The Safer World for All campaign is joining with Caritas Australia, ActionAid Australia, Oxfam Australia, Save the Children Australia and UnitingWorld to host an electorate forum in the federal seat of Bradfield, currently held by retiring Liberal MP Paul Fletcher.
Candidates for the seat of Bradfield will attend the forum, including Gisele Kapterian from the Liberal Party and Independent candidate Nicolette Boele. Australian Labor Party candidate Louise McCallum is unavailable but will be represented by an ALP spokesperson.
Candidates will share their position on international development ahead of the federal election.
Quotes attributable to Dr Sureka Goringe, Executive Director of UnitingWorld on behalf of the Safer World for All campaign:
“The world is facing unprecedented challenges. It is a critical time to reflect on and discuss the importance of Australian Aid and show candidates that Australians care about our region and beyond.”
“Currently at 0.68% of the federal budget, a restoration to previous levels of 1% will make a huge difference to the region and to the world’s most vulnerable. More people across the world with access to healthcare, water and food is an investment in peace and security for all.”
“Given the unprecedented challenges the world faces, now is a perfect opportunity for Australia to invest in a safer world.”
For more information or to arrange an interview please contact SWFA Media at 0401 721 064.
