In light of the Cass Review, four years in the making, and following the resounding defeat of government proposals in the referendum, there has never been a better moment to understand, unite, and resist gender ideology.
The Countess Conference explored the impact of gender ideology on Irish society across legislation, policy, education, culture, and sport. This national event brought together ordinary women and men from across Ireland for meaningful discussion, debate, and insights from activists, thought leaders, and experts in key subject areas. We joined the fight for reality, freedom of speech, evidence-based healthcare, and the future of our society.
We challenged the encroachment of gender identity into sports, prisons, education, and legislation. Our collective efforts have reshaped the Irish political landscape and emboldened others to speak out. On April 27th at RDS Dublin, we gathered with a panel of national and international speakers to emphasise why we must keep our foot on the accelerator—our work has only just begun.
The Countess Conference covered vital topics such as:
What is Gender Ideology? We examined its origins and how it has infiltrated our government and influenced our laws.
Hate Crime Legislation and Freedom of Speech: We discussed how the Hate Crime Bill could affect our ability to speak freely about gender ideology and other pressing issues.
Youth Transition and De-transition: We explored the complexities surrounding “the trans child,” how parents can best support their children, and what happens when individuals choose to desist or de-transition.
Children, Education, and Safeguarding: We addressed how gender ideology impacts what children are taught, the potential harms, and how parents can assert their rights.
We also discussed the importance of preserving single-sex spaces in schools and clubs.
Sport: We highlighted the significance of protecting female categories in sports and questioned why boys and men are allowed to join girls' teams, including the LGFA policy that permits boys over twelve to play on girls' teams.
Prisons and Self-ID: We raised concerns about men being placed in female prisons simply by filling out a form claiming to be women, with no safeguards in place. We examined the implications this has for women prisoners and prison officers.
Legislation: We scrutinised how the terms "woman" and "mother" are being excised from legislation and policy, and the significance of the recent referendum result.
Lesbian Erasure: We investigated what is happening in lesbian spaces and how LGB young people can be protected and supported amidst the promotion of gender ideology by many organisations.
Women’s Spaces and Words: We emphasised the importance of women speaking up against the takeover of our spaces and language, and how ordinary women can organise and empower one another to raise awareness.
To combat this insidious ideology, we first need to understand it and connect the dots.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this crucial dialogue. Together, we can continue to resist and reclaim our rights.
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