protest – The Gown

October 19, 2026 The Gown Queen's University Belfast 106 Views 0 Comments france, protest 5 min read

The Blocus is a wake-up call – Trading ‘Down with this sort of thing’ for Bismillah c’est les ténèbres!

Ana Lăzăruț explores the French student population fighting against the establishment. To it, they say: “Bismillah c’est les ténèbres!”

Arts & Culture

October 5, 2026 The Gown Queen's University Belfast 68 Views 0 Comments activism, arts and culture, celebrity, protest 5 min read

The Art of Celebrity Advocacy

In a world where an Instagram story infographic can make or break someone’s career, Anaisha Abraham investigates the widespread fascination with celebrity activism and deifying public figures for championing elementary ideologies.

“Not One More”: Northern Ireland Amongst some of the Highest Femicide Rates in Europe and Change Cannot Come Sooner

Ellen Hughes reflects on the ‘Not One More’ demonstration that took place in Belfast City Centre.

Features

December 22, 2025 The Gown Queen's University Belfast 422 Views 0 Comments belfast, Palestine, protest, QUB, QUBSU, queens 2 min read

The Right to Protest and not be Expelled: QUB Dismisses Investigation Against Palestine Assembly Protestor

Threatened with expulsion for a Palestinian protest, Saoirse Wagner has been acquitted of claims put against her by QUB according to the QUB Palestine Assembly.

Features

March 17, 2025 The Gown Queen's University Belfast 341 Views 0 Comments activism, belfast, change, gown, politics, protest, QUB 2 min read

Be the Change: The role of student protest in a QUB education.

In this International Women’s Month, the urgent issue of violence against women and girls in Northern Ireland is highlighted, with 41 femicides since 2017. Abi Connolly McGreevy urges students at QUB to embrace protest, emphasizing its historical significance in spurring change and giving voice to concerns. Active participation is crucial for fostering transformation.