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The WA Government has been running a consultation on “conversion therapy” legislation that has included many LGBTIQ activist groups and some Christian denominations, but has excluded many other denominations and faith groups.
General Concerns Victorian Government education policies are increasingly limiting the space for religious beliefs in public institutions. The Education and Training Reform Act 2006 and related policies have reduced the visibility of religious expression—such as...
Religious Freedom Concerns The Justice Legislation Amendment (Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion) Act 2025 significantly expands Victoria’s anti-vilification laws. While its goal is to protect vulnerable groups from hate speech, many religious organisations – including Freedom...
One of the biggest dangers we can identify for this inquiry is the potential for expanding the definition of “cult” to encompass unpopular religions. We are encouraged by the initial discussion in the Guidance Note...
In 2024, the Federal Department of Employment and Workplace Relations released draft standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). The standards would apply to all non-government VET training institutions, including many faith-based colleges. Some of these...
In NSW, consciencious objection to abortion is under threat. NSW Health Employment Requirements The Chief Executive of a Local Health District has told a parliamentary committee that providing ‘termination services’ may be a condition of...
