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For Australian law to be effective it must be dynamic so it can reflect changing societal views, which law reform can help attain. A significant area of recent social change is the acceptance of same-sex relationships in Australian society. To mirror this, current law reforms have been somewhat effective in achieving just outcomes regarding the recognition of same-sex relationships in Commonwealth law. The combination of official recognition of same-sex relationships to an extent, attempts at removing discrimination in legislation, and the delay of justice denotes this. Considering the achievement of justice and the protection of individual’s rights, it is evident that law reform has significantly improved recognition of same-sex relationships, but there are more essential responses that need to be enacted.

This essay will be critically analyzing the social policy of same sex marriage using four Australian newspaper articles to demonstrate and examine how inequality through diversity and difference are present and experienced in the public domain. The essay will draw upon What ideological values and assumptions are present in both the newspaper articles and social policy?, What are the social justice concerns in relation to the current same sex policy?, concluding with a reflective component exploring where in relation to the social policy issue I am as a developing social worker.

Australia in terms of immigration, has had a poor history of dealing with people travelling into the country, shown in the beginning of hand picking the majority of Australia 's population. However as the decades have rolled on, whether it be forced or by choice, Australia has become looser and more free in access and treatment within the country and importantly, less discriminatory. In order to see these improvements, the start must be shown, in which is generally summarised by the White Australia Policy.

Australia is a multicultural country and the central part of Australian culture is egalitarianism. As one of the national identities, egalitarianism means that all Australians have the same status that includes in legislation, society, and refuse to accept being inferior. In Australia, egalitarianism originated in its founding era, when a large number of England convicts were sent to Australia, the convicts suffered cruel treatment and this lead to the strong egalitarian sentiment (Phung, 2015).

The diminished treatment of this minority group is one example of many. Noel Pearson, renowned and celebrated Aboriginal justice activist and lawyer, was exceedingly critical of Brandis’ laws. In his publication through The Sydney Morning Herald, Pearson acknowledged the unmistakeable fact that “Racial Discrimination emboldened bigots” in the past. Being a stakeholder representative for Indigenous minorities in Australia, Pearson was disturbed over the suggested reforms, believing it “disempowers” and “sets back the cause of reconciliation and closing the gap” in Indigenous communities (The Sydney Morning Herald, 2014). This was reinforced by Reconciliation Australia activist Tom Calma who declared that racial vilification should have no place in Australian society and concurs to Australia’s previous “legacy of historical discriminatory policies” (NACCHO, 2014). A society which idolises the singling out of minorities will erode community standards and inevitably lead to more abusive

Marriage equality matters just as much as anything else in the world. Same-sex couples want to marry like any other person and have all the same reasons as heterosexual couples. There are many legal benefits that come with marriage but they are however not available to same-sex couples. A marriage certificate allows married couples to easily prove their legal rights if challenged for example in an emergency situation. Equal marriage is important in modern society because it allows same-sex couples to be included in such a worldwide and cherished institution such as marriage will provide for them and their families with real social and cultural benefits. There is a growth in research, which shows evidence that married couples, which include same-sex married couples are on average healthier, happier and longer lived. Government restrictions on who gay and lesbian people in Australia can marry contravenes the fundamental human rights in the same way that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders were once contravened with laws on who they could and could not marry.

have had more sophisticated and developed culture, society, and technology. Similarly, the white Australians had ideas that the white are superior, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander should be assimilated to the white culture. Because of such circumstances, the legislative removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their family and community has happened, and it has been significant in Australian history. This essay will argue that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s human rights have been protected by several human rights mechanisms, but still not enough. Firstly, this essay will introduce several legislations, which slowed removal of the children. Secondly, it will summarise impacts of the removal

Back in this time many Australians weren’t aware of the fight for same sex marriage and many strongly disagreed. However, now that America has passed the legislation in support of gay marriage, Australians now see this as a more achievable

6). The Diversity and Equity policy (DET 2013) was created to respond to the growingly diverse Victorian Community. Many Victorians face issues of racism and bullying and due to cultural and religious backgrounds, as well as socio-economic status, many do not experience equal or equitable opportunities. This is due to the emergence of our society as neo-liberal. Neo-liberalism means that ‘the agenda of economic and social transformation’ (Connell, 2013, p. 99) has moved from public agencies to ‘companies selling services in a market.’ A society modelled under neo-liberalism is skewed to support those with money and privilege, a majority of which, in Australian society, are middle class Anglo-Australians. As a result, the issues of equity and diversity within a neo-liberal society leave those affected at a marked disadvantage in comparison to the majority of Australians. The Diversity and Equity policy (DET 2013) is an attempt to improve the disadvantage experienced by the

Australia is known as free country and focuses on becoming the multicultural country. Due to this, there are many different ethnicities seen, but who deserves to be in Australia. Both Samir and I have different stories but who has more of a right to live in Australia.

There are many controversies surrounding today's world, such as abortion, animal testing, and social reform issues. It seems that no one can come to a common agreement on the legitimacy of these topics. Personal characteristics, such as upbringing, culture, religion and ethnicity, all play a role in determining one's feelings on a given controversial issue. However, one of the most protested and discussed issues in current political debate is same-sex marriage. There is no right or wrong answer to this question, only hard pressed arguments expressing speculation regarding supposed outcomes, benefits and possible tribulations that would come along with the endorsement of gay marriage. Such ideas are shown

Social inclusion entails the ability to participate in society, in a way that is free from prejudice and discrimination, and promotes the conditions for equal opportunities. It requires that all individuals have access to those rights that are normally extended to its members, such as the right to education, employment, adequate housing, healthcare, technology and the justice system. This essentially creates the opportunity for individuals and groups to develop the best life chances, in a manner by which nobody is excluded. Although, this can only be generated and maintained, particularly for women in Australia, through the coexistence and interdependence of historical, economic, political and legal forces.

Over the years in our country’s history it has been apparent that the idea of same sex marriages is becoming much more popular, however in most states there is still one thing stopping them. That one thing stopping two people from the pursuit of happiness which they desire is a social injustice. Social injustices are situations where a person or group of people is treated unfairly due to certain factors for example discrimination, prejudice, racism, heterosexism, sexism, and so forth. In the case of same sex marriages, the factor playing a major role in this social injustice is where most people believe that opposite sexes attract, but in the case of a same sex couple wanting to be married, this brings about many topics to be discussed by

One of the most controversial issues around today is gay marriages. Many believe that the media is primly responsible for the idea of same-sex marriages, but when it all comes down to it there are really only two sides; those who support gay marriages, and those who oppose them. Two authors write their opinions on their opposite views on this issue. Sullivan (2002) supports same-sex marriages and believes marriage to be a universal right, not just restricted to heterosexuals. Contrary to Sullivan, Bennett (2002) believes that marriage is a sacred traditional family value that should be set aside for heterosexual couples. (2002)Throughout this essay, I will summarize both authors’ ideas and evaluate them through their evidence and

Before answering this question, I believe it is important to define the term ‘social inclusion.’ According to COBUILD Dictionary, “social inclusion is the act of making all groups of people within a society feel valued and important” . Respecting, understanding and promoting the inherent worth and dignity of every individual is one of the underlying factors of the very profession of social work. My job as a social work in training is to use my connections and knowledge to serve disadvantaged peoples, by exposing their personal strengths and resources to accomplish their goal. Social inclusion plays a vital role in the mission of a social worker, and therefore is woven throughout the very foundation of social justice, cultural diversity and human dignity.