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HSQ campaigns on the basis of human rights and on the principles of a democratic society.  A fair, just and equitable society is our ideal but the present reality is different. We wish to see an Australia where our laws are reflective of a modern secular democracy not a theocratic state. We seek a constructive, rational approach to ethical issues in order to contribute to a society in which decisions are based on evidence rather than on superstitious beliefs or religious doctrines.Whilst we uphold an individual’s right to freedom of belief (including religious belief), we do not see why the government should afford religious groups powerful legal and economic privileges.

Campaigns only work when persuasive arguments are backed by public support. Furthermore statewide campaigns often depend on local action to maximise their effect. Each campaign on this page clearly states what you can do to help us achieve our aims. If you wish to be involved in campaigning, please fill in a contact form.

HSQ campaigns on the basis of human rights and on the principles of a democratic society.  A fair, just and equitable society is our ideal but the present reality is different. We wish to see an Australia where our laws are reflective of a modern secular democracy not a theocratic state. We seek a constructive, rational approach to ethical issues in order to contribute to a society in which decisions are based on evidence rather than on superstitious beliefs or religious doctrines.Whilst we uphold an individual’s right to freedom of belief (including religious belief), we do not see why the government should afford religious groups powerful legal and economic privileges.

Campaigns only work when persuasive arguments are backed by public support. Furthermore statewide campaigns often depend on local action to maximise their effect. Each campaign on this page clearly states what you can do to help us achieve our aims. If you wish to be involved in campaigning, please fill in a contact form.

Is there a separation of religion and state in Australia?

CHURCH AND STATE IN AUSTRALIA - by Max Wallace
There is no effective separation of church and state in Australia. This is true for both Federal and State levels of government but for different reasons. The fact there is no real separation is one of Australia’s best kept political secrets. READ MORE...

SAME DIFFERENCE? SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE AUSTRALIAN CONSTITUTIONS - by Helen Irving
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution is best known for its protection of free speech, but it actually begins with two statements about the place of religion in American law. READ MORE...

HOW GOD IS KILLING PUBLIC EDUCATION - INDOCRINATION v EDUCATION - by Jane Caro
Our current education situation is, quite frankly, unsustainable. As a society, we cannot afford to maintain two parallel education systems where kids can move from private school to public school at will. READ MORE...

CHURCH AND STATE IN AUSTRALIA - by Max Wallace
There is no effective separation of church and state in Australia. This is true for both Federal and State levels of government but for different reasons. The fact there is no real separation is one of Australia’s best kept political secrets. READ MORE...

SAME DIFFERENCE? SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE AUSTRALIAN CONSTITUTIONS - by Helen Irving
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution is best known for its protection of free speech, but it actually begins with two statements about the place of religion in American law. READ MORE...

HOW GOD IS KILLING PUBLIC EDUCATION - INDOCRINATION v EDUCATION - by Jane Caro
Our current education situation is, quite frankly, unsustainable. As a society, we cannot afford to maintain two parallel education systems where kids can move from private school to public school at will. READ MORE...









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