LGBT Activist
Role
Maria has worked extensively as an LGBT activist, somebody who works to bring about political or social changes by campaigning in public or working for an organisation.
Maria Walsh is running for MEP.
But before you vote for her, make sure that you know what she stands for.
Who is Maria?
Maria is primarily known for two things: her identification as an "LGBT activist" and her winning of the Rose of Tralee in 2014. She has little or no political experience.
Maria's Aims
Maria could have highlighted any number of things with which to spearhead her campaign, but ‘ruffling the feathers’ of those with traditional beliefs is what she chose.
Maria's Agenda
Maria has regularly addressed audiences of impressionable young people in her work as an LGBT activist, and believes there is "immense work to do."
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Key Points
Maria has been outspoken about her agenda.
Youth
Focus
Maria has visited multiple schools promoting LGBT issues, and encouraging youth to question their beliefs and adopt new "values" with measures such as the raising of the LGBT flag outside the school.
Abortion Rights
Campaigner
Maria campaigned for repeal of the 8th amendment in 2018 alongside fellow former Roses Brianna Parkins and Aoibhínn Ní Shúilleabháin, to open up access to abortion in Ireland.