Australian Marriage Equality (AME) today welcomed the decision by the Country Women’s Association of Victoria (CWA) to support marriage equality for every Australian.
At the CWA Victorian State Conference the following motion was passed: That the CWA of Victoria Inc advocates for equality for all Australians under the Commonwealth Marriage Act
The motion led by the CWA’s Social Issues Committee said: ‘As an association of women committed to social justice, we should be advocates for all women whose entitlements and rights are diminished by continuing inequalities under present laws’
“We welcome the decision by the Victorian division of the CWA to back marriage equality,” National Spokesperson Shirleene Robinson said.
“For almost 90 years the CWA has been supporting women and children across regional, rural and remote areas.
“This announcement reflects the CWA’s continued commitment to ensure every Australian has the same opportunities and is able to reach their full potential.
“We continue to see an increase in community organisations across Australia supporting marriage equality because they want to get behind their families, friends, neighbours and workmates.
“Marriage equality is about strengthening our communities by allowing everyone to make life long commitments and build a stronger and secure future not only for themselves but for Australia.
“We thank the Victorian division of the CWA for recognising the importance of this issue both to their members and the local communities they support and represent,” Ms Robinson concluded.
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