Subject: Supporting Australia’s commitment to development assistance

Dear [MP’s Name],

I hope this message finds you well.

As a constituent and supporter of The Borgen Project, I am writing to ask for your support in strengthening Australia’s commitment to Official Development Assistance (ODA).

Australia plays a vital role in promoting stability and development across the Indo-Pacific region. However, current ODA levels remain at approximately 0.19% of Gross National Income—well below the internationally agreed target of 0.7%.

At a time of increasing global instability, humanitarian crises, and climate challenges, development assistance is more important than ever. Australia’s ODA supports essential programs in health, education, disaster resilience, and economic development, improving lives and strengthening communities.

Development cooperation also aligns with Australia’s strategic interests by fostering regional stability, strengthening partnerships, and supporting sustainable economic growth.

As my elected representative, I respectfully ask that you:

• Advocate for increased funding for Australia’s ODA, supporting a long-term pathway toward the 0.7% target
• Raise the importance of development cooperation in Parliament and relevant committees
• Promote Australia’s leadership in regional and global development efforts

Australia has the capacity to play a stronger role in addressing global poverty and supporting sustainable development. I hope you will support policies that reflect this commitment.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Postcode]

Subject: Urgent action needed to address the humanitarian crisis in Sudan

Dear [MP’s Name],

I hope this message finds you well.

As a constituent and a supporter of The Borgen Project, I am writing to draw your urgent attention to the catastrophic humanitarian crisis unfolding in Sudan.

After more than two years of brutal conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), civilians are facing starvation, mass displacement, disease outbreaks, and widespread violence.

Over 30 million people now require humanitarian assistance, and Sudan has become the world’s largest displacement crisis, with more than 11 million people internally displaced and millions more forced to flee across borders.

The situation is deteriorating rapidly. According to UN reports, famine is already present in multiple regions, including displacement camps in Darfur and Kordofan. Millions are at risk of starvation as food, water, and medical supplies become increasingly inaccessible due to ongoing fighting and restrictions on humanitarian access. At the same time, outbreaks of cholera, measles, and other preventable diseases are spreading as Sudan’s health system collapses.

Humanitarian agencies are struggling to reach those in need. Aid convoys have been blocked, staff attacked, and key access routes disrupted. The United Nations has warned that without immediate and sustained humanitarian access, hundreds of thousands of lives are at risk. Under international humanitarian law, including the Geneva Conventions, the obstruction of aid and the targeting of civilians are unacceptable.

As a supporter of The Borgen Project, I urge you to take the following actions:

• Advocate for increased Australian humanitarian assistance to Sudan through the federal budget and emergency response mechanisms
• Support Australia’s diplomatic engagement in calling for an immediate and sustained ceasefire
• Raise this issue in Parliament and relevant discussions to ensure continued attention and action

Australia has a strong tradition of humanitarian engagement and plays an important role in supporting global stability and responding to crises. At this critical moment, continued leadership is essential to help save lives and alleviate suffering.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and I look forward to your response.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Postcode]