Attending the Julie Arliss’s, All Great Empires Fall’ student conference was an educational experience as complex questions were raised about socially relevant topics. One significant aspect of the conference regarded sexual ethics were the origins of sexual ethics, descriptions of variable ethical codes such as egoism and utilitarianism, issues of consent, cultural aspects, and society’s normalisation of sexual violence. Sexual ethics also regard gender and sexuality and how they relate to society. In addition, Irish legislation regarding marriage has changed due to the constitutional referendum held on the 22nd of May 2015 which is now inclusive of same-sex couples. This social revolution circulated international news and found its way on
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For example, Australia was the first country in the world to give women the right to vote in federal elections (australia.gov, 2015). As the values of the Australian population change, as should the law to maintain social cohesion. This is important in achieving marriage equality as according to a 2009-2012 poll from Galaxy Research, 64% of Australians support marriage equality which suggests the debate in Australia is primarily political now. Currently, Australian law is not reflective of the majority as the functions of the law are not being upheld. The government has a responsibility as the authority of the country to adhere to the civil rights of the people, and the social exclusion of same-sex couples regarding marriage is not an …show more content…
Openly-gay Labor Senator Penny Wong, in a debate over same-sex marriage said “The sun will rise, heterosexual marriages won’t crumble, three-year-olds will still want more ice-cream than is good for them, but together we will have made a profound change”. Marriage equality will not change the dynamic of the Australian society, but it will make a difference to the gay and lesbian couples who struggle with acceptance, and fear rejection. The vote on same-sex marriage isn’t just about marriage itself, but rather achieving a well-deserved measure of equality for all members of society. The movement for LGBT equality will not end at the amendment of the marriage act, but begin the next stage of the fight for social justice for everyone, everywhere, to change the world, not just get married. We trust that our politicians support the fight for social justice and equality for the people, but we also hope that Parliament will recognise that it is time for Australia to achieve marriage
For example, Australia was the first country in the world to give women the right to vote in federal elections (australia.gov, 2015). As the values of the Australian population change, as should the law to maintain social cohesion. This is important in achieving marriage equality as according to a 2009-2012 poll from Galaxy Research, 64% of Australians support marriage equality which suggests the debate in Australia is primarily political now. Currently, Australian law is not reflective of the majority as the functions of the law are not being upheld. The government has a responsibility as the authority of the country to adhere to the civil rights of the people, and the social exclusion of same-sex couples regarding marriage is not an …show more content…
Openly-gay Labor Senator Penny Wong, in a debate over same-sex marriage said “The sun will rise, heterosexual marriages won’t crumble, three-year-olds will still want more ice-cream than is good for them, but together we will have made a profound change”. Marriage equality will not change the dynamic of the Australian society, but it will make a difference to the gay and lesbian couples who struggle with acceptance, and fear rejection. The vote on same-sex marriage isn’t just about marriage itself, but rather achieving a well-deserved measure of equality for all members of society. The movement for LGBT equality will not end at the amendment of the marriage act, but begin the next stage of the fight for social justice for everyone, everywhere, to change the world, not just get married. We trust that our politicians support the fight for social justice and equality for the people, but we also hope that Parliament will recognise that it is time for Australia to achieve marriage