Religious Organisations & Social Justice

What is B'nai B'rith?

A Jewish organisation that promotes human rights, social justice and the wellbeing of Jewish communities and broader society.

What is Stand Up?

An organisation that works to combat racism and discrimination and promote social cohesion, drawing on Jewish values.

How does World Vision promote human rights?

It works to address poverty, injustice and inequality and improve the wellbeing of vulnerable children and communities.

How does Mission Australia promote social justice?

It supports people experiencing disadvantage, including homelessness, unemployment and social exclusion.

How does Wesley Mission promote social justice?

It provides services and support to people experiencing disadvantage and works towards a more just society.

How does Caritas promote human rights?

Caritas works to reduce poverty and injustice and promote sustainable development and human dignity.

What does the Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights do?

It advocates for the human rights, safety and empowerment of Muslim women and girls.

How does Islamic Relief Australia promote human rights?

It provides humanitarian assistance and development support to people experiencing poverty, disaster and crisis.

What is Hindus for Human Rights?

An organisation that draws on Hindu principles to advocate for human rights, pluralism, social justice and equality.

What is the Australian Hindu Humanitarian Fund?

An organisation that supports humanitarian and charitable initiatives inspired by Hindu values of service and compassion.

What is Bodhi Australia?

A Buddhist organisation involved in promoting Buddhist teachings, compassion and social responsibility.

How does Buddhist Global Relief promote social justice?

It works to address hunger and poverty through food security, sustainable development and humanitarian projects.

How can religion address poverty?

Religious teachings can encourage charity, compassion, service and justice, while religious organisations can provide practical assistance to people experiencing poverty.

How can religion address homelessness?

Religious organisations can provide housing, food, financial assistance, counselling and advocacy, while religious teachings encourage compassion and care for vulnerable people.

How can religion address human trafficking?

Religious traditions can oppose exploitation and promote human dignity, while religious organisations can provide protection, advocacy and support for victims.

How can religion respond to genocide?

Religious teachings about human dignity, justice and the sacredness of life can condemn genocide, while religious organisations can advocate for victims and work to prevent atrocities.

How can religion influence ideas about destiny?

Religious beliefs about judgment, afterlife, rebirth, karma and liberation shape how people understand the ultimate destiny of human beings.

How can religion influence responsibility to self and community?

Religious teachings establish moral responsibilities towards oneself and others, encouraging practices such as compassion, justice, charity, service and ethical behaviour.