Yes Yes Yes: Australia's Journey to Marriage Equality [Paperback]

A gripping account of Australia's journey to marriage equality.

Written by Alex Greenwich and Shirleene Robinson, two key figures in the movement,Yes Yes Yesreveals the compelling story of how a grassroots campaign transformed a nation. Based on personal memories and exclusive interviews, this book uncovers the strategies, challenges, and triumphs of the decade-long fight for LGBTIQ rights.

Discover the origins of the movement, the key players involved, and the political battles fought. Understand the impact of this social change on Australian society and gain insights into the power of community activism. Perfect for readers interested in social justice, political history, and the ongoing fight for equality.

This book provides a compelling, moving account of some of the extraordinary individuals who have worked to achieve marriage equality. It locates intimate, personal stories and community-driven experiences of campaigning alongside the broader social and political context to tell the full, extraordinary story of just how the marriage equality movement succeeded in achieving a fairer and more equal Australia. The book captures the passion that propelled the movement forward, weaving together stories of heartbreak, hope and triumph. It is based on personal memories and more than twenty interviews with key figures and everyday advocates from across Australia. It covers the movement’s origins in 2004 when the Marriage Act of 1961 was amended to exclude same-sex couples, through to the unsuccessful High Court challenge, a public vote in 2017 and the Parliamentary aftermath