A feature-length review of the Northern Territory Emergency Response from a human rights perspective.

To celebrate Amnesty International's work over the past 50 years, Australia Post will be issuing a limited edition postage stamp on 5 July 2011 featuring our iconic candle logo. Remember to buy some and support our campaign for the recognition, respect and protection of human rights throughout the world.

We are very excited to be rolling out a new initiative in Action Group support. The Fieldwork Program aims to support our grassroots movement with a team of volunteers located in various regions across Australia working one-on-one with our Action Groups to grow our contribution towards achieving human rights impact. If you have 10-15 hours a month spare to volunteer with this national team, we welcome you to apply now!

Read about the latest results of our Urgent Action appeals.

Win one of a limited number of scholarships to attend Amnesty International Australia’s biggest ever Human Rights Conference. As part of our 50th anniversary, we will be hosting this three-day conference in Brisbane in October 2011. These scholarships are intended for anyone who may find the costs restrictive.

A priority call for all human rights defenders to write a letter urging Iranian authorities to immediately release Maryam Bahreman, a prisoner of conscience and member of Campaign for Equality.

AI announces the success of an Urgent Action campaign to protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.

AIA proudly announces this week the secured protection of four Individuals at Risk

A topical review of the award-winning film 'Welcome' in light of the proposed Malaysia refugee deal

The AI International Secretariat has announced the closing of the case file of Rita Mahato after a two-year campaign.