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Shining a red spotlight on Christian persecution
A record 30 dioceses in Australia and New Zealand are commemorating Red November this month, to show solidarity with persecuted Christians suffering increased violence, persecution and human rights abuses worldwide. Source: ACN.
Report says violations of religious freedom increasing every year
Religious freedom is not only a fundamental and essential human right, “it is also a pathway to truth and deeper communion with God and neighbour,” Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Changes to anti-discrimination law ‘to restore’ freedom of speech
Amendments to the Northern Territory’s anti-discrimination laws that the Country Liberal Party Government claims will “restore” freedom of speech and religion have passed Parliament. Source: ABC News.
Islamophobia envoy calls for religious discrimination laws
The push to outlaw religious discrimination should be revived and counter-terrorism laws should be reviewed, according to a landmark report by Australia’s first Islamophobia envoy. Source: ABC News.
Leaders warn against NT religious freedom reforms
Faith leaders and the federal Coalition warn the Northern Territory Government’s push to protect religious freedoms would only restrict the right of schools to employ teachers who embody their values. Source: The Australian.
Anti-Christian hate crime in Europe fuelled by ‘religious illiteracy’
A human rights expert has warned that anti-Christian hate crime is being fuelled by “religious illiteracy” among Western officials, as an intergovernmental report confirmed worsening discrimination across Europe. Source: OSV News.
US court rules against Sisters in dispute over contraception mandates
A United States federal court has ruled against the Little Sisters of the Poor in their long-running legal dispute over government contraception mandates, dealing a blow to the religious order even after multiple court victories, including at the Supreme Court. Source: National Catholic Register.
Faith leaders call on Indonesian government to ensure religious freedom
Faith leaders in Indonesia have called on the nation’s government to ensure religious freedom for all and take strong action against its violators, following recent incidents targeting Christians. Source: UCA News.
Changes to NT law ‘protects rights of people of faith’
Darwin Bishop Charles Gauci has welcomed proposed changes to the Northern Territory’s Anti-Discrimination Act 1992, which aim to restore balance between religious freedom, respectful speech, and anti-discrimination protections. Source: Darwin Diocese.