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Growing a Healthy Democracy
The Uniting Church hopes for a world where all people are able to participate in the decision making of their country. We believe that the hope for peace and justice is strongest when governments respect their citizens, uphold their human rights, support their liberties and enable free and open participation in the political process.
UnitingJustice is, therefore, committed to working for a healthy, functioning and transparent Australian democracy. We believe that this provides a strong foundation for a flourishing society and that engagement in public debate by civil society voices should be actively encouraged. UnitingJustice will continue to be an enthusiastic participant in this process, support the Church’s voice in the public forum on issues within its mandate and encourage Church members to be informed about and engaged in political life.
Key Assembly Documents
 | A Uniting Church Response to the Citizenship Test Assembly Standing Committee March 2008 |
Prayer resources for Sorry Day and the Week of Prayer for Reconciliation (26 May - 3 June) from the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ecumenical Commission available here on the NATSIEC website
From the World Council of Churches - 'WCC calls on churches to "renew efforts" for a fair climate deal'
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From the World Council of Churches - multimedia study series on gender violence launched for Lent: The study resources offer a weekly film focusing on the lives of women in various parts of the world, including India, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan and South Africa. Each film is accompanied by a Bible study, a fact sheet, discussion starters and worship resources.
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From JustAct in VicTas Synod: JustEndChristianPersecution - take action to assist Dr Alexis Montes, a lay leader in the health ministry of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) and his health worker colleagues.
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Position Vacant: Solidarity and Justice Officer, UCA South Australia (half-time position). The Solidarity and Justice Officer will resource the Church through education, advocacy and networking across a wide range of justice issues and commitments addressed by the Church.
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UnitingCare Australia Opposes Involuntary Income Management (25 Nov 2009): Uniting Care Australia National Director Lin Hatfield Dodds has called today for the Australian Government to focus on delivering effective support for disadvantaged and vulnerable families.
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