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Events - June 2009

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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

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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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‘The silent scream of Iran’ candlelight vigil at Sydney Town Hall

Iranian protesters hold a silent candlelight vigil for those killed in Tehran.

On Sunday 28 June join Sydney's Iranian community in a candlelight vigil on Town Hall steps to remember those that have died fighting for freedom in Iran.

When:: Sunday June 28 2009 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where:: Sydney Town Hall, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Contact:: Sarah

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Volunteer Information Session June 2009

Amnesty International Australia relies on the work of volunteers to help defend human rights internationally. Come along to our Volunteer Information Session to find out how you can help.

When:: Wednesday June 24 2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where:: NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW
Contact:: Deb Taylor

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Wanted: Demand Dignity Action Group members

Come along to the first meeting of the Demand Dignity Action Group and join the discussion around poverty and human rights. Find out how you can make a difference.

When:: Thursday June 18 2009 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where:: NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW

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Speakers Network Meeting

The meeting of the Speakers Network has been rescheduled for 17 June. Come along and help restart the Network.

Action Group:: Speakers Network
When:: Wednesday June 17 2009 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where:: NSW Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale, NSW

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Letter Writing at Nosh Cafe

A letter-writing morning - get to know some of your Wollongong Action Group members and help fight for freedom and justice

Action Group:: Wollongong
When:: Saturday June 06 2009 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:: Nosh Cafe, Crown Central, Wollongong, NSW, 2500

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Write for Rights! Human Rights

Women's Legal Services invites community, health and welfare professionals working in the area of family violence to a free workshop on how to have your say about the human rights of women experiencing domestic/family violence.