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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:

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By Email

A personally written email is also very effective. Send the email to:

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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 welcome them as your new MP.

Thank

Thank them for the commitments that the Coalition made to protect religious freedom.

You may choose to mention one or all of these commitments:

Protecting freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom from discrimination on the basis of religion.
Protecting the right of religious organisations, including faith-based schools, to employ staff based on faith.

Conclude

Tell them you are looking forward to seeing the Opposition keep their promises, and hold the Government accountable to protecting religious freedom.

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 victory. It's an exciting time as you begin your term as a member of Parliament. I'm writing to thank you for the commitments the Opposition has made to protect religious freedom. Many hold dear the ability to practise their faith, express their beliefs, and enjoy protection from discrimination based on religion.

The commitment to uphold freedom of speech and ensure religious organisations, including faith-based schools, can employ staff who share their values is particularly important. Such measures will help maintain the integrity and purpose of these institutions, supporting diverse communities in preserving their cultural and religious identities.

I look forward to seeing these promises come to fruition. It is crucial that the Opposition holds the Government accountable in these matters, ensuring that religious freedoms are robustly protected. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you embark on this journey and work diligently in Parliament.

****{enter your name and address.}****

Dear , ****{Introduce yourself and say something about your family, community, or your faith}**** Congratulations on your recent election victory. It’s an exciting time as you begin your term as a member of Parliament. I’m writing to thank you for the commitments the Opposition has made to protect religious freedom. Many hold dear the ability to practise their faith, express their beliefs, and enjoy protection from discrimination based on religion. The commitment to uphold freedom of speech and ensure religious organisations, including faith-based schools, can employ staff who share their values is particularly important. Such measures will help maintain the integrity and purpose of these institutions, supporting diverse communities in preserving their cultural and religious identities. I look forward to seeing these promises come to fruition. It is crucial that the Opposition holds the Government accountable in these matters, ensuring that religious freedoms are robustly protected. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you embark on this journey and work diligently in Parliament. ****{enter your name and address.}****

Authorised by Mike Southon, Freedom for Faith, 168 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW