Late last year the Federal Parliament passed a motion calling on MPs to consult with their constituents about whether Australia should allow same-sex couples to marry. It is vital we show politicians that there is a large number of mothers who support this important reform. For more about marriage equality in Australia, please visit the Australian Marriage Equality website. If you are not a mum and would like to say "I Do" to marriage equality click here
"It is time for our politicians to respect the wishes of the majority of Australians and legislate to include same sex couples under the marriage act. We pay our taxes, raise our children, love each other and want the right to have the same choice of commitment under the law as heterosexual couples. Apartheid ended in South Africa years ago, let's end it in Australia."
Prof. Kerryn Phelps and Jackie Stricker-Phelps, married and proud mums
"Love really does know no gender. It discriminates against no one. I don't have gay friends and normal friends, I have friends. I don't want gay marriage and straight marriage, I want marriage. For all of us. Now that's what I call equal"
Mia Freedman, Mum, Author, Sky News presenter
"As a mum, I want what's best for my children. My gay son should be able to marry, just like my straight son. It's about equality. It's about family. This Mothers' Day join me in sending a message to Canberra that all our children are precious and deserve the same rights."
Shelley Argent, Mum, National Spokesperson Parents and Friends of Gays and Lesbians, Senior Queenslander of the Year