26 August 2021

Social Justice Action

Article by Toby Mew

Social Justice Action

Last week, in response to the Taliban's occupation of Afghanistan, the Social Justice Committee decided to take action.

A list of resources was sent to all students so that they could research the Taliban, their history, and what their occupation means for women and children in Afghanistan.

Ms Caitlin Doble drafted a petition to be sent to the offices of MP Libby Coker and Senator Sarah Henderson. The letter, attached below, calls for Australia to increase its uptake of Afghani refugees; grant temporary visas to more of these refugees; and to provide humanitarian aid for the citizens of Afghanistan.

This petition received 315 signatures from staff and students at the College, which is an incredible achievement! Thank you to those teachers and students who gave up their lunchtimes to get these signatures.

If you would like to do your bit, some organisations to donate to are listed below:

Jesuit Refugee Services: https://aus.jrs.net/en/donate/

Mahboba's Promise: https://mahbobaspromise.org/donate/

Save the Children: https://www.savethechildren.org.au/donate/make-a-donation

Toby Mew  Justice Captain

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