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Sending your letter
By Post
It is very powerful to send a printed out or hand-written letter through the post. Send to:
By Email
A personally written email is also very effective. Send the email to:
Writing guide
Introduce
Address them as “Dear MP not found”, or “Dear MP not found”
Introduce yourself and say something about your family, community, or your faith.
Congratulate them on winning the election and retaining their seat.
Thank
Thank them for the commitments that Labor and the Prime Minister have made to protect religious freedom.
You may choose to mention one or all of these commitments:
- The Prime Minister committed that “religious freedom will not go backwards”
- Labor will progress a religious discrimination bill in collaboration with faith leaders.
- Any legislation impacting religious freedom will be bipartisan with the Coalition and not a deal with the Greens.
Conclude
Tell them you are looking forward to seeing the Government keep these promises.
Assure them you are praying for them as they serve the community (make sure you do pray!)
Include your name and address, so they know you are a member of their electorate.
Example letter
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 ,
****{Introduce yourself and say something about your family, community, or your faith}****
Congratulations on your recent election win. I am writing to express my gratitude for the commitment your party and the Prime Minister have made to protecting religious freedom in Australia. It is reassuring to hear the pledge that "religious freedom will not go backwards." Such commitments offer hope for a future where all Australians can practise their faith without fear of discrimination or prejudice.
I appreciate the Government's intention to progress a religious discrimination bill with broad support. The emphasis on bipartisan cooperation rather than a deal with any single group signifies a commitment to genuine and comprehensive dialogue. This approach promises a balanced piece of legislation that respects the beliefs of all communities.
As you embark on your responsibilities, please know that I am praying for wisdom and guidance for you and your colleagues as you work to serve the community. It is my hope that the Government will stand by its promises, helping to build a more inclusive and respectful nation.
****{enter your name and address.}****
Authorised by Mike Southon, Freedom for Faith, 168 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW