Swimming with sharks: The negative social and psychological impacts of Ireland's marriage equality referendum 'NO' campaign : A survey report

S. Dane, Liz Short, Grainne Healy

The aim of this project was to generate knowledge about the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people and their families during the 'YES' and 'NO' campaigns in the lead up to Ireland's marriage equality referendum, and after the outcome. This first summary report focuses on the negative social and psychological experiences of these individuals during the months leading up to the referendum vote. Expectantly the findings from this research will assist governments, health organisations, educators and community groups to better understand the effects of such campaigns on LGBTI people and their families, and contribute to the international body of research on this topic.