award at the Smedias 2022!
The Irish Times has delivered top quality news, opinion and analy...
International Women’s Day Events in Dublin
Happy International Women's Day! And what better way to celebrate than attending some of this year's exciting events happening all around the city? From art gallery tours to markets, there's something here for...
How to Cope with Toxic Positivity on Social Media
Positive mind, positive life, positive vibes. Be you. Protect your aura, don’t let anyone bring you down. Everyone with an Instagram account is all too familiar with the plethora of positivity quotes that tend...
Why is Manifesting so Popular?
In 2020, the number of searches made over the concept of manifestation skyrocketed, with its immense, newfound popularity eventually even lending itself to meme-ification. A once- niche, New Age movement, it h...
The Batman- Review
The initial reactions to Robert Pattinson’s casting as the Batman were predictably divisive, particularly in comic fan circles (a famously well-adjusted bunch at the best of times). Many among them refused to ...
Journalism Relating to Travel
All applications for this category are open on March 1st 2022.
The Smedias are delighted to announce a new category, Journalism Relating to Travel for the 2022 awards!
The award will be sponsored...