June 29 saw the launch of the LGBTI+ Youth Strategy, led by Minister Katherine Zappone and chaired by Una Mullaly. The three-year strategy is a world first, addressing issues outlined by LGBTI+ young people and it promises to be a loudspeaker for the reform of attitudes and education in Ireland, addressing legislative measures in the sphere.
This new commitment of government support for Ireland’s queer youth was swiftly followed by recommendations for changes to be made to the Gender Recognition Act on July 18. If implemented, these recommendations would ensure greater rights for trans youths to access treatment under the age of 18, as well as legislating for intersex and non-binary rights.