Gay Discrimination and Religious Schools
Controversy over whether religious liberty should be protected has dominated the news cycle since parts of the Ruddock report were leaked. The most controversial issue has been how religious schools are permitted under anti-discrimination legislation to adversely treat employees and students on grounds such as their sexuality, gender identity and religion.
There is understandable concern in the community about the welfare of adults and children at religious schools, especially regarding students who are same-sex attracted or experiencing gender dysphoria. The risk of harm to students is particularly significant considering the intensely social nature of schools, the parental role in school selection (even against a student’s wishes), and the long-term involvement of students who may be at the same school for over 40 hours a week during the formative years of their lives.
Considering these concerns there is clear community support for ensuring that religious schools are…
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