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In May 2015, Ireland made history by becoming the first country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote. On that day, 62% of the Irish electorate voted “Yes” in a national referendum, amending the Constitution to state that “marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex.” Ten years on, the Marriage Referendum stands as a landmark moment in the ongoing journey toward equality and human rights in Ireland. As a young queer person who was involved in campaigning for a yes vote in the referendum, I saw the good and the bad of the campaign.
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I’m Sarah and I’ve been tasked with curating La Mansarda’s newest feature: Lemon Pick! This can be new or old music, poetry, art, movements or acts of humanity that embody the artistic celebration, cultural exchange and humanitarian values that La Mansarda celebrates. I met Ligia in 2021 on our first day at a new job and her bright and outgoing spirit had me hooked, we’ve been fast friends ever since (especially if you see us zooming around Dublin on our bikes!) I have the proud achievement of being at the first ever La Mansarda and have had the pleasure of volunteering at and attending many more events over the years. I’m from Dublin, Ireland and I love all the artistic culture the city has to offer. Archives |
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