United we stand

Australia - In a historic alliance, Australian religious leaders took a stand on climate change. Rabbi Kamins of the Council of Progressive Rabbis; Reverend Professor James Haire, director of the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture; Ikebal Patel, president of Australian Federation of Islamic Councils; Kanti Jinna, vice-chairman of Hindu Council of Australia; Bhante Sujato, executive of Australian Sangha Association; Sister Geraldine Kearney, of Australian Catholic Religious; and Bhikkhu Sujato, of the Buddhist Council of NSW were all united in expressing deep concern and in creating a public stance on this important environmental concern. 

“The foundation of all the great religions was built upon us being custodians and caring for the earth. Australia and other developed countries need to address their historical responsibility,” said Thea Ormerod, chair of Australian Religious Response to Climate Change.