Events - February 2012
Upcoming Events
Asylum seekers and human rights public forum
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There are a lot of myths existing in our community about asylum seekers. We would like to invite you to a public forum to hear from local representatives on this topic. Speakers include Shayne Neumann MP, Ursula Monsiegneur (QLD Greens) and Amnesty International.
- When:
- Tuesday July 12 2011 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Supper Room, St. Paul's Anglican Church, 124 Brisbane St, Ipswich, QLD
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
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Eidfest 2011
Multi-award winning festival celebrating Muslim cultures and the end of Ramadan.
- When:
- Saturday September 03 2011 9:00 AM
- Where:
- Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, Logan Road, Mt Gravatt, QLD
Commemorative Event of the SIEV-X
Representatives of refugee communities will provide tributes, cultural performances and presentations to recognise the loss of refugee life.
- When:
- Monday September 19 2011 6:15 PM
- Where:
- The Studio, State Library of Queensland. Stanley Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- Romero Centre
We’re going to O Week!
We will be visiting several O Weeks at universities around South-East Queensland. If you're about to start at uni, or are returning for another year, come along to our information stalls and find out what Amnesty International has planned for 2012.
- When:
- Tuesday February 14 2012 10:00 AM - Tuesday February 28 2012 10:00 PM
- Where:
- University of Queensland, Griffith University (Nathan Campus), Queensland University of Technology (Kelvin Grove), University of the Sunshine Coast, James Cook University (Townsville), QLD
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
National Refugee Team video conference
The National Refugee Team is holding a video conference to discuss the current issues refugees face in Australia.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Saturday February 18 2012 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 17th February 2012
- Contact:
- Noémie Rigaud and Rebecca Devlin
TRIVIA NIGHT organised by the Brisbane City Group
Are you a bit of a trivia buff? Even if you're not, come along for a great fun night!
- When:
- Wednesday February 22 2012 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Where:
- The Irish Club, Elizabeth St, Brisbane City, QLD, 4000
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Geoffrey Grantham
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Team Amnesty takes on Overseas Charity Challenge
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Join us on an adventure of a lifetime, as Team Amnesty takes on the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.
- When:
- Sunday July 01 2012 10:34 AM
- Where:
- , QLD
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Past Events
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 King George Square and show our politicians that Australians are more concerned with saving lives than political point-scoring.
- When:
- Saturday May 08 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- King George Square, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- qldaia@amnesty.org.au
Samson and Delilah: Are we listening?
Explore ourselves, our country and our future with ANTaR QLD's discussion group.
- When:
- Tuesday September 15 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- State Library of Queensland, Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Bank, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- Mark
Vigil for Aung San Suu Kyi
We will be holding a vigil on Thursday 13 August from 4-6pm for Aung San Suu Kyi.
- When:
- Thursday August 13 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Post Office Square, Brisbane CBD, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Michael Hayworth, 07 3136 6400
Tiananmen Square 20th anniversary
Join Amnesty International in marking the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square protests
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane Square, opposite Treasury Casino, Queen Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
A fair go for Australians - A fair go for Queenslanders: Human rights at the crossroads
Most of us are unaware there are very few legal protections of our human rights in this country. Australia is the only western democracy without a national human rights act of bill of rights.
- When:
- Monday June 01 2009 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Just Rights Queensland
Demand Dignity campaign launch
Amnesty International is launching its Demand Dignity campaign to end the human rights abuses that drive and deepen poverty across the world.
- When:
- Thursday May 28 2009 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts, Level 4, 420 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 27th May 2009
- Contact:
- Action Centre
QLD/NNSW Branch Annual General Meeting
Branch Annual General Meeting focusing on: Indigenous rights and a Human Rights Act for Australia
- When:
- Saturday May 16 2009 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- The Wesley Research Institute, Level B2 Moorlands Wing, The Wesley Hospital, 451 Coronation Drive, Auchenflower, QLD, 4066
Activate ‘09: The Future of Human Rights
Interact with other students to discuss human rights issues, attend workshops, watch performances and more.
- Action Group:
- Schools Network (QLD/NNSW)
- When:
- Friday May 08 2009 8:29 AM - 3:59 PM
- Where:
- Ward Street, Indooroopilly, QLD, 4068
New volunteer information session
Would you like to volunteer with Amnesty International?
- When:
- Tuesday February 07 2012 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 3rd February 2012
- Contact:
- Tia Lancaster
Refugee Campaign briefing
Refugee Campaign update for all volunteers and activists.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Thursday February 02 2012 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- Contact:
- Noémie Rigaud/Rebecca Devlin
Don’t miss Roger Waters’ ‘The Wall Live’ tour
Roger Waters’ 2012 “The Wall Live’ tour kicks off in Brisbane this week, with the tour to provide support for Amnesty International’s campaigning on the Middle East and North Africa.
- When:
- Wednesday February 01 2012 6:00 PM - Saturday February 04 2012 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Boondul Entertainment Centre, QLD
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Amnesty International’s Rockhampton group is back
Amnesty International's relaunched Rockhampton Group is holding a BBQ to mark the organisation's 50th anniversary.
- Action Group:
- Rockhampton
- When:
- Sunday December 18 2011 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 42 Vestey Street, Lakes Creek, QLD, 4701
- RSVP:
- 12th December 2011
- Contact:
- Stephen Connor
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International Human Rights Day - Logan group launch
Join us to celebrate International Human Rights Day and learn how you can get involved in defending human rights in your local community.
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- ACCESS, Unit 7/2 Carmody St, Woodridge, QLD, 4114
- RSVP:
- 8th December 2011
- Contact:
- Reception
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ARTillery - MasterPEACE Exhibition ‘RISK’
This year Brisbane ARTillery will be hosting a masterPEACE exhibition showcasing local talent while defending the Human rights of women in Iran and prisoners of conscience. Opening night party Friday December 9th from 5pm till late. Get involved and help change the world.
- When:
- Friday December 09 2011 12:00 PM - Saturday December 10 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Jugglers Art Space, 103 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 9th December 2011
- Contact:
- Andy Scott
YES MADAM, SIR - Biopic of Nobel Peace Prize nominee Kiran Bedi
The multi-award winning and critically acclaimed YES MADAM, SIR opens in limited cinema release on December 8th at the Blueroom Cinebar, 151 Baroona Road, Rosalie, Brisbane, 4064.
- When:
- Thursday December 08 2011 6:00 PM - Tuesday November 08 2011 12:00 AM
- Where:
- Blueroom Cinebar, 151 Baroona Road, Rosalie, Brisbane, QLD, 4064
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Refugee Lantern Parade
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The Multicultural Development Association presents its annual Refugee Lantern Parade celebrating the positive contributions of refugees.
- When:
- Friday December 02 2011 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Cultural Forecourt, The Parklands, South Bank, Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- MDA
First Nation Pathways Conference
The conference provides the opportunity to discuss important national and international issues relating to First Nations Peoples, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and individuals.
- When:
- Monday November 28 2011 9:00 AM - Wednesday November 30 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- James Cook University, Townsville, QLD, 4878
- Contact:
- Associate Professor Gracelyn Smallwood; Phone: (07) 4781 4552
White Ribbon Day Events
Come and join us at our events to mark the beginning of 16 Days of Activism.
- When:
- Friday November 25 2011 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Logan Central Library, 26 Wilbur Street, Logan Central, QLD, 4114
2011 Human Rights and Governance Colloquium
The economic growth of states throughout Asia, South America and Africa is changing the dynamics of international negotiations, policy and commitments. It is not yet certain what other changes will take place as result of this growth and shift in global power.
- When:
- Thursday November 24 2011 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- QUT Gardens Point Campus, B Block, George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
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Homelands campaign training session
Help us tell the Government not to abandon the Homelands. Right now the government is stripping funds for essential services from traditional Aboriginal homelands. This will effectively force families into larger towns and cities like Alice Springs.
- When:
- Wednesday November 23 2011 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 21st November 2011
- Contact:
- Amnesty International Queensland/ Northern New South Wales
Lord Mayor’s Reception to celebrate 50th anniversary
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The Honourable Lord Mayor Graham Quirk is hosting a reception to celebrate Amnesty International’s 50th anniversary and acknowledge the hard work of our activists and supporters.
- When:
- Wednesday November 16 2011 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Lord Mayor Reception room, Level 13 Roy Harvey House, 157 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 15th November 2011
- Contact:
- Queensland/ Northern New South Wales Branch Committee
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Conversation workshop: Let’s talk about refugees
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign, and be part of our strategy to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Wednesday November 09 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Multi-Faith Centre (N35) 1.05, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Road, Nathan, QLD, 4111
- RSVP:
- 9th November 2011
- Contact:
- Ali Hodgson
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Get involved with ARTillery
ARTillery Festival 2011 is coming to Brisbane from 9-11 December and we are looking for you to get involved.
- When:
- Monday November 07 2011 11:59 PM - Monday December 12 2011 2:47 PM
- Where:
- ARTillery festival, QLD
- RSVP:
- 1st November 2011
- Contact:
- ARTillery Brisbane
Violence Against Health Care Must End: It’s A Matter of Life & Death
Violence against health care workers, facilities and beneficiaries during armed conflict and violent upheavals is one of the major humanitarian challenges in the world today.
- When:
- Thursday November 03 2011 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- University of Queensland School of Population Health, Mayne Medical School, ES Meyers Lecture Theatre, Second Floor, Herston Road, Herston., Brisbane, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 27th October 2011
- Contact:
- Alison Manley
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An Afternoon with Eminent U.S Peace Activist Kathy Kelly
Pace e Bene Australia together with Women's International League for Peace and Freedom invite you to an afternoon tea and conversation
- When:
- Sunday October 30 2011 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- United Church Hall, 111 Vulture St (Corner of Sussex St), West End. (Enter and park on Sussex St), Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- RSVP:
- 21st October 2011
- Cost:
- $15.00
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October 2011 Volunteer Training Day
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Amnesty International relies on the work of volunteers to help defend human rights internationally - come along and learn how you can make a difference.
- When:
- Friday October 21 2011 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 17th October 2011
- Contact:
- Tia Lancaster
Homelands Campaign training session and first action group meeting
Help us tell the government not to abandon the Homelands. Right now the government is stripping funds for essential services from traditional Aboriginal homelands. This will effectively force families into larger towns and cities like Alice Springs.
- When:
- Wednesday October 19 2011 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane Action Centre, 1/354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 23rd September 2011
- Contact:
- Amnesty International Queensland/ Northern New South Wales
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Half-day Symposium- ‘listening to the quietest voices’- Centre for Communication and Social Change
To celebrate the 2011 Communication for Social Change Awards, the Centre for Communication and Social Change, School of Journalism and Communication and The University of Queensland will hold a free half-day symposium
- When:
- Wednesday October 19 2011 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Cromwell College, Walcott Street, St Lucia., Brisbane., QLD, 4067
Rally to Commemorate SIEV-X
A rally to commemorate the appalling tragedy of the mass drownings of the SIEV-X, 10 years ago.
- When:
- Saturday October 15 2011 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane Square (top of Queen Street Mall), Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Paul McKinnon
Kate Durham’s “SIEV-X…and Some were Saved”
Two exhibitions to commemorate those who died at sea seeking refuge in Australia.
- When:
- Saturday October 15 2011 10:00 AM - Wednesday October 26 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- The Studio, State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- Romero Centre
Conversation workshop: asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign and our strategy aimed to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- When:
- Wednesday October 12 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane Action Centre, Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 11th October 2011
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
October 2011 Volunteer Information Session
Interested in volunteering with Amnesty International?
- When:
- Monday October 10 2011 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 7th October 2011
- Contact:
- Tia Lancaster
‘Change the World’ Amnesty International 2011 Human Rights Conference
Celebrate 50 years of Amnesty International at the Human Rights Conference in Brisbane this October.
- When:
- Thursday October 06 2011 9:00 AM - Saturday October 08 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Royal on The Park Hotel, Corner of Albert and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
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Human rights and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in Queensland Conference
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The conference on Indigenous Peoples rights in Queensland is on next week!
- When:
- Wednesday October 05 2011 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House, Cnr Alice and George Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Reception
Making the most of the media - media training workshop
Join us for this exciting workshop and learn how to utililse the media to achieve human rights goals.
- When:
- Friday September 30 2011 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 29th September 2011
- Contact:
- qldaia@amnesty.org.au
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Party to Celebrate Amnesty International’s 50th Anniversary
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The members of the Amnesty International Chermside Group hope you can join us to celebrate this year being the 50th Anniversary of Amnesty International.
- Action Group:
- Chermside
- When:
- Saturday September 24 2011 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Chermside Bowls Club, 468 Rode Road, Chermside, QLD, 4032
- Contact:
- Diane Maresco-Pennisi
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ECCQ Women’s Ethnic Network (WEN) Forum
The Women's Ethnic Network invites you to attend a free leadership and capacity building forum.
- When:
- Saturday September 24 2011 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- Where:
- Kurilpa Hall, 174 Boundary Street, West End, QLD, 4101
- RSVP:
- 16th September 2011
- Contact:
- Laraine Brandon
Commemorative Event of the SIEV-X
Representatives of refugee communities will provide tributes, cultural performances and presentations to recognise the loss of refugee life.
- When:
- Monday September 19 2011 6:15 PM
- Where:
- The Studio, State Library of Queensland. Stanley Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- Romero Centre
Eidfest 2011
Multi-award winning festival celebrating Muslim cultures and the end of Ramadan.
- When:
- Saturday September 03 2011 9:00 AM
- Where:
- Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, Logan Road, Mt Gravatt, QLD
Giving Voice Through Social Documentary Photography Forum
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Museum of Brisbane is proud to present the Giving Voice Through Social Documentary Photography Forum. This public forum reveals the importance of this practice and how it becomes a powerful channel for the international examination of human rights and social justice.
- When:
- Saturday August 27 2011 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Central Lecture Theatre, Queensland College of Art, 226 Grey Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Cost:
- $Free
- Contact:
- Museum of Brisbane
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Twilight Walk - To celebrate the National Apology
On Saturday 13th August 2011, the people of Queensland’s Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities are invited to participate in a walk from Boundary Street in Spring Hill to Boundary Street West End.
- When:
- Saturday August 13 2011 3:00 PM - Saturday August 20 2011 5:22 PM
- Where:
- St James College, 201 Boundary Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Yvette Walker
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Twilight Walk
Celebrate the National Apology by joining a walk through Brisbane's CBD.
- When:
- Saturday August 13 2011 2:59 PM - 7:59 PM
- Where:
- St. James College, 201 Boundary Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Yvette Walker
Tears of Rain
Documentary highlighting the struggle for Human Rights by women in Nepali
- When:
- Thursday August 04 2011 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
- Where:
- Broncos Leagues Club, Fulcher Road, Red Hill, QLD
Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign and our strategy aimed to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Tuesday July 26 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Ipswich Library, 40 South Street, Corner East & South Streets, Ipswich, QLD, 4305
- RSVP:
- 25th July 2011
- Contact:
- qldaia@amnesty.org.au
Jetty to Jetty
Want to get fit and healthy while defending human rights at the same time?
- When:
- Sunday July 17 2011 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Woody Point, QLD
Activate 2011 Schools’ Conference: Indigenous Rights
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- When:
- Friday July 15 2011 9:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- State Library of Queensland, Stanley Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- RSVP:
- 14th July 2011
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
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Asylum seekers and human rights public forum
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There are a lot of myths existing in our community about asylum seekers. We would like to invite you to a public forum to hear from local representatives on this topic. Speakers include Shayne Neumann MP, Ursula Monsiegneur (QLD Greens) and Amnesty International.
- When:
- Tuesday July 12 2011 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Supper Room, St. Paul's Anglican Church, 124 Brisbane St, Ipswich, QLD
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
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National Annual General Meeting teleconference
All members and supports are invited to join this year's National Annual General Meeting by teleconference at the Brisbane Action Centre
- When:
- Saturday July 09 2011 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 1st July 2011
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
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Gold Coast Marathon
Want to get fit and healthy while defending human rights at the same time?
- When:
- Saturday July 02 2011 9:00 AM - Sunday July 03 2011 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Gold Coast, QLD
First Friday in Red and Yellow
Wear something red and/or yellow and join us to show your support for refugees.
- Action Group:
- Townsville
- When:
- Friday July 01 2011 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
- Where:
- Outside the office of Ewen Jones on the Cnr Ross River Rd and Nathan St, Cranbrook, QLD, 4814
World Refugee Day Community Festival 2011
Brisbane City Council in conjunction with Multicultural Development Association & Multicultural Affairs Qld present the 2011 World Refugee Day Community Festival
- When:
- Sunday June 26 2011 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Annerley Soccer Club Fields, Ridge & Juliette Streets, Annerley, QLD
Inter-faith Celebration of Human Rights
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Join representatives from the Brisbane Multi-Faith religious community and Amnesty International in Celebrating Human Rights.
- When:
- Wednesday June 22 2011 7:15 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- Griffith University Multi-Faith Centre, 170 Kesels Road, Nathan, QLD, 4111
- RSVP:
- 17th June 2011
- Contact:
- Griffith University multi faith centre
Refugee Week Film Festival
Romero Centre presents a diverse range of engaging short films from the Australian Refugee Film Festival committee including community and independent films from the UK, New Zealand, Kenya, Tibet, Afghanistan as well as local documentary, Burma to Brisbane.
- When:
- Sunday June 19 2011 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane, QLD
- Contact:
- Romero Centre
Footsteps from Burma to Brisbane, Refugee film festival screening
A documentary that explores the journey of six Karen former refugees from Burma who have resettled to Brisbane as permanent Australian residents has been named a finalist in the Australian Refugee Film Festival for 2011.
- When:
- Saturday June 18 2011 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- North-East Baptist Church, Chapel Street, Nundah, QLD
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Unforgettable Voices: Australia We are here!
Romero Centre invites you to the launch of Unforgettable Voices: Australia we are here! A collection of stories by Afghan and Iraqi families who have resettled in Queensland.
- When:
- Thursday June 16 2011 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Premiers Hall, Queensland Parliament House, Corner of Albert and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 6th June 2011
- Contact:
- Romero Centre
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Talk to Joseph Benedic, IS Researcher for Demand Dignity Domestic Workers Rights Campaign
You're invited to hear Josef Benedic discuss the campaign so far and where to from here for this campaign
- When:
- Thursday June 16 2011 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Dial-in details:
- To phone in dial 1800 333 803 and then enter the pin number: 423 064
Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign and our strategy aimed to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- When:
- Wednesday June 15 2011 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
Human Rights Arts and Film Festival 2011
The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival (www.hraff.org.au) is committed to bringing an abundance of remarkable human rights stories to audiences across Australia in order to advance and encourage education, debate and awareness of human rights issues amongst the broader community through creative media
- When:
- Friday June 03 2011 6:30 PM - Saturday June 04 2011 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Dendy Portside cinema, Hamilton, QLD
- Contact:
- Human Rights Arts and Film Festival
Red and Yellow for refugees in Townsville
Want to dress in red and yellow and talk about refugees? This is the perfect chance to do it!
- When:
- Friday June 03 2011 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Where:
- Corner of Nathan Street and Ross River Road, Aitkenvale, QLD, 4814
- Contact:
- Peter Hanley
Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign and our strategy aimed to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- When:
- Tuesday May 31 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Bond University (Building 6, Level 3, Room 29), Robina, QLD
- RSVP:
- 31st May 2011
Townsville Taste of Freedom Dinner
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Join the Townsville group for dinner to celebrate 50 years of Amnesty International.
- Action Group:
- Townsville
- When:
- Sunday May 29 2011 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 235 Flinders Street, Townsville, QLD
- Cost:
- $35
- Contact:
- Peter Hanley
Mercy Aboriginal Exhibition
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A photographic installation commemorating the relationship between the Brisbane Sisters of Mercy and the Aboriginal people and communities.
- When:
- Sunday May 29 2011 10:00 AM - Monday May 30 2011 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Bayview, 125 Queen's Road, Nudgee, QLD
AI50 Taste of Freedom Picnic
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Celebrate Amnesty International's 50th anniversary and show your continuing support for freedom, equality and human rights. Wayne Sanderson Queensland/Northern New South Wales National Executive Committee member invites you to join us for a picnic to toast the past and future achievements of Amnesty International Australia.
- When:
- Sunday May 29 2011 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Samford Road, Ironbark Gully Picnic Grounds, Ferny Grove, QLD, 4055
- RSVP:
- 25th May 2011
- Contact:
- Wayne Sanderson
Gold Coast group AI50 Taste of Freedom Cocktail evening
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Amnesty International Gold Coast Group is holding a cocktail evening to take part in the worldwide 'Taste of Freedom' event, to celebrate Amnesty International's 50th anniversary. The keynote speaker, Professor Mark Pearson, of Bond University and the Australian correspondent for Reporters without Borders will be discussing freedom of expression as it relates to journalists who may be imprisoned, tortured or killed for doing their work.
- When:
- Saturday May 28 2011 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Bond University Club, Bond University, Robina, QLD, 4226
- RSVP:
- 20th May 2011
- Cost:
- $35
- Contact:
- Danielle
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Taste of Freedom - University of Queensland
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Join the University of Queensland Chapter in Celebrating Amnesty's 50th Birthday and show our continuing support for Freedom, Equality and Human Rights.
- When:
- Friday May 27 2011 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Union Road, Pizza Cafe, Schonell Theatre, St Lucia, QLD, 4067
- RSVP:
- 20th May 2011
- Contact:
- Nadia O'Rielly
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Conversation workshop: Asylum seekers are used as political footballs. What can we do?
Love human rights? Then come to our conversation workshop, a public training session for our refugee campaign and our strategy aimed to change public attitudes towards refugees and asylum seekers.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Thursday May 26 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- The Romero Centre, 20 Dutton Street, DUTTON PARK, QLD, 4102
- RSVP:
- 25th May 2011
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
Domestic worker’s and reproductive rights dinner
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Join us to learn more about Demand Dignity campaign, Domestic Workers' Rights in Indonesia and enjoy a fantastic Indonesia banquet!
- Action Group:
- QLD/ N.NSW Women’s Network
- When:
- Saturday May 21 2011 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Makanan Restaurant, 59 Hardgrave Rd, West End, QLD, 4101
- RSVP:
- 18th May 2011
- Cost:
- $40.00
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
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Rally for Marriage Equality
To commerate International Day Against Homophobia, come along to the next Equal Love rally to challenge the ban on same sex marriage.
- When:
- Saturday May 21 2011 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Queens Park, cnr Elizabeth Street and George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
University of Queensland Bill of Rights Forum
Amnesty International University of Queensland Chapter presents, Human Rights in Legislation: The use and purpose of a Bill of Rights in Australia.
- When:
- Wednesday May 18 2011 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Queensland Parliament House, Cnr of George and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 12th May 2011
- Contact:
- Sam Hooshmand
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Queensland/ Northern New South Wales Branch Annual General Meeting
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The Queensland/ Northern New South Wales Branch Annual General Meeting (BAGM) on Saturday 14 May 2011is your chance to share your ideas and passion with Amnesty International Australia and our community of committed supporters.
- When:
- Saturday May 14 2011 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Kurilpa Hall, 174 Boundary Street, West End, Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- RSVP:
- 9th May 2011
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
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‘Molly and Mobarak’ - free film night
Molly and Mobarak takes you behind the headlines and debates to the town of Young in New South Wales, where Afghan refugees settle.
- Action Group:
- Queensland University Chapter
- When:
- Wednesday April 13 2011 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Schonell Theatre, University of Queensland, Union Complex, Union Road, St Lucia, QLD, 4072
- Contact:
- Jess Dowdell
The Refugee Journey
© Amnesty International
As part of a day of common action across Australia, Amnesty International Australia's Queensland/Northern New South Wales branch Refugee Group is asking the public to think again about refugees and asylum seekers.
- Action Group:
- Refugee and Asylum Network, QLD/NNSW
- When:
- Saturday March 26 2011 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
- Where:
- Reddacliff Place, (top of) Queen Street Mall, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Noémie Rigaud
Connect 4 Effect
The UQ Amnesty group and Oxfam host Connect 4 Effect. Come with us and have fun!
- Action Group:
- Queensland University Chapter
- When:
- Friday March 11 2011 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Heath Room, University of Queensland, Level 3 Union Complex, Union Drive, St Lucia, QLD, 4072
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Jess Dowdell
A night of trivia
Come along for a fun night of trivia and support Amnesty International.
- When:
- Wednesday March 09 2011 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- The Irish Club, 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 6th March 2011
- Contact:
- Geoffrey
Celebrate International Women’s Day with the Stitch by Stitch Exhibition
'Joining hands in peace for women of the world' by Phoebe Maloney & Kathryn Costa
As part of our celebrations for International Women's Day come along and view this fantastic exhition.
- When:
- Tuesday March 08 2011 6:00 PM - Saturday March 12 2011 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Jugglers Art Space, 103 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 4th March 2011
- Contact:
- Jodie Springer
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Global day of solidarity for Egypt
Join us in Brisbane at 10am this Saturday and send a powerful message of solidarity to the people of Egypt.
- When:
- Saturday February 12 2011 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- Reddacliffe Place, 266 George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
February 2011 Volunteer Information Session (January session postponed due to floods)
Interested in volunteering with Amnesty International?
- When:
- Tuesday February 01 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 31st January 2011
- Contact:
- Tia Lancaster
Make Some Noise - live music event
Make some noise - make a difference. Though Burma just held its first elections in 20 years, over 2,200 political prisoners remain behind bars. Support Amnesty International Australia's 3 Freedoms campaign by attending Make Some Noise. With the Gold Coast's Greenthief and Brisbane-based bands Zelita and Unlikely Superheroes.
- Action Group:
- Youth Action Network
- When:
- Friday December 10 2010 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- The Block, QUT Kelvin Grove, Creative Industries Precinct, Musk Street, Kelvin Grove, QLD, 4059
- RSVP:
- 9th December 2010
- Cost:
- $12
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
masterPEACE Exhibition
Young artists exhibition with local and Burmese artists. As part of the Artillery Youth Arts Festival Brisbane, the event aims to raise awareness of Amnesty International Australia's 3 Freedoms for Burma campaign.
- Action Group:
- Youth Action Network
- When:
- Tuesday December 07 2010 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Where:
- LightSpace, 30 Light Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 6th December 2010
- Cost:
- $12
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
My Tehran For Sale - free film screening
Film presented as part of the ARTillery Youth Arts Festival Brisbane and the Amnesty International Australia One Million Signatures Campaign. Amnesty International Australia is supporting the women of Iran in their campaign for equality.
- Action Group:
- Youth Action Network
- When:
- Saturday December 04 2010 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- Tribal Theatre, 364 George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 3rd December 2010
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
Stopping the Violence Against Women in PNG - Dame Carol Kidu and Guest Speakers
As part of the 16 Days of Activism, Dame Carol Kidu will talk to us about the impact of the 'Stop Violence Against Women in PNG' campaign
- Action Group:
- QLD/ N.NSW Women’s Network
- When:
- Friday December 03 2010 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Parliamentary Annex, Queensland Parliament, Cnr George and Alice Streets, BRISBANE, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 26th November 2010
- Contact:
- Jodie Springer or Ann Seaton
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End of Year Celebrations
An end of year celebration that involves bare feet, some yummy food and a drink or two and lots of great company!
- When:
- Wednesday December 01 2010 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- New Farm Bowls Club, 969 Brunswick Street, New Farm, QLD, 4005
- RSVP:
- 27th November 2010
- Contact:
- Tia Lancaster
Free Film Night in Cairns- Burna VJ
Amnesty International presents the Academy Award nominated Best Documentary Burma VJ
- When:
- Thursday November 25 2010 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Cairns City Library, 151 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
- RSVP:
- 25th November 2010
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
Women’s Eye on Peace
<© Oudomphone Bounyayong<Featuring images taken by women who work in community development and human rights.
- Action Group:
- Townsville
- When:
- Thursday November 25 2010 11:00 AM - Friday December 10 2010 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Knowledge Centre, Townsville City Library, 280 Flinders Street, Townsville, QLD, 4810
Amnesty International BBQ
Please join Amnesty International QLD/NNSW at Parliament House for a BBQ and a tour of Parliament House
- When:
- Tuesday November 23 2010 6:00 PM - 12:13 PM
- Where:
- Queensland Parliament House, George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 22nd November 2010
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
Family Fun Day
A Family Fun Day to celebrate Universal Children's Day.
- When:
- Saturday November 20 2010 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Apex Park, Centenery Lakes, Morayfield Rd, Caboolture, QLD, 4510
- Contact:
- Noemie Rigaud
When Burma’s not free, we’re not free
On 7 November 2010 Burma will hold its first election in 20 years. Come along take a step towards freedom for Burma as we call for three freedoms - freedom of expression, assembly and association.
- When:
- Sunday November 07 2010 11:47 AM - Monday November 08 2010 12:55 PM
- Where:
- Brisbane Square, 266 George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
Palestine: What We Are Not Hearing & How is Peace Possible?
The Qld/N.NSW Branch proudly presents Jewish American award-winning speaker Anna Baltzer at a free public event.
- When:
- Wednesday October 27 2010 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Undumbi Room, Parliamentary Annexe, Queensland Parliament, Cnr of George and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 20th October 2010
- Contact:
- Jodie
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Burma VJ - FREE Film Night
Come along to our FREE film night featuring the Academy Award nominated documentary Burma VJ.
- When:
- Monday October 25 2010 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Forgan Smith Building Room E215, University of Queensland, St Lucia, QLD, 4067
- RSVP:
- 25th October 2010
- Contact:
- Jess
A Night of Trivia
The Brisbane City Group's annual Trivia Night is on again!
- When:
- Wednesday October 13 2010 6:00 PM - 9:55 PM
- Where:
- The Irish Club, 175 Elizabeth Street, BRISBANE, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 13th October 2010
- Cost:
- $15/10
- Contact:
- Geoffrey
Candlelight Vigil for Burma
Join us at the Candlelight Vigil in honor of the memory of those killed during the Saffron Revolution in Burma in 2007. Open to the public
- When:
- Monday September 27 2010 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Reddacliff Place (Brisbane Square), 6 Queen Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- RSVP:
- 27th September 2010
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
Free Film Night - Mother Fish
Come along to our film night fundraiser featuring the powerful Australian movie Mother Fish about four refugees who fled Vietnam. Gold coin donation on entry.
- When:
- Friday September 24 2010 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
- Where:
- Univeristy of Queensland, Room E109, Forgan Smith Building (gather in The Great Court prior to film screening), Sir Fred Schonell Drive, ST LUCIA, QLD, 4069
- Contact:
- Jessica Dowdell
Global Day of Action - Stand Up Take Action & Make Noise for the Millennium Development Goals!
Stand Up, Take Action, & Make Noise Brisbane. Join the world's largest mobilisation against extreme poverty!
- When:
- Saturday September 18 2010 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- Where:
- Main Stage, Earth Charter Festival, Musgrave Park, West End, QLD, 4101
Mother Fish FREE Film Night - Ipswich
Come along to our film night fundraiser featuring the powerful Australian movie Mother Fish about four refugees who fled Vietnam. Gold coin donation on entry.
- When:
- Wednesday September 15 2010 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- Barry Jones Auditorium, Ipswich Library, 40 South Street, Ipswich, QLD, 4305
- RSVP:
- 14th September 2010
- Contact:
- Paul Toner
Get to know us better
Find out more about our work on human rights world-wide and how you can get involved.
- When:
- Wednesday September 15 2010 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- RSVP:
- 14th September 2010
- Contact:
- Tracey Foley
Amnesty International Brisbane Office Open Day
(c) Kylie Jury/AIA
Want to find out what Amnesty International does and how you can become involved? Then come along to our Open Day. The first 30 people receive a free customer designed t-shirt!
- When:
- Saturday September 11 2010 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Brisbane Office, Level 1, 354 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006
- Contact:
- Jodie Springer
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Mother Fish FREE Film Night - Sunshine Coast
Come along to our film night fundraiser featuring the powerful Australian movie Mother Fish about four refugees who fled Vietnam. Gold coin donation on entry.
- When:
- Thursday September 09 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Lecture Theatre 7, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, QLD, 4556
- RSVP:
- 9th September 2010
- Contact:
- Jodie Springer
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A Discussion on the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
(c) Harold Payne/AIA
Come along and join in a discussion on the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and learn what the Declaration is all about. This is a FREE event.
- When:
- Monday September 06 2010 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- LHMU, Ground Floor, 27 Peel Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
- Contact:
- Jodie Springer
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Amnesty Fundraiser Dinner
Come along and enjoy a night of great entertainment and wonderful food to help raise money to continue to protect human rights!
- Action Group:
- Townsville
- When:
- Sunday August 29 2010 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Thai International Restaurant, 235 Flinders Street East, Townsville, QLD, 4810
- RSVP:
- 23rd August 2010
- Cost:
- $35
- Contact:
- Chris Baker
Bridge to Brisbane 2010 for Human Rights
The Bridge to Brisbane is a fun run held in Brisbane each year in August. Participants can support Amnesty International through online fundraising.
- When:
- Sunday August 29 2010 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Starting at the Sir Leo Hielscher Bridge - South (formerly Gateway Bridge), Brisbane, QLD
- RSVP:
- 27th August 2010
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