Run a Children’s Referendum Poll in your School or Youth Group

It’s About You : Your Voice, Your Vote

The Irish Government is holding a Children’s Referendum on Saturday 10th November 2012.

A Referendum is a vote by the People on a proposed amendment to the Constitution.

If a simple majority vote Yes the amendment is approved and the appropriate words in the Constitution are removed and/or inserted.

If a simple majority vote No the document remains unchanged.

To vote in a Referendum in Ireland you must be: over 18, an Irish citizen and your name must be on the Register of Electors.

Even though you might not be old enough to vote yet, you can still hold a poll in your school or youth group to ensure that your voice is heard in this campaign.

Download our guide on running a poll in your school or youth group (PDF)

Download the BALLOT PAPER