As some may know the Government issued a Discussion Paper last year calling for submissions on the subject of Freedom of Religion and Belief. The Australian Human Rights commission is currently calling for submissions for the above project. They are wanting to hear from as many different religions and beliefs as possible. This project is designed to work with faith communities and other civil society organizations to record their concerns and proposed solutions to build a more socially cohesive and harmonious society that protects and promotes Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and Article 18 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). This is an extremely important step for pagans to make to ensure that our voices, beliefs and rights are protected in the coming century and for future generations. Currently there are many who are not aware or simply do not have the time to donate a full submission so we are looking to the next best step this petition. We will gather as many signatures as possible and submit the petition by the deadline on the 31st of January. Help our community by signing this petition to raise awareness for the freedom of pagan rights. Of general interest to us are matters concerning: Freedom to follow and practice your religion instances of intolerance or discrimination because of religion. How well governments have dealt with issues concerning freedom of religion and discrimination because of religion any other matters of concern to you with regards to freedom of religion in Australia. We have a voice let it be heard !!! If you would like to also lodge you own submission you may go to and have your say. http://www.humanrights.gov.au/frb/ Paganism Australia