NSW
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The “Conversion Practices Ban Bill” is not good legislation, but it is a lot better than the proposals that came from Alex Greenwich or the Government Taskforce last year (you can read more here).
While we are very disappointed by what was not fixed, we can thank our politicians for what they have done, and we can let them know what we want them to do next.
- Thank Labor MPs for negotiating in good faith with faith leaders
- Thank them for creating protections for faith, families and medical professionals
- Point out our disapointment that our requests to clarify those protections were not acted on
- Ask them to make the protections clearer, and to ensure that all their promises are kept as the law is implemented.
- Ask them to protect religious freedom as other laws come up, including the “Equality” bill
Writing Guide
Send the email to: MP not found
Address them as “Dear MP not found”, or “Dear MP not found”
Thank
Thank the MP and the Government for their commitment to protecting religious freedom, and the genuine negotiations with faith leaders.
Thank them for the protections for families, faith communities and medical professionals.
Your request
Say you are disappointed that they did not use the amendments that would have made the law clearer.
Ask them to ensure that their promises are kept as the law is implemented, and to protect religious freedom as other laws are discussed this year – including the “Equality” bill
Conclusion
Thank the MP for their hard work serving the people of MP not found
Your next step
If you have written to your local MP, the next step is to write to Opposition and minor party MPs who tried to strengthen the bill.
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 MP not found,
or Dear MP not found,
I am writing to express my appreciation for your recent work on the 'Conversion Practices' bill. Your efforts to take into account religious freedom during the bill's passage are commendable. It is a relief to see that medical professionals, parents, and faith communities have been given consideration and that their positions are safeguarded.
I'm grateful that the Government engaged in genuine discussions with faith leaders. However, I wish the protections granted were stated more clearly in the legislation. I urge you to ensure that the bill's implementation will not inadvertently impede religious freedom. As we look ahead, I ask that you continue to uphold these essential freedoms in all future legislation, including the upcoming 'Equality' bill. Your dedication to your role as a Member of Parliament and your hard work in representing your constituents is greatly valued. Thank you for your commitment to our community.
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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