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Sending your letter
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Copy the Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Attorney General:
Writing Guide
Introduce
Address them as “Dear MP not found”, or “Dear MP not found”
Introduce yourself and say where you live and something about your family, community, or faith.
Thank
Thank them for:
- their speech in Parliament outlining their concerns about the bill
- their strong support for faith communities
- showing that they are listening to the concerns of faith leaders
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 member of their electorate. 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 concern about the new Respect at Work Bill currently under consideration. While I appreciate the intention behind the bill to create a safer and more respectful workplace environment, I am worried about its potential implications for faith communities. The bill’s broad definition of "harassment based on sex" seems to encompass traditional religious teachings and practices. This creates a conflict for many faith-based organisations and individuals who adhere to long-standing beliefs and doctrines.
It is particularly disappointing that the Premier has chosen to disregard the concerns and requests raised by faith leaders across Queensland. These leaders have highlighted the potential for the bill to infringe upon religious freedoms and the right to express and practise one's faith without fear of legal repercussions. Ignoring these concerns undermines the principle of religious freedom and could lead to significant unrest among faith communities who feel their rights are being overlooked.
Given these points, I urge you to address this issue urgently. Can you provide a response to clarify if the Government is willing to reconsider and amend the bill to protect the rights of faith communities while still achieving the bill’s objective of workplace respect and safety? It is essential to find a balanced approach that upholds both workplace safety and religious freedoms. Your attention to this matter would be greatly appreciated.
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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