Insights from former MPs wanted for PhD research on incivility and hate speech in political discourse

University of Canberra PhD candidate (and former Victorian), Amy McGregor-Dainton, is carrying out research on how uncivil and hateful comments from citizens on social media impacts politicians, staffers, public servants and contributes to negative perceptions of government in Australia.

This research aims to bring together insights from across the three tiers of government, alongside insights from citizens in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, to examine whether there's a relationship between how Australians talk about democracy, and how much trust and confidence they have in Australia's political actors and institutions. 

If you served in parliament in the decade and could spare 30-40 minutes to share some of your experiences or observations over Zoom, please contact Amy on 0439 335 023 or email amy.mcgregor-dainton@canberra.edu.au.

Interview questions will be provided in advance.