This research project invites members of the public to share their thoughts and memories from the 2014 referendum on Scottish independence: what did the referendum mean to you? What is your personal experience of the campaigning period and the referendum? How would you like the referendum to be remembered in the future?

It is important that ordinary voters and their perspectives are included in histories of the 2014 indyref. At the time, newspaper coverage and TV debates revolved around the opportunities and potential dangers of Scottish independence. Many people in Scotland took to the streets and town squares to talk about the future of this country. You may have participated in the debate in various ways: by distributing leaflets, organising talks and readings, sharing your opinions with friends and family or strangers over a pint at the pub.

Your contribution matters and I am interested in your memories and reflections on the referendum and referendum campaign in relation to how you were involved in the debate. How did you participate in the referendum campaign and debate? Did you become politically active? Did you organise or attend events that discussed the referendum? Did you enjoy discussing the referendum or were you thoroughly tired of it all?

 

How you can participate

There are two ways to participate in this project and to contribute your memories and experiences to it: you can either choose to participate in a writing workshop with other participants (Group workshop). Or you can choose to write down your experiences and memories in response to a writing prompt at your own convenience (Individual writing). You can write as little or as much as you would like about your own experiences, how you participated in campaigning initiatives, grassroots rallies and local events or simply how you remember the debate. There is no right or wrong answer.

For more information on how you can participate in this project, please click here.