Eve Harrigan

You Belong Here, 2026

Age 15

Oil and pencil on paper

‘The inspiration for my painting came from the current state of our world. The hate and prejudice targeted towards people for things out of their control, such as race, sexuality and religion, can feel overwhelming. This is why I believe it’s crucial to have reminders that everyone is welcome, that everyone belongs, and that everyone is valued. Especially for younger people growing up during a time of uncertainty.’

Tá Fáilte Romhat Anseo, 2026

Aois 15

Ola agus peann luaidhe ar pháipéar

‘Na rudaí ar fad atá ag tarlú ar fud an domhain a spreag an pictiúr seo. Uaireanta, bíonn an ghráin agus an chlaontacht i leith daoine mar gheall ar rudaí nach bhfuil aon smacht acu orthu, cosúil le cine, gnéasacht agus reiligiún, iomarcach. Sin an chúis a gcreidim go bhfuil sé tábhachtach go mbeadh rudaí ann chun a mheabhrú dúinn, agus do dhaoine óga atá ag fás aníos i ré na héiginnteachta go háirithe, go bhfuil fáilte roimh gach duine, go bhfuil gach duine tábhachtach agus go mbaineann luach
le gach duine.’

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