New South Wales
Amnesty International in New South Wales encourages people to get involved with defending and protecting human rights in their local area.
In New South Wales there are thousands of supporters working in different ways to defend human rights. Whether you want to join one of our action groups or networks, come along to an event or volunteer at the NSW Action Centre, you can get involved and help us defend human rights.
Featured Events
‘Get Active’ evening
Want to know more about volunteering for Amnesty International? Then why not come along to the next 'Get Active' evening?
- When:
- Wednesday March 17 2010 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
Coffs Harbour Multicultural Harmony Day Festival 2010
The Harmony Day Festival is a (free) celebration of multicultural diversity with food, music, and performances. Look out for our Amnesty stall.
- When:
- Sunday March 21 2010 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Coffs Harbour Regional Botanic Garden, Hardacre St, Coffs Harbour, NSW
Get the full details for Coffs Harbour Multicultural Harmony Day Festival 2010
Recent News

NSW Demand Dignity Stall, Marrickville
Demand Dignity Stall Urges Shell to Clean Up its Act
On 21 February, the NSW Demand Dignity Network held a stall at Marrickville Markets to raise awareness of and support for human rights issues in the Niger Delta.
Team Amnesty at the 2010 Chinese New Year Dragon Boat Festival © Astrid Ottaway
Team Amnesty Dragon Boat Crew A Roaring Success
Team Amnesty took to the water for the 2010 Chinese New Year Dragon Boat Festival and between races garnered signatures and discussed human rights with members of the public.
Launch of AI's campaign against maternal mortality,Sierra Leone, 2009 © AI
International Women’s Day 2010
International Women's Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of women and Amnesty International will be showcasing an exhibition of photographs taken by women around the world.
Iran Solidarity Vigil, June 2009 © James Fehon
Iranian Revolution: update
Thirty-one years ago the Islamic Revolution in Iran transformed Iran into a theocratic state. The anniversary of the Revolution was marked by peaceful protests against the Iranian government's human rights violations of anti-government protesters. Peaceful solidarity events were also held in Canberra and Sydney.
Join a local action group in your suburb, school or interest area
From their homes, offices and school our activists are a potent force in human rights — Imagine what we can do when we meet up and work together!
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The NSW Action Centre
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Phone: (02) 8396 7670
Fax: (02) 8396 7677
Email: nswaia@amnesty.org.au
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