Events - February 2012
Upcoming Events
Building Bridges: Reconciliation through Understanding
Enrol in a free course for those interested in meeting and learning from prominent Aboriginal guest speakers at an informal gathering.
- When:
- Wednesday August 10 2011 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Jubilee Room - Parramatta Town Hall, 182 Church Street, Parramatta, NSW, 2150
- Contact:
- Phil
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Refugee Campaign - the Overboard Seminars are back
Hear the latest update on legal aspects of the refugee issue, and the situation regarding child detainees.
- When:
- Saturday February 18 2012 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- nswrefugeeteam@amnesty.org.au
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2012 Annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade - get involved!
Pride march, Latvia, 2011. © AI
This is your opportunity to march with Amnesty International Australia's float in the annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.
- When:
- Saturday March 03 2012 4:30 PM - 12:00 AM
- Where:
- TBC, Wentworth Ave, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- Contact:
- nswlgbtqinetwork@amnesty.org.au
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Celebrate International Women’s Day with Amnesty International
Join the The Amnesty International Australia Newtown Group for a screening of the film Cairo 678 as part of International Women’s Day 2012.
- Action Group:
- Newtown
- When:
- Thursday March 08 2012 6:29 PM - 8:59 PM
- Where:
- Dendy Cinemas Newtown, 261 King St, Newtown, NSW, 2042
- Cost:
- $10.00
- Contact:
- newtown @amnesty.org.au
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Past Events
Write for Rights
Join Manly action group in their letter writing event in support of Amnesty International's individuals at risk
- Action Group:
- Manly
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Steyne Hotel, 75 The Corso, Manly, NSW, 2095
- Contact:
- ai_in_manly@hotmail.com
Marriage Equality Rally
Join Amnesty International as we converge outside the ALP National Conference to call upon the Government to provide marriage equality for consenting adults.
- When:
- Saturday December 03 2011 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Hyde Park North at Archibald Fountain, Sydney, NSW
- Contact:
- caahsydney@gmail.com
Opening Night of Queen Street Studio Refugee Exhibition
Join us for a unique exhibition exploring the lifes of asylum seekers and refugees
- When:
- Thursday August 11 2011 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Queen Street Studio, 10–14 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- nswccintern@amnesty.org.au
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Public screening of ‘Our Generation’ this weekend
Awarded the 'Best Campaign Film' prize at London International Documentary Festival 2011
Our Generation is a fresh and unflinching look at unresolved issues, driven by the Yolngu people of Northeast Arnhem Land. Jeff McMullen (former ABC Foreign Correspondent), will introduce the film and host a Q&A session
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Sunday July 24 2011 4:59 PM - 7:29 PM
- Where:
- Avalon Baptist Church, 2 George Street, Avalon, NSW, 2107
- Contact:
- kath_moody@hotmail.com
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Eora College Art Exhibition - Opening Night
Eora College Exhibition at Boomali Gallery
Join us for a unique exhibition exploring the right to housing by Eora College artists.
- Action Group:
- Demand Dignity
- When:
- Tuesday June 21 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Boomalli Art Gallery, Flood St, Leichardt, NSW
- Contact:
- Ken Welsh
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Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Get the rights skills and facts to join the conversation this month.
- When:
- Tuesday June 14 2011 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Durty Nelly's, 9-11 Glenmore Road, Paddington, NSW, 2021
- RSVP:
- 13th June 2011
- Contact:
- nswcampaigns@amnesty.org.au
Be a lifesaver - protect refugees
Our politicians are trampling on Australia’s history of helping refugees fleeing war and persecution. Be part of our giant human life ring at Bondi Beach on Saturday 8 May and show our politicians that Australians are more concerned with saving lives than political point-scoring.
- When:
- Saturday May 08 2010 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach, NSW, 2026
- Contact:
- nswcampaigns@amnesty.org.au
10 Tactics Sydney Screening
© Tactical Tech
How do you use information and digital technology to help create human rights change? We're hosting the Sydney screening of '10 tactics for turning information into action' to help equip human rights advocates and discuss how to use new technology in activism.
- Action Group:
- NSW Web Team
- When:
- Thursday December 10 2009 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Australia, Level 1, 79 Myrtle Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- RSVP:
- 1st December 2009
- Contact:
- James Fehon
Homebake and Human Rights
Signing rights, Homebake 2008
In between beats and breaks, why not come and visit the Amnesty International stall and catch up on some human rights?
- Action Group:
- Outreach Team
- When:
- Saturday December 05 2009 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- The Domain, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney, NSW
Refugee Welcome Rally this Sunday!
© AAP Image/Adam Gartrell
Join us at this public rally to welcome refugees and campaign for their human rights.
- Action Group:
- NSW Refugee Network
- When:
- Sunday November 29 2009 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Town Hall, marching to Belmore Park (opposite Central Station), Sydney CBD, NSW
- Contact:
- Ian Rintoul
Corporate Social Responsibility Seminar
Irene Khan, Secretary-General of Amnesty International
Gain a unique perspective on corporate social responsibility with Sarah Marland, Amnesty International Australia Campaign Coordinator for Human Rights and Poverty; with Professor David Kinley, Chair in Human Rights Law at University of Sydney
- Action Group:
- Business Network
- When:
- Wednesday November 11 2009 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, 280 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Rally to Welcome Refugees
© AAP Image/Adam Gartrell
Say no to Rudd’s Indonesian Solution! Let them land, let them stay!
- Action Group:
- NSW Refugee Network
- When:
- Monday November 02 2009 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- Where:
- Immigration Department, Lee St, Railway Square, NSW
Aung San Suu Kyi - Stand for Freedom
Join us on the steps of the Sydney Opera House to Stand for Freedom and Solidarity for Burma's Aung San Suu Kyi. "We stand beside you, behind you, in front of you, and through hardship we will carry you in our hearts and minds."
- When:
- Tuesday October 27 2009 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
- Where:
- 2 Macquarie St, The Forecourt, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- RSVP:
- 27th October 2009
- Contact:
- Janelle Saffin
NSW Activists Catch-up
Activists, action group members and convenors are invited to our next quarterly NSW Action Groups Catch-Up.
- When:
- Wednesday October 07 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
- RSVP:
- 30th September 2009
Slavery and Human Trafficking in the Contemporary World: Australian Perspectives
A public seminar on human trafficking in Australia
- When:
- Wednesday September 09 2009 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- DLA Phillips Fox, 201 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW
- RSVP:
- 7th September 2009
- Contact:
- NSW Legal Network
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Have your say in our Strengthening Democracy consultations: How should Amnesty look in the future?
Come to the NSW Action Centre at 6pm on Thursday 27 August to hear about the options that the Governance Committee have developed, and put forward your views on what Amnesty should look like in the future.
- When:
- Thursday August 27 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
- Contact:
- NSW Branch Committee
Meet ‘Comfort Woman’ survivor Gil Won Ok in Sydney
Join Gil Won Ok at this public lecture and hear her speak out about her incredible journey from war crimes victim to international women’s human rights campaigner
- When:
- Friday August 14 2009 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Building 2, Lecture Room 411, University of Technology, Sydney, NSW
- Contact:
- Anna Song: 0412 339 222
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Justice for Comfort Women at Customs House
Come and join us for the final NSW event for the 'Justice for Comfort Women' campaign before the campaign heads off to Canberra to be presented to Kevin Rudd. There will be a photo exhibition as well as a live art exhibition..
- When:
- Thursday August 13 2009 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- 31 Alfred Street, Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- Contact:
- NSW Campaigns
TODAY at 5pm: Candlelight vigil for Aung San Suu Kyi
Show your support for Aung San Suu Kyi who was sentenced today to an extension of her already 13 year long illegal detention.
- When:
- Wednesday August 12 2009 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
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Boundless Plains to Share?
Hear the impressive line up of speakers and take part in a discussion about current views towards refugees in Australia. This speakers forum forms part of Refugee Week activities organised by Amnesty International across the country. Places are limited, booking is required. Please RSVP to nswrefugeeteam@amnesty.org.au.
- Action Group:
- NSW Refugee Network
- When:
- Tuesday June 16 2009 6:29 PM - 8:29 PM
- Where:
- Sydney University, Eastern Ave, Lecture Theatre T101, Building F10, New Law School, Camperdown, NSW
Tiananmen Square crackdown: 20th anniversary
Peaceful protesters gathered in the Tiananmen Square © Hei Han Kiang 1989
Amnesty International NSW is attending various events organised by the Chinese Community in the New South Wales region.
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
- Where:
- various venues, NSW
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UNSW Forum: Does Australia Need a Human Rights Act?
An open community forum on the National Human Rights Consultation hosted by Amnesty International UNSW. Inform your opinion on this important matter.
- Action Group:
- University of NSW
- When:
- Monday June 01 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Law Theatre G04, UNSW, Kensington, NSW
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NSW Region Demand Dignity Campaign Launch
Evicted families in temporary shelter, Cambodia, 2008
Amnesty International is launching a new campaign this year - Demand Dignity - to end the human rights abuses that drive and deepen poverty across the world.
- When:
- Thursday May 28 2009 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle Street, Chippendale, NSW
NSW Branch Annual General Meeting
We're encouraging all our members and supporters to attend this years NSW Branch Annual General Meeting (BAGM), share ideas and experiences, find out what's been happening and what's in store …
- When:
- Sunday May 17 2009 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Steelers Club, Corner Burelli and Harbour streets, Wollongong, NSW
- RSVP:
- 14th May 2009
- Contact:
- Helen Juillerat
Anti-Death Penalty Network Meeting
Help us to create a fresh start to our anti-death penalty campaign in NSW
- Action Group:
- Anti-Death Penalty Network
- When:
- Thursday April 02 2009 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1/79 Myrtle Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- Dorottya Atol
TAP Gallery presents the 12th annual Freedom Art Prize.
An exhibition at TAP Gallery showcasing emerging artists and their personal interpretation of freedom
- When:
- Wednesday January 21 2009 10:00 AM - Sunday February 01 2009 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Tap Gallery, Level 1, 278 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
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‘Get Active’ evening
Want to know more about volunteering or getting more involved with Amnesty International? Then we'd love you to come along to the next 'Get Active' evening! This event is also a great opportunity for new members.
- When:
- Monday February 06 2012 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- nswaia@amnesty.org.au
Amnesty International Stall at the 2012 Dapto Showground Markets
Amnesty International will have a presence at the Dapto Showground Markets throughout 2012 weekends.
- Action Group:
- Wollongong
- When:
- Sunday January 29 2012 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Dapto Showground, Princess Highway, Dapto, NSW
- Contact:
- bryceson@internode.on.net
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Community Celebration at Gosford
Join the Central Coast action group at the Gosford waterfront stall to promote community involvement.
- Action Group:
- Central Coast
- When:
- Thursday January 26 2012 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Waterfront, Gosford, NSW
- Contact:
- amnesty.centralcoast@gmail.com
Opening Night: Manuwangku Under the Nuclear Cloud
Come support the launch of this important photographic narrative of the proposed nuclear waste site in the NT
- When:
- Tuesday January 17 2012 6:29 PM - 8:59 PM
- Where:
- Pine Street Gallery, 64 Pine St, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- RSVP:
- 13th January 2012
- Contact:
- Natalie Wasley Ph:0429 900 774 or natwasley@gmail.com
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‘Summertime’ Concert in Avalon
A Loosely Woven performer
Enjoy a free concert performed by 'Loosely Woven' and support Amnesty International's current campaigns.
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Sunday December 11 2011 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Avalon Baptist Church, 2 George Street, Avalon, NSW
- Contact:
- kath_moody@hotmail.com
Our Generation at the Chauvel
Another screening of this must-see documentary to coincide with Amnesty International's Homelands Report
- Action Group:
- Eastern Suburbs
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- The Chauvel Cinema, Paddington Town Hall, Cnr Oxford St & Oatley Rd, Paddington, NSW, 2021
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- aia.esgroup@gmail.com
Sutherland Shire Community Picnic
YCommunity Picnic Poster
Join us for a picnic to welcome and engage refugee and migrant families within the St George & Sutherland Shire area
- Action Group:
- Sutherland Shire
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Karimbla Reserve, Karimbla Rd, Miranda, NSW
- Contact:
- amnesty.sutherlandshire@gmail.com
Human Rights Day Picnic
Join Newcastle action group in their celebration of the anniversary of the United Declaration of Human Rights.
- Action Group:
- Newcastle
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Newcastle Foreshore, Newcastle, NSW
- Contact:
- newcastleamnesty@hotmail.com
Youth Freedom Walk 2011
Youth for Human Rights Australia is planning a Freedom Walk to celebrate International Human Rights Day. Register now.
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney, NSW
- Contact:
- Kelly 0418530493
Women Activists & Peacemakers panel discussion
Join us in Glebe for a special night celebrating the female activists from across the globe campaigning for women's rights.
- Action Group:
- NSW Women’s Network
- When:
- Thursday December 08 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Benledi House, 186 Glebe Point Road, Glebe, NSW, 2037
- Contact:
- nswwomensnetwork@amnesty.org.au
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Balmain screening of “Our Generation” with ANTaR
Jacqui Phillips, National Director of ANTaR (Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation) will host a Q & A on the latest extension of Intervention measures
- When:
- Tuesday December 06 2011 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Balmain Uniting Church, 344 Darling Street, Balmain, NSW, 2041
- Contact:
- Bob
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Amnesty stall at Mona Vale Christmas Markets
Visit the Amnesty International stall at the Mona Vale markets and support some our latest campaigns.
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Sunday December 04 2011 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM
- Where:
- Village Park, Mona Vale, NSW
- Contact:
- gerdhollander@gmail.com
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Benevolent Asylum: ‘A Long History of Madness’ Screening and Discussion
ARTSPACE invite you to attend the presentation of 'A Long History of Madness' followed by an informing discussion.
- When:
- Wednesday November 30 2011 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- 43-51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo, NSW, 2011
- Contact:
- artspace@artspace.org.au
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Amnesty stall at Armidale Markets in the Mall
Look out for the Armidale/UNE Action Group's stall at the Armidale Markets in the Mall.
- Action Group:
- Armidale/UNE
- When:
- Sunday November 27 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Armidale Mall, Beardy St, Armidale, NSW
- Contact:
- Chris Cull
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Law, Governance and Social Justice Series: Public Lecture
Social Justice Project invite you to hear Gareth Evans AO QC talk about Law, Justice and Mass Atrocity Crimes
- When:
- Wednesday November 23 2011 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- SMC Conference and Function Centre, 66 Goulburn St (cnr with Castlereagh St), Sydney, NSW, 2000
- RSVP:
- 21st November 2011
- Contact:
- sjp@unsw.edu.au
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Manly Markets Stall
Drop by the Amnesty stall and lend your support to the 16 Days campaign against gender violence
- Action Group:
- Manly
- When:
- Saturday November 19 2011 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- Where:
- Manly Village School, 6 Darley Road, Manly, NSW, 2095
- Contact:
- Kim Mobbs & Gill Lister
NGO Roundtable Discussion
Anti-Slavery Australia invite you to an NGO Roundtable with Ms Joy Ngozi Ezeilo, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Trafficking in Persons, especially women and children
- When:
- Friday November 18 2011 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 3, 645 Harris St (Corner Mary Ann St), Ultimo, NSW
- RSVP:
- 10th November 2011
- Contact:
- antislavery@uts.edu.au.
Day of the Imprisoned Writer in Sydney
International PEN Sydney Centre would like to guests to this annual commemoration
- When:
- Tuesday November 15 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Lecture Room 4G, Blake Library, University of Technology Sydney, Corner Quay Street & Ultimo Road, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
- RSVP:
- 8th November 2011
- Contact:
- sydney@pen.org.au
Our Generation Film Screening in the Blue Mountains
© April Pyle/AI
Springwood/Blaxland group invites you to a screening of Our Generation
- Action Group:
- Springwood/Blaxland
- When:
- Sunday November 13 2011 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Mid Mountains Community Centre, 9 New St, Lawson, NSW, 2783
- Contact:
- Marie McInnes: marie.mcinnes@sydney.edu.au
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Join the Newtown Action Group and the NSW Office at the Newtown Festival
AIA
Want to get more involved? Join Amnesty International Australia at the Newtown Festival this year. The Festival is an important event in the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre’s calendar with all monies raised by the Festival returned to the Centre to provide community support services to the local community.
- Action Group:
- Newtown
- When:
- Sunday November 13 2011 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- 1 Bedford Street, Newtown, NSW, 2042
- Contact:
- nswaia@amnesty.org.au
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‘Town Camps’ Art Exhibition at Tali Gallery
We are holding an exhibition of work from the Town Camps with the opening next Friday – there will be paintings from Tangentyere as well as the soft sculptures from Larapinti.
- When:
- Friday November 11 2011 11:00 AM - Friday November 18 2011 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Tali Gallery, 667 Darling St, Rozelle, NSW, 2039
- Contact:
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Maitland/Morpeth action group meeting
Want to take local action against human rights violations?
- Action Group:
- Maitland/Morpeth
- When:
- Friday November 11 2011 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
- Where:
- Organic Feast, Corner Lawes St and William St, East Maitland, NSW, 2323
- Contact:
- Anne Horadam
Our Generation Film Screening in Hurstville
Come join the Sutherland Shire Action Group for a screening of Our Generation
- Action Group:
- Sutherland Shire
- When:
- Tuesday November 08 2011 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- Hurstville Entertainment Centre, 16 Macmahon Street, Hurstville, NSW, 2220
- RSVP:
- 4th November 2011
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Amanda Atlee
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Pitt Street action group meeting
Pitt Street action group invites you to get passionate about human rights.
- Action Group:
- Pitt Street
- When:
- Tuesday November 08 2011 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Pitt Street Uniting Church, 264 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- Contact:
- Liz Watson
Avalon action group meeting
The Avalon action group welcomes all newcomers. We need your ideas, your energy and your help.
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Tuesday November 08 2011 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Avalon Baptist Church, 2 George Street, Avalon, NSW, 2107
- Contact:
- Gerd Hollander
Forest Amnesty Organic Markets Information Stall
Pop by the Amnesty stall at the organic markets in Frenchs Forest
- Action Group:
- Forest Group
- When:
- Sunday November 06 2011 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- French Forest Organic Markets, 35 Frenchs Forest Road East, Frenchs Forest, NSW, 2086
- Contact:
- Tim Ash
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Coffs Coast Action Group show their support for the CoastOut Festival
Come down and find out more about Amnesty International Australia's current campaigns for LGBTQI rights
- Action Group:
- Coffs Coast
- When:
- Friday October 28 2011 9:00 AM - Sunday October 30 2011 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW, 2450
- Contact:
- Jackie Lloyd
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You are invited to a special Q & A panel discussion on the state of Indigenous rights
Come along to a special "Our Generation" screening followed by a distinguished panel discussion on remote Indigenous communities
- When:
- Thursday October 27 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- NSW Teachers Federation Club Room, 22-33 Mary Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Joining the Dots
Southern Sydney Volunteer Expo 2011
Learn more about volunteering with Amnesty International and other organisations all in the one place.
- When:
- Thursday October 27 2011 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Hurstville Entertainment Centre, NSW
- Contact:
- vollink@stgcs.com.au
Spring Campaign Trivia Night
Young UN Women Sydney invite you to join their trivia night to raise funds to end violence against women
- When:
- Monday October 24 2011 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- City Hotel, Corner of King St & Kent St, Sydney , NSW, 2000
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- sydneyyouth@unwomen.org.au
Avalon screening of ‘Budrus’
Dr. Vacy Vlazna to host Q & A session @ screening of award-winning film about a successful non-violent protest movement in the Occupied Palestinian Territories
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Sunday October 23 2011 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Avalon Baptist Church, 2 George St, Avalon, NSW
- Contact:
- Kath Moody
Human Rights in Latin America event
Winner of the Camera Justitia Award at the 2011 Movies That Matter Festival
Macquarie Uni to host a special film screening and discussion on human rights in Latin America
- Action Group:
- Macquarie University
- When:
- Saturday October 22 2011 5:00 PM - 11:05 PM
- Where:
- 1 Balaclava Rd, Macquarie, NSW, 2109
- Contact:
- Jemma Stovell
‘Get Active’ day
Want to know more about volunteering or getting more involved with Amnesty International? Then we'd love you to come along to the next 'Get Active' day! This event is also a great opportunity for new members.
- When:
- Thursday October 20 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- nswaia@amnesty.org.au
UNSW ‘Our Generation’ screening
Another screening of this must-see documentary to coincide with Amnesty International's Homelands Report
- Action Group:
- University of NSW
- When:
- Thursday October 20 2011 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Room 389, Law Building, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW
- Contact:
- amnesty@unsw.edu.au
Central Coast Group - Our Generation Film Screening
Join the Central Coast Action Group for a screening of Our Generation
- Action Group:
- Central Coast
- When:
- Monday October 17 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, 69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach, NSW, 2251
- Cost:
- $10
- Contact:
- Avoca Beach Picture Theatre: (02) 4382 1777
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Refugee Storytelling Forum
Discussion on asylum seeker experience hosted by IPAN Productions
- When:
- Sunday October 16 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- New Theatre, 542 King Street, Newtown, NSW, 2042
- Contact:
- ipanproductions@gmail.com
Wollongong action group to celebrate Amnesty International’s 50th Anniversary this Saturday
Come along to Cringila Community Park to commemorate the legacy of the organisation
- Action Group:
- Wollongong
- When:
- Saturday October 15 2011 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Cringila Community Park, Lockwood St, Cringila, NSW, 2502
- Contact:
- Bronwyn Bryceson
Amnesty International present at Granny Smith Festival
Epping action group will represent Amnesty International again at one of Sydney's largest festivals
- When:
- Saturday October 15 2011 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Pioneer Ave, Eastwood, NSW, 2122
- Contact:
- ms_maggie_hughes@yahoo.com.au
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Manly action group meeting
Manly action group invites you to join an open dialogue on asylum seekers.
- When:
- Thursday October 13 2011 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM
- Where:
- contact Gill for details, NSW
- Contact:
- Gill Lister
Eastern Suburbs action group meeting
Eastern Suburbs action group invites you to join the debate on refugee rights.
- Action Group:
- Eastern Suburbs
- When:
- Tuesday October 11 2011 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Durty Nelly’s, 9–11 Glenmore Road, Paddington, NSW, 2021
- Contact:
- Dominique Estival
Forest Group action group meeting
Forest Group is having a letter writing session
- Action Group:
- Forest Group
- When:
- Monday October 10 2011 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- St Colomba’s Church Hall, corner of Warringah Road and Starkey Street, Forestville, NSW, 2087
- Contact:
- Tim Ash
Uni of Wollongong ‘Our Generation’ Screening
Screening of must-see documentary to coincide with Amnesty International's Homelands Report
- Action Group:
- University of Wollongong
- When:
- Monday October 10 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Uni Centre Building 11, University of Wollongong, Wollonong, NSW, 2522
- Contact:
- aisociety.uow@gmail.com
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Conversation Workshop: Let’s talk again about refugees
How to have an effective and informative conversation with friends and colleagues about asylum seekers.
- Action Group:
- Macquarie University
- When:
- Friday October 07 2011 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Room E7B200 Macquarie University, Balaclava Road, North Ryde, NSW
- Contact:
- Hina Khan
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NSW Women’s Network Meeting
Get more involved in women's human rights issues.
- Action Group:
- NSW Women’s Network
- When:
- Wednesday October 05 2011 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Action Centre, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
- Contact:
- Jillian Kempton
Epping action group meeting
Epping action group invites you to their action meeting
- Action Group:
- Epping
- When:
- Wednesday October 05 2011 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- TBA, Epping local area, NSW
- Contact:
- pliny@iprimus.com.au
NSW Demand Dignity Meeting- Guest speaker
Join the latest discussion about our campaign and listen to our special guest Barbara Shaw- delegate to UN forum on Indigenous Issues.
- Action Group:
- Newtown
- When:
- Tuesday October 04 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Action Centre, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
- Contact:
- nswdignity@amnesty.org.au
Sydney Opera House- Festival of Dangerous Ideas
Salil Shetty says that Western politicians should stop lecturing others about human rights
- When:
- Sunday October 02 2011 12:15 PM - 8:50 AM
- Where:
- Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW
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Redfern screening of Our Generation with an introduction by Jeff McMullen
The ground breaking new documentary on the NT Intervention and Aboriginal rights, Our Generation is having another screening.
- When:
- Thursday September 29 2011 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Redfern Community Centre, 53 hugo St, Refern, NSW, 2016
- Contact:
- frennie@tpg.com.au
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Exchange and Trade Art Exhibition
Daykundi, Afghanistan © Jomakhan Jafari
A photographic and calligraphic project crossing cultures and styles. Join us for the opening night!
- When:
- Wednesday September 21 2011 4:00 PM - Wednesday October 12 2011 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Mori Gallery, 168 Day Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- Contact:
- Daniel Kennedy
Close the Gap Debate- Is positive discrimination the only way to close the gap?
© Rusty Stewart 2010
Amnesty UNSW is hosting a debate that explores current Indigenous Rights issues
- Action Group:
- University of NSW
- When:
- Tuesday September 20 2011 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Drawing Room in the Roundhouse, Anzac Parade, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, 2052
- RSVP:
- 16th September 2011
- Contact:
- amnesty@unsw.edu.au
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Parramatta Pride Picnic (Amnesty Letter Signing Stall)
Pride March
The LGBTQI Network are hosting a letter writing stall at the Parramatta Pride Picnic to raise awareness about LGBTQI issues.
- Action Group:
- Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Network (NSW)
- When:
- Sunday September 18 2011 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Parramatta Park, O'Connell St, Parramatta, NSW, 2150
- Contact:
- Lizzi Price
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Blackmores Sydney Running Festival
Mos and Mo
Join Team Amnesty at this year's Blackmores Sydney Running Festival!! You will be joining a team of over 50 participants, including Mos & Mo from the first Amazing Race Australia. Every $ raised will go towards the continued fight to uphold human rights for all.
- When:
- Sunday September 18 2011 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Bradfield Park, Milsons Point, Sydney, NSW, 2061
- Contact:
- info@sydneyrunningfestival.org
Maitland/Morpeth Action Group to host campaign stall this weekend
Come down this weekend to Organic Feast to find out more about Amnesty's current campaigns
- Action Group:
- Maitland/Morpeth
- When:
- Saturday September 17 2011 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Organic Feast, 10-12 William Street, East Maitland, NSW, 2323
- Contact:
- Anne Horadam
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Manly Market Stall: Raising Death Penalty Awareness and Letter Signing
The Manly Action Group are holding a stall to raise awareness of the death penalty and to promote the 'world day against the death penalty' which is on the 10th of October.
- Action Group:
- Manly
- When:
- Saturday September 17 2011 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Manly Village Primary School, 6 Darly Road, Manly NSW 2095, Manly, NSW, 2095
- Contact:
- Gill Lister
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Community Discussions on the Central Coast this week
Noel Olive will lead discussions on the Australian Governement's consultation into recognising Aboriginal people in the Australian Constitution
- Action Group:
- Central Coast
- When:
- Friday September 16 2011 9:59 AM - Tuesday September 20 2011 2:59 PM
- Where:
- Woy Woy Library, Blackwall Road & Oval Ave, Woy Woy, NSW, 2256
- Contact:
- Steve Turner
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Women’s Network - Planning Meeting
Come help shape the future of the NSW Women's Network. We are seeking interest from activists in being involved and building a strong group of women and men who are passionate about women's rights, with the mind to potentially expand to more of a gender mainstream team.
- Action Group:
- NSW Women’s Network
- When:
- Tuesday September 13 2011 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- RSVP:
- 8th September 2011
- Contact:
- Jillian Kempton
Pitt Street Action Group Screening of OUR GENERATION
Our Generation Film
Pitt Street Action Group invites you to the screening of Our Generation.
- Action Group:
- Pitt Street
- When:
- Tuesday September 13 2011 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
- Where:
- 264 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW, Pitt Street Uniting Church, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- RSVP:
- 10th September 2011
- Contact:
- Liz Watson
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Unsafe Haven: Hazaras in Afghanistan
© Abdul Karim Hekmat
Please join us for the launch of a photographic exhibition focusing on the experience of Hazaras in Afghanistan
- When:
- Monday September 05 2011 10:58 AM - 2:58 PM
- Where:
- UTS Main Foyer, 15 Broadway, Sydney, NSW, 2007
- RSVP:
- 2nd September 2011
- Contact:
- nswaia@amnesty.org.au
Ethical Trade Expo 2011
Amnesty stall
The Central Coast Action Group Invites you to the 2nd annual Ethical Trade Expo 2011. Examine free trade and its impacts on poverty.
- Action Group:
- Central Coast
- When:
- Saturday September 03 2011 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- 349 The Entrance Road, Erina Communty Baptist Church, Erina, NSW, 2250
- Contact:
- Steve Turner
Book Launch : Walk With Us
Come celebrate the launch of the sequel to the highly regarded “This Is What We Said”
- When:
- Thursday September 01 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Gleebooks, 49 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe, NSW
- Contact:
- Gleebooks
Refugee Stories at Liverpool Library
© Richard Wainwright
Liverpool Library in collaboration with Amnesty International Australia are holding a refugee photographic exhibition that explores different refugee stories
- When:
- Friday August 26 2011 12:00 PM - Wednesday November 30 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Liverpool Library Exhibition Space, Liverpool, NSW, 2170
- Contact:
- Jemma Stovell
Boomalli Gallery - A Very Special Event
Come celebrate the transfer of the building into Boomalli's ownership
- When:
- Saturday August 20 2011 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Boomalli Gallery, 55-59 Flood St, Leichardt, NSW, 2040
- Contact:
- Bronwyn Bancroft
You’re invited to a special forum on advancing women’s rights
The Optional Protocol was introduced in 2000 to provide an international remedy for violations of women’s rights
Join Sex Discrimination Commissioner Elizabeth Broderick to celebrate the official launch of a new guide on tools available for the protection and promotion of women’s human rights
- When:
- Friday August 19 2011 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Australian Human Rights Commission, Level 3, 175 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- RSVP:
- 15th August 2011
- Contact:
- Jennifer Whyte
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New play explores the political landscape within contemporary Burma
Burmese Buddhist monks protest in the streets near the Shwedagon pagoda in Yangon against the country's military regime
A Quiet Night in Rangoon by Katie Pollock premiers on Thursday 18 August
- When:
- Thursday August 18 2011 8:00 PM - Saturday September 10 2011 10:00 PM
- Where:
- New Theatre, 542 King Street, Newtown, NSW, 2042
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Mobilising Communities and Citizens
Hear how citizens and communities in Sydney are working together to create change- Keynote speaker Lord Mayor Clover Mooore
- When:
- Tuesday August 16 2011 6:29 PM - 7:59 PM
- Where:
- City Recital Hall, Angel Place (North of Martin Place between George St and Pitt St), Sydney, NSW, 2000
Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Join us for special training at Queen St Studios for the last night of the 'Refugee Stories' Exhibition!
- When:
- Tuesday August 16 2011 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Queen St Studios, 10–14 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- RSVP:
- 15th August 2011
- Contact:
- nswcampaigns@amnesty.org.au
Avalon action group invites you on a musical odyssey
Local group "Loosely Woven" will perform live in concert to help raise funds for Amnesty International Australia
- Action Group:
- Avalon
- When:
- Sunday August 14 2011 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Avalon Baptist Church, 2 George Street, Avalon, NSW, 2107
- Contact:
- Kath Moody
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Special screening of ‘Our Generation’ in Manly
Awarded the 'Best Campaign Film' prize at London International Documentary Festival 2011
Proceeds raised at the screening to be donated to Ian Thorpe's Fountain for Youth, supporting education in remote Aboriginal communities
- Action Group:
- Manly
- When:
- Wednesday August 10 2011 8:15 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Manly Cinemas (opposite Manly wharf), 25/43-45 East Esplanade, Manly, NSW, 2095
- Cost:
- $10
- Contact:
- Gill or Jim
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Building Bridges: Reconciliation through Understanding
Enrol in a free course for those interested in meeting and learning from prominent Aboriginal guest speakers at an informal gathering.
- When:
- Wednesday August 10 2011 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Jubilee Room - Parramatta Town Hall, 182 Church Street, Parramatta, NSW, 2150
- Contact:
- Phil
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Our Generation Film Screening
Join Sutherland Shire Citizens for Native Title & Reconciliation for a screening of Our Generation
- Action Group:
- Sutherland Shire
- When:
- Tuesday August 09 2011 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Hazlehurst Regional Gallery, 782 The Kingsway, Gymea, NSW, 2227
- Contact:
- Peter
NSW Amnesty Vision Consultation
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Help shape the future of the Amnesty movement
We invite you to help set our human rights plans and priorities for 2012–2014.
- When:
- Monday August 08 2011 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Action Centre, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
- Contact:
- gabe.kavanagh@amnesty.org.au.
Coffs Coast action group meeting
Join us and other groups defend human rights in Coffs Coast
- When:
- Saturday August 06 2011 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- TBA, NSW
Belong - Bangarra Dance Theatre
Rekindling Indigenous culture, internationally acclaimed Bangarra Dance Theatre has created an original and breathtaking theatrical experience - Belong.
- When:
- Friday August 05 2011 8:00 PM - Saturday August 20 2011 9:40 PM
- Where:
- Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, NSW, 2000
- Cost:
- $65
LGBTQ Network Meeting
Our LGBTQ network regular meeting. All members welcome.
- Action Group:
- Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Network (NSW)
- When:
- Wednesday August 03 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- NSW Action Centre, 1/79 Myrtle Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2007
- Contact:
- Greg Murrie
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