Buildings across Ireland lit up in honour of mother and baby home survivors

Melanie, the CEO and founder of Her Story, introduces the storytelling movement aimed at empowering women by sharing their stories across different media. The movement includes a TV series, exhibitions, and campaigns like the Pilgrimage of Light in Ireland, which honors women and children who suffered in mother and baby homes. The public's response has been healing and cathartic, emphasizing the importance of making these stories visible, especially as archives are being deleted. The initiative aims to ensure these stories are never forgotten.

What is the primary focus of the organization 'Her Story'?

• Providing financial aid to women

• Offering educational scholarships

• Empowering women through storytelling

• Organizing sports events for women

What is the purpose of the Pilgrimage of Light?

• To celebrate Irish culture

• To raise funds for local charities

• To honor women and children who suffered in mother and baby homes

• To promote tourism in Ireland

Why is it important to light up castles during the Pilgrimage of Light?

• To attract more tourists

• To give women the royal treatment they were deprived of

• To showcase architectural beauty

• To support local businesses

How has the public reacted to the Pilgrimage of Light?

• As a waste of resources

• With indifference

• With criticism

• As a healing and cathartic experience

What is one of the greatest fears of the survivors mentioned in the transcript?

• Being forgotten and disappearing from history

• Losing financial support

• Facing public scrutiny

• Being unable to find employment