We applaud them for showing leadership on this issue, on which we have long been calling for change at the federal, state and local government levels.

In their joint letter, the ‘Victorian 21’ said the practice of reciting prayers in council was inappropriate given the multicultural and multifaith communities they represent. They also said that “freedom of religion necessarily includes freedom from religion”.

Their action has added further momentum for the push in the state parliament to replace the daily Lord’s Prayer ritual with something more inclusive.

If you live in Victoria, can you join us in thanking the councillors and help them send a message to the state government and other councils?
 

During the past couple of years, momentum has been building across Victoria and across the country for change on the issue of prayer in government.

Now, we can see a light at the end of the tunnel in Victoria, with the Labor government having promised in 2021 to address the issue in the state parliament if re-elected.

But it's not the time to stand by and watch from the sidelines. Now is the time for us to stand up – just like the ‘Victorian 21’ – and make our voices heard.

In solidarity,