Events - February 2012
Past Events
National Annual General Meeting 2010
Our National Annual General Meeting provides a forum for supporters to share ideas and contribute to Amnesty International Australia's work to promote and protect human rights worldwide.
- When:
- Friday July 09 2010 1:29 PM - Sunday July 11 2010 4:29 PM
- Where:
- First floor, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- aianagm@amnesty.org.au
Strengthening Democracy Project
Are you interested in how Amnesty Interntaional Australia functions as a democratic organisation? Do you think there are Amnesty processes and functions that could work better to allow more democratic participation? If so, please come along to a consultation workshop and have your say on the future of democracy in AIA!
- When:
- Saturday August 29 2009 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- AIA Tasmania Action Center, Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 18th August 2009
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Public Rally To Free Aung San Suu Kyi
Aung San Suu Kyi
Join the Tasmanian Schools Justice Action Networks on Parliament House Lawns on Saturday August 15th to make a stand to free Aung San Suu Kyi.
- When:
- Saturday August 15 2009 11:30 AM - 3:45 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House Lawns, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Support Comfort Women, form a human butterfly on the Parliament House Lawns
Are you interested in taking part in a stunt on August 1st to draw attention to the Australian Government and their lack of action on behalf of the 200 000 women forced into sexual slavery in Japan during World War II?
- When:
- Saturday August 01 2009 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House Lawns, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 31st July 2009
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Continue reading Support Comfort Women, form a human butterfly on the Parliament House Lawns
Remember Tiananmen Vigil
The Norht West Group will be holding a vigil on June 4th to remember the victims of the Tiananmen massacre.
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- Devonport Mall, Devonport, TAS
- Contact:
- Tony Miller 6425-5437
Refugee campaign briefings 2012
The refugee lifesaving event, 2010. © Hamish Gregory/AIPlease come participate in our regular refugee campaign briefing - all interested parties are welcome.
- When:
- Thursday February 02 2012 6:59 PM - 7:59 PM
- Dial-in details:
- Phone: 1800 333 803 / Pin: 663371
Inaugural Human Rights Day Lecture
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Professor Patrick McGorry 2010 Australian of the year will speak about Australia's human rights failure : mental health and mandatory detention
- When:
- Saturday December 10 2011 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Centenary lecture theatre, Centenary building, University of Tasmania, Grosvenor Crescent, Sandy Bay, TAS, 7005
- Contact:
- Belinda Kendall-White
Human rights week march
Join us for the 2011 human rights week march. Held every year in December, the march provides a way to meet others in the human rights arena, and is a fun and energizing event to participate in.
- When:
- Friday December 09 2011 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- ABC Roundabout, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 8th December 2011
- Contact:
- Annalisa
Launceston Action Group Meeting- Join us!
Campaigning for refugee rights.Want to get involved with Amnesty International? Now is the time to join our Launceston Action Group! If you have a passion for human rights, come along to Fresh Cafe.
- When:
- Tuesday December 06 2011 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- 178 Charles Street, Launceston, TAS, 7250
- Contact:
- Annalisa
Human Rights Week Launch and Awards 2011
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The Human Rights Week Organising Committee invites you to the launch of Human Rights Week 2011 & presentation of Tasmanian Awards for Humanitarian Activities
- When:
- Friday December 02 2011 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Reception Room Parliament House, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Louise
Hobart Christmas Pageant
Volunteers at Hobart Christmas Pageant 2010
Join us as Amnesty International moves to organise our annual entry in the Hobart Christmas pageant to march and wish women and children a safe and happy festive season.
- When:
- Saturday November 19 2011 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa
Christmas Card Stall Volunteers
Do you want to help Amnesty International raise funds and have fun this festive season? Each year Amnesty International joins with the Combined Charities' Christmas Card and Gift Shop, to raise funds through the sale of cards. We require enthusiastic volunteers to help on our stall.
- When:
- Friday November 11 2011 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- St David's Cathedral, 125 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 10th November 2011
- Contact:
- Hobart Action Centre
Prison doors open in Burma
Join the Hobart Group and campaign for the release of political prisoners in Burma.
- When:
- Thursday November 10 2011 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart, TAS, 7000
Open day at the Hobart Action Centre
Hands up for Human Rights
We would like to invite one and all to the Hobart Action Centre for our Open Day, this October.
- When:
- Saturday October 29 2011 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Level1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7005
- RSVP:
- 29th October 2011
- Contact:
- Belinda (Branch President)
Public Homelands Training Session
No place like Homelands
Right now the government is stripping back the funding of essential services from traditional Aboriginal homelands and forcing Aboriginal Peoples into 'hub towns'. Join us for a training session and help us tell the government not to abandon the Homelands.
- When:
- Wednesday October 12 2011 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 13th October 2011
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Blitz for refugees
Contact Annalisa for your copy of the Tasmanian petition or attend a Blitz training session on Monday the 3rd @ 12.30 or Thursday 29th @ 5.30. Or Come to Parliment house Lawns at 11 on Saturday the 1st and get you copies of the petition to blitz hobart.
- When:
- Thursday September 29 2011 5:29 PM - 6:29 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty Action Centre, Level 1,130 macquarie street, hobart, TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- annalisa
Spring into the Action centre
Join us for a volunteer session to find out how you can get active with Amnesty International in Hobart
- When:
- Tuesday September 27 2011 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- level 1 - 130 Macquarie Street (access via alley way ), Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 26th September 2011
- Cost:
- $Free
- Contact:
- Louise
Defend 3 freedoms in Burma
Join the Hobart Group to Campaign for Human Rights in Burma
- When:
- Thursday September 01 2011 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Various locations in Hobart, TAS
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Meet the bravest women in Afghanistan
Join the Tasmanian Women's Rights team for an Evening with Malalai Joya
- When:
- Thursday September 01 2011 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Conference Room, Hobart City Council (situated of the Elizabeth street frontage of the Town Hall ), Hobart, TAS, 7001
Conversation workshop (Launceston)
We all know asylum seekers arriving in Australia by boat are used as political footballs. But what can we do about it? Gain a more personal glimpse of the asylum seeker question with a new television advertising campaign.
- When:
- Thursday September 01 2011 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Fresh Cafe 178 Charles St, Launceston, TAS, 7250
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
This prison where I live - Free Movie Screening
Which top Burmese comedian and poet was put in jail for over 30 years after organising help for his people after a cyclone?
- When:
- Sunday August 28 2011 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- 2 Edward Street Glebe, Glebe, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
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End Mandatory Detention- Rally
Standing up for refugee rights
Stand up for the rights of asylum seekers in your lunch hour!
- When:
- Friday August 26 2011 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Hunter Street, Hobart, TAS, 7005
- Contact:
- Perdita Sonntag
Help shape Amnesty International Australia’s Vision
We are a movement of ordinary people achieving extraordinary change - come and help shape our vision for the future.
- When:
- Wednesday August 03 2011 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Continue reading Help shape Amnesty International Australia’s Vision
Launceston Group meeting at the Fresh cafe. Everyone’s invited !
The Launceston Amnesty Group is meeting at the Fresh cafe on the 28th of July.
- When:
- Thursday July 28 2011 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- 178 Charles st, Launceston, TAS, 7250
- RSVP:
- 28th July 2011
- Contact:
- Annalisa
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Women’s Rights Team forum
Come celebrate the introduction of a National Plan to Reduce Violence Against Women.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Rights Team
- When:
- Wednesday July 27 2011 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 27th July 2011
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- Yabbo
Refugee Rights Action Group meeting
You are invited to join Amnesty International Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- Action Group:
- Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- When:
- Tuesday July 26 2011 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1 / 130 Macquarie Street (access via the alley way ), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Perdita
You are invited to a Women’s Rights Team breakfast meeting.
Join us on Wednesday the 6th of July for breakfast at OOMPH cafe', Macquarie street.
- When:
- Wednesday July 06 2011 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- 147 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 27th July 2011
- Contact:
- Yabbo
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Women’s rights team meeting
Join our women's right team and help defend women's rights
- When:
- Wednesday June 29 2011 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Louise
Forum for Refugee Week
Listen as three Tasmanian former refugees talk about their experiences and reflect on the divisive language used when talking about refugees and asylum seekers.
- When:
- Thursday June 23 2011 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Town Hall 50 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Maria
Volunteers needed for Salamanca Market stall
The market stall needs volunteers to work on the stall every 2nd and 3rd Saturday of the month.
- When:
- Saturday June 11 2011 9:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Salamanca Place, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Louise
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Join us for dinner at Annapurna restaurant
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Amnesty's birth, the Hobart branch is holding a social dinner gathering at the Annapurna restaurant, North Hobart.
- When:
- Saturday May 28 2011 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- 305 Elizabeth street, Noth Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 26th May 2011
- Cost:
- $30
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Join us in a gathering to mark Amnesty’s 50th
Come celebrate with us, early on the big day, as Amnesty International turns 50.
- When:
- Saturday May 28 2011 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House lawns, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 27th May 2011
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Continue reading Join us in a gathering to mark Amnesty’s 50th
B.A.G.M. 2011
When it comes to the promotion and protection of human rights, it's people and their passion that creates lasting change.
- When:
- Saturday May 14 2011 2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, ACT, 7000
- RSVP:
- 13th May 2011
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Come along to a party and help raise funds for Amnesty
Amnesty is holding a fundraising open-door party on the Saturday the 7th of May !
- When:
- Saturday May 07 2011 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Where:
- 20 New Town Rd, New Town, TAS, 7008
- Cost:
- $7
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Continue reading Come along to a party and help raise funds for Amnesty
Mother’s Day event in support of domestic workers in Indonesia
Join us on Mother's Day - May 7 - to promote greater human rights protection for Indonesian women.
- When:
- Saturday May 07 2011 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House lawns, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
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Fullers bookshop event for Refugee Rights
Amnesty International's Hobart Refugee Rights Group is holding a stall at Fuller's bookshop in tandem with the launch of a new book on Burma by Daniel Pedersen.
- Action Group:
- Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- When:
- Sunday April 17 2011 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- 131 Colins street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- tasrefugeeteam@amnesty.org.au
Conversation Workshop Cancelled
This event has been calncelled due to lack of numbers please contact the Action Centre for more information or to book your own training session.
- When:
- Saturday April 16 2011 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Refugee Rights Action Group meeting
Come and join us at the next meeting of the Refugee Rights Action Group.
- Action Group:
- Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- When:
- Thursday April 07 2011 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 7th April 2011
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- tasrefugeeteam@amnesty.org.au
Training available : Being a Spokesperson and managing the media
The Tas Action Centre is offering training for spreading a Human Rights message in an interview situation.
- When:
- Saturday April 02 2011 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 31st March 2011
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
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Training available : Making the most of the media
The Tasmanian Action Centre is offering Friday training for spreading a Human Rights message when in contact with the media.
Saturday training is also offerred on Becoming a media spokesperson.
- When:
- Friday April 01 2011 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 31st March 2011
- Cost:
- $free
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Continue reading Training available : Making the most of the media
International Women’s Day 2011
Come to the Hobart Action Centre on Thursday the 3rd of March 2011, to help us celebrate International Women's Day.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Rights Network
- When:
- Thursday March 03 2011 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 3rd March 2011
- Cost:
- $5
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Fullers Bookshop refugee stall
Join the Refugee Rights Action Group for a stall at Fullers Bookshop.
- When:
- Sunday February 20 2011 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Fullers Book Shop, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Welcome night
Please join us at our next welcome night. This is a great event for anyone who wants to learn more about Amnesty International.
- When:
- Wednesday February 09 2011 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart (down the little lane), TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- Perdita
Refugee Rights Action Group meeting
Activists campaigning for refugee rights
Join us for our Refugee Rights Action Group meeting and campaign to respect, protect and promote refugees' human rights in Australia and overseas.
- Action Group:
- Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- When:
- Thursday February 03 2011 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Laura
Branch Commitee Meeting
The Branch Committee (BC) is the governing body of AIA in Tasmania. Its role is essentially to motivate, coordinate and develop local human rights activism. Branch Committees also have a number of formal powers and duties which are set out in Amnesty International Australia's constitution.
- When:
- Tuesday February 01 2011 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Tasmanian Action Center level 1, 130 Macquarie street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Clare Wiseman
Volunteers needed for Combined Charity Card Shop
We need volunteers for the Combined Charity Card Shop on Monday 13th December
- When:
- Monday December 13 2010 10:00 AM - Saturday November 13 2010 4:00 PM
- Where:
- St David's Cathedral, Cnr of Murray and Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 9th December 2010
- Contact:
- Perdie
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End of year picnic party on parliament lawn
Parliament House lawn
It's nearing the end of the year and the Tasmanian Action Centre is having a picnic party to celebrate everyone's work on human rights. As a way of saying a big "thankyou" to all who participated in a really productive year of work, the picnic will provide a great opportunity to converse with others who helped make 2010 so successful.
- When:
- Thursday December 09 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Parliament Lawn, Salamanca Place, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 8th December 2010
- Contact:
- Perdita
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An Evening with Sok Panha, Cambodian advocate
Come along to an evening with Sok Panha, the Director of Banteay Srei and long standing IWDA Program partner.
- When:
- Friday November 19 2010 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7004
- RSVP:
- 19th November 2010
- Contact:
- Jane Bange
Continue reading An Evening with Sok Panha, Cambodian advocate
Women’s Rights Team Meeting
Please join us at the next Women's Right Team Meeting
- When:
- Wednesday November 10 2010 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St (down the little lane), Hobart, TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- Yabbo
Australian Detention Centre Briefing
Come and learn about the current situation in Australian Detention Centres
- When:
- Wednesday November 03 2010 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St (down the little lane), Hobart, TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- Annalisa
Refugee Rights Action Group Meeting
Activists campaigning for Refugee rights
Please join us at our Refugee Rights meeting
- When:
- Friday October 29 2010 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St (down the little lane), Hobart, TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- Laura
Call for human rights protection in Tasmania
People raising their hands © micn2sugars (flickr)The Tasmanian government has extended its consultation period on a Charter of Rights. The consultation process will now continue, via the justice department website until December.
- When:
- Wednesday October 27 2010 2:12 PM - Friday January 14 2011 2:12 PM
- Where:
- State wide, TAS
Continue reading Call for human rights protection in Tasmania
OPEN DAY at Tasmanian Action Centre
Come learn more about Amnesty International's work and how to get involved.
- When:
- Saturday October 16 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 16th October 2010
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Women’s rights team meeting
The women's rights team meet on Wednesday the 22 of September.
- When:
- Wednesday September 22 2010 5:30 AM - 5:30 AM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Office, Level 3, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 22nd September 2010
- Contact:
- Yabbo
Devonport group meeting
The Devonport group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month
- When:
- Thursday September 16 2010 3:15 PM - 3:15 PM
- Where:
- 95 River Rd, East Devonport, TAS, 7310
- RSVP:
- 16th September 2010
- Contact:
- Tony Miller
Welcome night
Please join us at our next welcome night. This is a great event for anyone who wants to learn more about Amnesty International.
- When:
- Tuesday September 14 2010 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 14th September 2010
- Contact:
- Perdita
Burma Campaign Training Session
Our Community Campaigner will be providing activism training on the Burma Campaign
- When:
- Tuesday September 14 2010 2:28 PM - Wednesday September 15 2010 2:28 PM
- Where:
- Tasmanian Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 14th September 2010
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Branch committee meeting
The Branch committee is meeeting on the first Tuesday of every month.
- When:
- Thursday September 02 2010 5:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart action centre, First floor, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 2nd September 2010
- Contact:
- Clare Wiseman
Fire Training at Tasmanian Action Centre
There will be Fire Training at the Tasmanian Action Centre for interested volunteers.
- When:
- Wednesday September 01 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 1st September 2010
- Contact:
- Perdita
JOIN US: Zumba in the Park
The Right to Dance - A community celebration of the rights of Iranian women.
- When:
- Saturday August 28 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Parliament House Lawns, Salamanca, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 28th August 2010
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group Meeting
The regular Tas Refugee Team Meeting
- When:
- Friday August 27 2010 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- Where:
- The Amnesty International TAS Action Centre - 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- Contact:
- Laura Chapman
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CRAFT-A-NOON
Feeling creative? Then join us for an Amnesty International CRAFT-A-NOON We are planning a major Refugee Action for our National Annual General Meeting (NAGM) and we need your help preparing for it
- When:
- Wednesday June 30 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Center (First Floor, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway)), Hobart, TAS, 7000
Film Screening in partnership with the State Cinema of ‘MOTHER FISH’
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Amnesty International is proud to be working in partnership with the state cinema to bring you "Mother Fish" the inspiring story of four refugees fleeing Vietnam in 1980
- When:
- Thursday June 24 2010 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- The State Cinema 375 Elizabeth Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Continue reading Film Screening in partnership with the State Cinema of ‘MOTHER FISH’
Welcome Evening
One of the best ways to find out more about volunteering at Amnesty International is to attend one of our quarterly Welcome Evenings where current volunteer roles and projects are outlined together with all the different opportunities for getting involved in and taking action on human rights
- When:
- Thursday June 17 2010 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- The Amnesty International TAS Action Centre - 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Join us for a night at the movies
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Amnesty International is proud to be working in partnership with the state cinema to bring you the stoning of Soraya M. This incredible true story published by a French / Iranian journalist and is a powerful tale of a villages persecution of an innocent women set in 1986 Iran.
- When:
- Thursday May 27 2010 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Where:
- State Cinema 375 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart, TAS
- Cost:
- $16
Fundraising Lunch and Auction
The Hobart Group is holding a fundraising lunch and auction for Amnesty International Australia.
- When:
- Sunday May 16 2010 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- (The house of Tony and Jane Bange) 65 Scotts Road, Kingston, TAS, 7050
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- RSVP to Tony and Jane, ph. 6227 1907
Tasmania Branch Annual General Meeting 2010
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When it comes to the promotion and protection of human rights, it’s people and their passion that create change. At the Tasmania Branch Annual General Meeting this year, you’ll have the chance to share your passion and ideas for Amnesty International Australia’s work, campaigns and direction for the future. So get involved, get inspired - this is your chance to take part.
- When:
- Saturday May 15 2010 9:45 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Tasmanian Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- tasaia@amnesty.org.au
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Winter Warmer Lunch
While it may not be winter yet, the leaves are changing and there’s a chill in the air. So warm up this May at the Action Centre with some homemade soup and crusty bread and help us with our latest action.
- When:
- Wednesday May 05 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Center (First Floor, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway)), Hobart, TAS, 7001
STOP USING REFUGEES AS POLITICAL FOOTBALLS Vigil for Refugees this Friday
Show your support for refugees this week by attending this vigil. We will also be collecting signatures to present to Minister Chris Evans.
- When:
- Friday April 16 2010 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Corner of Macquarie St and Murray St, Hobart, TAS
- Contact:
- Amnesty Hobart Office
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April Fools’ Day Lunch
The Tassie Action Centre is having an April Fools’ Day Lunch. Come along, help us cut up some stickers and enjoy some lunch in the company of fellow human rights activists.
- When:
- Thursday April 01 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- The Amnesty International TAS Action Centre - 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Amnesty Hobart - 03 6221 1004
Welcome Evening
One of the best ways to find out more about volunteering at Amnesty International is to attend one of our quarterly Welcome Evenings where current volunteer roles and projects are outlined together with all the different opportunities for getting involved in and taking action on human rights
- When:
- Thursday March 25 2010 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- The Amnesty International TAS Action Centre - 130 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Refugee Rights Action Group Meeting
Welcome back to the Refugee Rights Action Group for 2010!
- When:
- Friday March 12 2010 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Hobart Action Centre - 130 Macquarie Street - 1st floor, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Evening Letter Writing
Evening letter writing in the pub
- When:
- Tuesday March 09 2010 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Republic Bar & Cafe - 299 Elizabeth Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Soiree for Women’s Issues
Amnesty International Australia and International Women's Development Agency (IWDA) invite you to a soiree to celebrate women's lives and look at challenges faced in many parts of our world.
- When:
- Thursday March 04 2010 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Hobart Action Centre - 130 Macquarie Street - 1st floor (There is a lift), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Cost:
- $5
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Salamanca Market Stall
Amnesty's stall at Salamanca Market
Where better to promote human rights than right in the middle of the Salamanca Market? It's a great way to do something positive in a fun and lively atmosphere.
- When:
- Saturday December 12 2009 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Salamanca Place, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Tony Blake
You are invited to a celebration of a decade of Anti-discrimination rights in Tasmania
Human Rights Week 2009
A decade ago, Tasmania led the rest of Australia with the passing of the most comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation in our country.
- When:
- Thursday December 10 2009 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Town Hall, Mcquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 3rd December 2009
- Contact:
- Office of the Anti-Discrimination Commissioner
From Gumnuts to Buttons
A visual and interactive simuation activity aimed at helping peoples understanding of and empathy for Aboriginal peoples' history.
- When:
- Monday December 07 2009 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Where:
- AIA Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Mcquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 3rd December 2009
- Contact:
- Annalisa
Human Rights March 2009
You are invited to come and join us on Friday 4th December for the Human Rights Week March 2009!
- When:
- Friday December 04 2009 12:00 PM - 1:10 PM
- Where:
- Fountain Roundabout, Just off Liverpool Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Human Rights Week 2009 Film Night
Come and join us in the Town Hall conference room to watch Melbourne film maker Steve Thomas' documentary "Hope"
- When:
- Wednesday December 02 2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Town Hall, Mcquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 1st December 2009
- Contact:
- Amnesty International Australia
Vigil for The International Day for the Elimination of all forms of Violence Against Women
Join us for a peaceful vigil on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Street to ask passers by to sign an action asking the Tasmanian Premier to commit to the delivery of a plan to stop violence against women.
- When:
- Wednesday November 25 2009 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Meet at the Amnesty Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Mcquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 25th November 2009
- Contact:
- Amnesty Hobart
Hobart Christmas Pageant 2009
Our Amnesty International Women's Rights Action Group are organising a float in this year's Hobart City Council Christmas Pageant as part of our Stop Violence Against Women campaign. Join Amnesty International and march with us to wish all women and children a safe and merry Christmas. All are welcome including children.
- When:
- Saturday November 21 2009 7:30 AM - 8:41 AM
- Where:
- Meet at the Amnesty Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Mcquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
Workplace Christmas Functions - Traps to Avoid
Sexual harassment and discrimination are unlawful. Come to a free awareness session at the Office of the Anti-Discrimination Commissioner.
- When:
- Tuesday November 17 2009 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Where:
- Hearing Room, First Floor, 54 Victoria Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 13th November 2009
- Contact:
- Anti-Discrimination
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Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
Come and join us for our very first meeting on Friday 13th November 2009 12.30 - 1.30 (lunch will be provided)
- Action Group:
- Tasmanian Refugee Rights Action Group
- When:
- Friday November 13 2009 12:30 PM - 8:44 AM
- Where:
- Amnesty International Tasmanian Action Centre, Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
Congo Break The Silence
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An event on Congo's War Break the Silence. Come and find out how YOU play a role in this on going crisis!
- When:
- Saturday October 24 2009 4:00 PM - 9:03 AM
- Where:
- Stanley Burbury Theatre, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, 7005
Annual Freedom Dinner
If you want to change the fact that nearly 963 million people go to bed hungry each night then come and support our Demand dignity Campaign by attending the Freedom Dinner.
- When:
- Saturday October 17 2009 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, Marieville Esp / Sandy Bay, Hobart, TAS, 7005
- RSVP:
- 8th October 2009
- Contact:
- Alison Wiss
Riawunna warmly invites you to chase away those winter blues with a taste of paradise.
A delicious treat of Samoan cuisine, an Umu, like a Maori Hangi will be prepared by local Samoan men.
- When:
- Thursday October 15 2009 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Riawunna, Hytten Hall, French Street, Sandy Bay, TAS, 7005
- RSVP:
- 13th October 2009
- Contact:
- Phillip Harris
Fundraising Quiz Night
Join quizmaster Hank Petrusma on September 19th for a great night of trivia and fundraising for Amnesty International. Loads of great prizes available and fun times guaranteed. $15 / $12 concession
- When:
- Saturday September 19 2009 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Howrah Recreation Centre, 11 Howrah Road, Howrah, TAS, 7018
Wine and Cheese Night
We hold regular wine and cheese nights for new members, as it represents an excellent opportunity to meet other like- minded individuals and learn more about Amnesty International's work and volunteer opportunities in a relaxed, social setting.
- When:
- Wednesday August 26 2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- First Floor, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 25th August 2009
- Contact:
- Louise Durose
1.4 Billion Reasons…
Not an AIA event. Hosted by the Global Poverty Project, 1.4 Billion Reasons is a thought provoking presentation that moves audiences to make simple lifestyle changes which will enable the worlds poorest to break the poverty cycle.
- When:
- Saturday August 08 2009 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Campus Theatre, Tasmania Academy & Polytechnic, Olinda Grove, Mount Nelson, TAS
- Contact:
- http://www.globalpovertyproject.com
300 Butterflies for 300 Biscuits
The Uni Group has lovingly prepared butterfly biscuits for your enjoyment so don't be shy, come over to the campus next Wednesday at lunchtime for yours and while there, sign a butterfly petition!
- When:
- Wednesday July 22 2009 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- UTAS Sandy Bay Campus, Hobart, TAS
Hobart Group Meeting
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The next Hobart group meeting is coming up. New and old members are welcome. Come along to see and take part in what we're working on.
- When:
- Thursday July 02 2009 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 49 Cornwall St., Rose Bay, TAS
- Contact:
- Els McIntosh
SUPPORT ASSOCIATION FOR THE WOMEN OF AFGHANISTAN
Shazia Shakib, a member of RAWA, will be visiting Australia in May and June on a national tour to highlight the challenges facing women in her war-torn country.
- When:
- Friday May 29 2009 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- UTAS Law School Lecture Theatre 1, Cnr Grosvenor St & Alexander St, Hobart, TAS
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Demand Dignity : Global Campaign Launch
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You are invited to join us for the global launch of Amnesty International's Demand Dignity Campaing
- When:
- Thursday May 28 2009 12:29 PM - 1:59 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Center / Level 1, 130 Macquarie St, (access via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 26th May 2009
Branch Annual General Meeting
Come and have your say and discuss important branch commitee issues.
- When:
- Saturday May 16 2009 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Hobart Action Center
Women’s Rights Network Meeting
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Women's rights issues are a concern for everyone. Come along to discuss issues that affect women in Australia today aswell as women around the world.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Rights Network
- When:
- Wednesday May 13 2009 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Hobart Action Center / Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, (access via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Yabbo Thompson
Work, Employment, Racism, Voice - African Australians Have Your Say!
Share your experiences thorugh story telling.
- When:
- Tuesday April 21 2009 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 1, 130 Macquarie Street, (entrance via laneway), Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 20th April 2009
- Contact:
- Annalisa Rigby
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Special Harmony Day ‘Fold and Stuff’ lunch
Come along to celebrate Australia's cultural diversity while enjoying a delicious lunch and helping make a difference in support of human rights.
- When:
- Wednesday March 25 2009 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- 1st Floor, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7001
- RSVP:
- 23rd March 2009
- Contact:
- Louise Durose
Amnesty International Thank You Party !
All are invited to join us for our end of year party to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Univerasl Declaration of Human Rights.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 2, 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- RSVP:
- 5th December 2008
- Contact:
- Tasmania Amnesty International
Tasmania Action Centre
Get involved in your local 60th anniversary Universal Declaration of Human Rights celebrations by contacting the Tasmania Action Centre.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- 130 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
- Contact:
- Tasmania Action Centre
Tas Human Rights Week Street Rally
Tasmania's annual Human Rights Street March will this year be celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- When:
- Friday December 05 2008 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- Where:
- The ABC Roundabout, TAS
- Contact:
- Amnesty TAS
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