Central Bank of Ireland

14-29 May 2024

The exhibition, in collaboration with the Five Lamps Arts Festival, took place at the Central Bank of Ireland from 14th – 29th May 2024, from 10am – 4pm, marking a significant milestone in the recognition of women’s achievements and their journey towards personal and professional empowerment. Through her lens, Hanlon showcases the diverse experiences of fifty-four extraordinary women like Dr Linda Doyle, Provost, Trinity College Dublin, Sharon Donnery, Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Ireland, Commissioner Mairead Mc Guinness MEP, Zainab Boladale, Journalist, Presenter, Professor Lydia Lynch, Immunologist, Harvard University, Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader, Ann Doherty, CEO, Cork City Council, Helen Desbois Radio Presenter, Dublin City FM and Frances Fitzgerald MEP, Former Tánaiste, Minister, TD and Senator, who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.

In the wake of a life-changing decision to retire early from private practice following a bout of illness and the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Linda Hanlon embarked on a new chapter in her life. Drawing upon her passion for photography and driven by her curiosity about human nature, particularly the concept of personal empowerment, Hanlon embarked on a remarkable journey to capture the stories and images of empowered women across Ireland.