Stop Violence Against Women barbeque in Kalinga Park, Brisbane. © Katrin Koenning

Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people campaigning to protect human rights. Our impact on human rights is only made possible by the hard work and energy of our passionate volunteers and supporters. Amnesty International in QLD/NNSW encourages people to get involved with defending and protecting human rights in their local area.

In QLD and Northern NSW 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, volunteer at events or help us out at the Action Centre, there are many ways in which you can help us defend human rights at Amnesty International.

Demand Dignity

Amnesty International recently launched the Demand Dignity campaign to stop the human rights abuses that perpetuate poverty. Find out more about the campaign, including how to take action.

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Latest edition of the Australian PhotoJournalist, Picturing Human Rights, on sale now

• Published on 2/06/2009

Picturing Human Rights is a 272-page full-colour book compiled in response to the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The editorial board sought to evaluate the success of this declaration for all human beings regardless of race, religion, gender, age and ethnicity, and to expose the stories of those who have fallen through the cracks of this most noble vision.

Defend human rights - become an Amnesty International volunteer

• Published on 14/05/2009

Amnesty International counts on people just like you to donate their time and expertise to promote its mission of human rights for everyone.

May 2009 QLD/NNSW Newsletter

• Published on 2/05/2009

Download the newsletter for urgent actions, an events calendar, action group reports and more.

Become a fan on Facebook

• Published on 16/04/2009

Connect with Amnesty International QLD/NNSW on Facebook and help spread our message.

We’re on LinkedIn

• Published on 16/04/2009

Join our new LinkedIn group to promote human rights in the corporate world.