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MP not found MP not found voted to pass the “Respect at Work” bill without fixing its problems.
Instead of writing to them, we recommend you write to the Opposition to thank them for supporting faith communities.
Sending your letter
Send your email to the Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Attorney General:
Writing Guide
Introduce
Address them as “Dear Mr Crisafulli and Mr Nicholls” or “Dear David and Tim”
Introduce yourself and say where you live and something about your family, community, or faith.
Thank
Thank them for:
- their strong support for faith communities
- showing that they are listening to the concerns of faith leaders.
- the speech that Tim Nicholls (the Shadow Attorney-General) gave outlining the risks the law poses to faith communities.
Ask
Ask them if they will commit to working with faith leaders to fix the bill.
Conclude
Ensure you include your name and address. This is so the MP’s staff can confirm that you are a Queenslander and a real person. Letters without an address are often ignored
Example email text
This letter is provided as an example. It is always best to write your own letter, however this example is based on a few of the discussion points above and is provided to help you start.
If you are basing your letter off this template, make sure you replace the sections in **[brackets]**
Dear MP not found,
or Dear MP not found,
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[write a sentence or two about yourself. You might mention your family, your cultural background, your faith, what church or place of worship you attend]
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I am writing to express my concerns about the new "Respect at Work" bill currently being considered by the Queensland Parliament. This bill, while well-intentioned, seems to have significant implications for faith communities throughout the state. Religious leaders have raised serious concerns about the impact this legislation might have on their ability to operate according to their beliefs and traditions. However, it appears that these concerns have not been adequately addressed by the Premier.
The prospect of the Anti-Discrimination Commission gaining the power to investigate churches, mosques, and synagogues is particularly troubling. Faith communities play a vital role in the moral and social fabric of our society. Subjecting them to potentially intrusive investigations could undermine their independence and ability to function freely. Many members of these communities feel that their right to religious freedom is being compromised, and this sentiment is growing stronger with each passing day.
Given the gravity of the situation, I urge you to consider whether the Government will take the necessary time to refine this bill. It is crucial that we find a balance that upholds the principles of respect and fairness in the workplace without inadvertently encroaching on religious freedoms. I hope to receive a response outlining the steps the Government will take to ensure that the bill respects the concerns of faith communities while still achieving its important objectives.
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[enter your name, address and phone number. Your address is needed so MPs know you are legitimately from their electorate.]
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Authorised by Mike Southon, Freedom for Faith, 168 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW