Events - March 2010
Upcoming Events
“Women of Afghanistan” guest speaker Dr Nouria Salehi OAM
The South Eastern Local Group of Amnesty International invites you to join us for a most informative, thought-provoking and inspiring evening with this remarkable human rights advocate.
- When:
- Tuesday March 16 2010 7:59 PM - 8:59 PM
- Where:
- Meeting Room, rear of St Stephen Anglican Church, 383 High Street Road, Mt Waverley, VIC, 3149
- Contact:
- Beatrice
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Amnesty International Victoria’s University Workshop
On Wednesday the 17th of March the Victorian Action Centre will host a University Workshop.
- When:
- Wednesday March 17 2010 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Suite 8, 134 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Hannah Lewis
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Workshop Advocating For Human Rights in War and Conflict
The Humanitarian Crisis Hub invites community groups advocating for human rights in war and conflict to a series of free workshops and evening presentations designed to promote discussion and networking, and improve their practical activism skills and outcomes.
- When:
- Saturday March 27 2010 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Level 2, Oxfam Building, 132 Leicester St,, Carlton, VIC, 3053
- Contact:
- Claire
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Monthly Get Active Meeting
Candle Day 2009
Ever wanted to know more about Amnesty International? Interested in running a stall, volunteering in the office, painting a banner? We welcome you to our monthly Get Active meetings!
- When:
- Monday April 12 2010 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
Introduction to Human Rights Evening Session
The Humanitarian Crisis Hub invites community groups advocating for human rights in war and conflict to a series of free workshops and evening presentations designed to promote discussion and networking, and improve their practical activism skills and outcomes.
- When:
- Tuesday April 27 2010 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Claire
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Candle Day 2010
Held on May 7 and the following weekend, the 8 and 9 May, Candle Day will see hundreds of supporters becoming involved in raising awareness of both the work of Amnesty International and the Demand Dignity campaign.
- When:
- Friday May 07 2010 9:00 AM - Sunday May 09 2010 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Across Victoria, VIC
- Contact:
- Amanda
Using Online, New and Alternative Media for Campaigning Workshop
The Humanitarian Crisis Hub invites community groups advocating for human rights in war and conflict to a series of free workshops and evening presentations designed to promote discussion and networking, and improve their practical activism skills and outcomes.
- When:
- Saturday May 22 2010 11:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Hayden Raysmith Room, Level 4, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Claire
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Building Alliances Between Community Groups and with Humanitarian Agencies
The Humanitarian Crisis Hub invites community groups advocating for human rights in war and conflict to a series of free workshops and evening presentations designed to promote discussion and networking, and improve their practical activism skills and outcomes.
- When:
- Tuesday June 22 2010 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Mezzanine, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Claire
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Past Events
The first Youth Action Network meeting of 2010
The first Youth Action Network meeting of 2010 will be on March 1st at 6.30. It'll be held at the Victorian Action Centre, headquarters of the Victorian Amnesty magic, which is located at 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood. Be there or be square.
- When:
- Monday March 01 2010 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Victorian Activist Resource Centre, Suite 8, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Jessica Lenehan
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Amnesty International coming to an O-week near you!
Amnesty International will be holding stalls at various O-weeks across Victoria. Be AWESOME: join a university Amnesty group!
- When:
- Tuesday February 23 2010 10:00 AM - Sunday February 28 2010 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Various Universities across Victoria, VIC
- Contact:
- Hannah Lewis
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Indigenous Rights Forum: NT Intervention
Alyawaar Children at Arlparra (Rusty Stewart)
Please join us to hear Sarah Marland, Demand Dignity Campaign Coordinator and Rodney Dillon Indigenous Rights Campaigner for Amnesty International Australia as well as SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER PROFESSOR LARISSA BEHRENDT!!!
- When:
- Friday December 11 2009 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- BMW Edge Room, Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
Irene Khan Stop Violence Against Women Breakfast Address
On Friday the 20th of November, Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan will be talking about the Stop Violence Against Women Campaign at a light stand up breakfast in the Supper Room, Melbourne Town Hall.
- Action Group:
- Stop Violence Against Women Network
- When:
- Friday November 20 2009 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
- Where:
- Supper Room, Melbourne Town Hall, Corner Swanston and Collins Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- RSVP:
- 16th November 2009
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
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Stand Up & Take Action Against Poverty
Join people of all ages in Federation Sqaure this Saturday to Stand Up Against Poverty!
- When:
- Saturday October 17 2009 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Online Symposium
Seeking Justice - Social Activism through Journalism and Documentary Practice
- When:
- Thursday October 15 2009 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- URL:
- www.cdp.edu.au
Japan: Stop the Execution of Mentally Ill Prisoners
Join the Amnesty International Anti Death Penalty Network at the State Library in taking action!
- Action Group:
- Anti Death Penalty Network
- When:
- Friday October 09 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
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Demand Dignity meeting
Meet the new Demand Dignity Convenor this Wednesday! Hear about forced evictions, maternal mortality and corporate responsibility.
- Action Group:
- Demand Dignity Team
- When:
- Wednesday October 07 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Laura/Georgia
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The Burma Campaign Australia are showing Burma VJ.
Armed with video-cameras a tenacious band of Burmese reporters face down death to expose the repressive regime controlling their country.
- When:
- Sunday September 27 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Cost:
- $10
- Contact:
- Brett
One Night the Moon - movie screening
One Night the Moon (2001) directed by Rachel Perkins
Join the Amnesty International Victoria Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Group to view a free screening of One Night the Moon (2001), directed by Rachel Perkins.
- Action Group:
- Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Group
- When:
- Monday September 14 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 7 Riverside Quay, Southbank, VIC, 3006
- Contact:
- Rachel
La Trobe University Stall
The North East Metropolitan group and the Demand Dignity team are joining forces for a stall at La Trobe University.
- Action Group:
- North East Metro (Eltham)
- When:
- Tuesday September 01 2009 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- La Trobe University Bundoora campus, cnr Plenty Rd and Kingsbury Dr, Bundoora, VIC, 3083
- Contact:
- Laura Gilmartin
Making the Invisible Scene: Refugee Art Exhibition
Art Exhibition: Making the Invisible Scene
Amnesty International makes the invisible scene at Gasworks! Come along to hear great music, view powerful art, hear from a respected speaker and a chance to add your voice to Amnesty International's campaign on these issues.
- When:
- Monday August 17 2009 9:00 AM - Sunday August 23 2009 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Gasworks Arts Park, Albert Park, VIC, 3206
- RSVP:
- 14th August 2009
- Contact:
- Jemma
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National Day of Action for Same-Sex Marriage
Recent LGBT march in Victoria
Victorian supporters of Amnesty International will unite with people around the country participating in the National Day of Action for Same-Sex Marriage on Saturday 1 August.
- Action Group:
- LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgendered) Network
- When:
- Saturday August 01 2009 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Tony Pitman
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Victorian Annual Schools Conference 2009!
Theme: WHAT DO HUMAN RIGHTS MEAN TO YOU?
Fitzroy Town Hall, see details below.
- When:
- Thursday July 23 2009 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Fitzroy Town Hall, Corner Moor and Napier Streets, Fitzroy, VIC, 3056
- RSVP:
- 22nd July 2009
- Contact:
- Amber - Schools Network Convenor
Amnesty International Letter Writing Event
Photo by David Yoong
Interested in writing letters in support of Human Rights? Campaign for Individuals At Risk and celebrate Refugee Week: 14 - 20 June 2009
- When:
- Sunday June 14 2009 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Where:
- 33 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell, VIC, 3124
- Contact:
- Emily
Place a rose for 20th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square
White Roses
Join us to mark 20 years since the Tiananmen Square crack down at City Square in the CBD.
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Corner Swanston and Collins Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Zoe
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30 under 30 in 30 mins
Asia Pacific Youth Network
If you’re under 30 join us in the city for the Asia Pacific Youth Network’s Demand Dignity Launch FREEZE action.
- When:
- Saturday May 30 2009 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Transport Bar, Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Zoe
Demand Dignity Launch
The Demand Dignity campaign will be launched in the Victorian Action Centre this Friday.
- When:
- Friday May 29 2009 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Zoe
Human Rights Act Panel Discussion, North East Metro (Eltham) Local Group
Eltham bookshop & Amnesty International Australia Eltham Group presents: A Commonweath Bill of Rights: Do We Need It?
- Action Group:
- North East Metro (Eltham)
- When:
- Wednesday May 13 2009 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- 79-81 Pitt Street, Eltham, VIC, 3095
- Cost:
- $12
- Contact:
- Eltham Bookshop
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A Walk through History in Iranian Women’s Shoes
Scene from Prosepolis
A photographic exhibition of women in Iran pre 1979 revolution till now and the screening of a short animated film “Persepolis”.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Team
- When:
- Sunday March 14 2010 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- 111 Barry Street, ICT Theatre 1, Carlton, VIC, 3010
- RSVP:
- 12th March 2010
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
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International Women’s Day Talk by Elena Schitova
Elena Schitova from Amnesty International, Victoria will give an address to mark International Womens Day, 8 March 12-1pm in the H3 lecture theatre, Building 11 (The Menzies) (Open to both women and men!)
- When:
- Monday March 08 2010 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- H3 lecture theatre, Building 11, (The Menzies), Clayton, VIC
- Contact:
- Fia
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Amnesty stall at Sydney Road Street Party!
On Sunday the 28th of February Amnesty International will run a stall during the Sydney Road Music Festival.
- When:
- Sunday February 28 2010 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Sydney Road – Union to Victoria Streets, Brunswick, VIC
Amnesty stall at Pako Festa
On the 27th of February Amnesty International will run a stall at the Pako Festa Festival in Geelong.
- When:
- Saturday February 27 2010 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Parkington Street, Geelong West, VIC, 3218
Join Amnesty LGBT Group at Midsumma’s Pride March
This year the Amnesty LGBT group will again march at Pride March
- When:
- Sunday February 07 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Fitzroy Street & Catani Gardens, St Kilda, St Kilda, VIC, 3182
- Contact:
- Tony
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Amnesty International Victoria at the Big Day Out!
Take action at the Amnesty International Victoria stall at the 2010 Melbourne Big Day Out
- When:
- Tuesday January 26 2010 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE, Epsom Rd, Flemington, Melbourne, VIC, 3031
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Women’s Team Meeting
The first Women's Team meeting of 2010 will be held from 6.30 - 7.30pm at the Victorian Action Centre on Wednesday 20th January
- When:
- Wednesday January 20 2010 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Victorian Action Centre, Suite 8, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
“HUMAN RIGHTS: Whose business?”
In celebration of International Human Rights Day on the 10th of December, the Australian Tamil Congress, in collaboration with the Humanitarian Crisis Hub, is hosting an evening of discussion and information about human rights in Australia and across the globe
- When:
- Thursday December 10 2009 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Fourth floor, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane (between Elizabeth and Swanston Streets), Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Denise Cauchi
Peace Through Justice Nobel Peace Prize Breakfast
You are invited to celebrate Human Rights Day, 10 December, 2009, with a special breakfast event featuring His Holiness The Dalai Lama.
- When:
- Thursday December 10 2009 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Where:
- Melbourne Convention Centre, South Whalf, Melbourne, VIC, 3006
- RSVP:
- 8th December 2009
- Cost:
- $145
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Workshop - Planning a human rights campaign
This workshop will provide a practical look at developing a campaigning and advocacy strategy.
- When:
- Saturday November 28 2009 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- To be announced, VIC
- Contact:
- Humanitarian Crisis Hub
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The Venus Room Stop Violence Against Women Event
On the 27th of November The Venus Room at the Substation in Newport is a one night event helping to raise awareness for the Stop Violence Against Women campaign.
- When:
- Friday November 27 2009 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport, Melbourne, VIC, 3015
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Amnesty International Victoria LGBT Group TRIVIA NIGHT
Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Amnesty International Victoria LGBT group Trivia Night.
- Action Group:
- LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgendered) Network
- When:
- Thursday November 26 2009 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Bella Union Ballroom, 1st floor, Trades Hall, Corner of Lygon & Victoria Streets, (enter from Lygon St), Carlton, VIC, 3053
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Andrew
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Victorian Action Centre Staff & Activist Morning Tea
Staff and Activists from the Victorian Action centre will be given the chance to meet Secretary General Irene Khan at an informal morning tea.
- When:
- Friday November 20 2009 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- Benenson Room, Victorian Action Centre, Suite 8, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- RSVP:
- 16th November 2009
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
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Film Night - Intervention: Katherine, NT
The Victorian Action Centre is proud to present a film screening of “Intervention: Katherin, NT “
- Action Group:
- Demand Dignity Team
- When:
- Wednesday November 11 2009 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- Glitch Bar & Cinema, 318 St Georges Rd, North Fitzroy, VIC, 3068
- Cost:
- $1 - 2
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
Forum - Sri Lanka: Human Rights Issues and Media Representation
“The systematic abuses by Sri Lankan government forces are among the most serious imaginable" Archbishop Desmond Tutu, 15 May 2008
- When:
- Tuesday November 10 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Lecture Theatre K321 (Halstead Theatre) 3rd floor, Building K, Monash University, Caulfield, VIC, 3162
- Contact:
- David Feith
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Open Gardens - Bendigo
The Amnesty International Bendigo branch will be holding an open gardens afternoon from 1pm until 4.30pm on Sunday , 8th November.
- Action Group:
- Bendigo
- When:
- Sunday November 08 2009 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Where:
- Goldfields Revegetation Tannery Lane, Strathfieldsaye, VIC, 3551
Fundraising Play - Seperate Tables
Seperate Tables by Terence Rattigan
Amnesty South Eastern Group's annual fundraising event. All proceeds to Amnesty International.
- Action Group:
- South Eastern
- When:
- Thursday November 05 2009 8:15 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Lechte Road, Mt Waverley, VIC, 3149
- Cost:
- $20
Play: Key for Two
Join the Borrondara Local Group at the production of the theatre piece Key for Two
- When:
- Thursday November 05 2009 8:15 PM - 10:00 PM
- Where:
- Malvern Theatre, 29a Burke Rd, East Malvern, VIC, 3145
- Cost:
- $20
Amnesty International Victoria Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Group
Amnesty International Victoria Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Groups next meeting will be at the Victorian Action Centre, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood at 6pm, Wedensday November 4th.
- When:
- Wednesday November 04 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Rachel
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Workshop - Lobbying for human rights and building political support
This workshop will explore how to lobby and influence politicians and decision-makers and how to strengthen your campaigning through effective networking and strategic alliance building.
- When:
- Saturday October 31 2009 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- To be announced, VIC
- Contact:
- Humanitarian Crisis Hub
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‘Reclaim The Night 2009. End Violence Against Women!’
On Thursday 29th of October Victorian Women's Team AI will be joining in the action at 'Reclaim The Night 2009: End Violence Against Women!”.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Rights Team
- When:
- Thursday October 29 2009 6:30 PM - Friday October 30 2009 9:30 PM
- Where:
- State Library, 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Kelly Brown
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Nalini Kasynatha, Oxfam Programme Coordinator
Amnesty International South Eastern Group invites you to hear Nalini Kasynatha, Oxfam ProgrAmnesty International South Eastern Group invites you to hear Nalini Kasynatha, Oxfam Programme Coordinator for Sri Lanka speaking about the situation in her homeland
- Action Group:
- South Eastern
- When:
- Tuesday October 20 2009 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 383 High St. Road, Mt. Waverley, VIC, 3149
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Film Fundraiser: Mao’s Last Dancer
Williamstown/Footscray Local Group will be hosting a film fundraising event.
- Action Group:
- Williamstown/Footscray
- When:
- Sunday October 04 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 8 Ballarat Street, Yarraville, VIC, 3013
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Bernadette
Workshop - Using online, alternative and independent media for human rights advocacy
This workshop will explore how we can use a far broader array of innovative tactics to mobilise people and campaign for human rights in war and conflict.
- When:
- Saturday October 03 2009 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- To be announced, VIC
- Contact:
- Humanitarian Crisis Hub
Justice Not Jail
Letter Writing Event.
Join Local Group members and take actions on injustices around the world and in Australia.
- When:
- Thursday October 01 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 78 Monbulk Rd, Kallista, VIC, 3791
- RSVP:
- 28th September 2009
- Contact:
- Organisers
Bayside Group Annual Dinner
The Amnesty International Group in Bayside are hosting their annual dinner with guest speaker George Halkias. George began working for The Big Issue Street Magazine in 2004. As a volunteer he set up the Street Socceroos Program and coordinated teams to represent Australia in the Homeless World Cup. George now supports the expansion of The Street Socceroos Program across Australia as Street Socceroos National Coach. He will talk about The Big Issue, Street Soccer and the Education Program.
- Action Group:
- Bayside
- When:
- Friday September 25 2009 6:59 PM - 9:29 PM
- Where:
- 14 Sandringham Rd, Sandringham, VIC, 3191
- RSVP:
- 20th September 2009
- Cost:
- $25, 20
- Contact:
- Roslyn Fox
Women’s Team meeting
Join the Women's Team meeting to see if defending women's human rights defenders, ensuring equal response to domestic violence for Australian women across the nation, standing up for women's rights around the world are what you want to be a part of.
- Action Group:
- Women’s Team
- When:
- Wednesday September 23 2009 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Elena
Demand Dignity team meeting
The Demand Dignity team's fourth meeting at the Victorian Action Centre
- Action Group:
- Demand Dignity Team
- When:
- Wednesday September 02 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- The Victorian Action Centre, Suite 8, 134 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Laura Gilmartin
Inner South Local Group: New Members meeting
We welcome Amnesty International members from our local area or those completely new to Amnesty International to come along and find out what a local group does and to find out about our campaigns and chat to our activists. There will be an introduction to Amnesty International and the current campaigns and also the launch of our Case File on Myo Min Zaw and Ko Aye Aung - political prisoners from Burma.
- Action Group:
- Inner South
- When:
- Wednesday August 26 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Function Room, Mt Erica Hotel, 420 High St (Cnr High Street and Williams Rd), Prahran, VIC, 3181
- Contact:
- Emily
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Literary Lunch with Catherine Deveny
Amnesty International Carlton Group invites you to our annual Literary Lunch with guest speaker Catherine Deveny
Workshop - New tactics for human rights advocacy and campaigning
The workshop will look at how groups can most effectively utilise new and online media for their campaigning work.
- When:
- Saturday August 22 2009 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- To be announced, VIC
- Contact:
- Humanitarian Crisis Hub
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South Eastern Local Group Event with Guest Speaker
Heather Whitaker and Hayley Franklin from the AIA Indigenous Human Rights Awareness.
- Action Group:
- South Eastern
- When:
- Tuesday August 18 2009 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Where:
- 383 High St Rd, Mt Waverley, VIC, 3149
- Contact:
- Lu
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Iran Crisis - Candle Light Vigil at Federation Square
Iranians light candles in front of the image of Neda Agha Soltan, who was killed by a bullet during a protest in Tehran
Iran Crisis - Candle Light Vigil at Federation Square
- When:
- Sunday July 05 2009 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC
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Demand Dignity Team Meeting
Come along to the Demand Dignity's second meeting this Wednesday evening at the Victorian Action Centre.
- When:
- Wednesday July 01 2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Suite 8, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Laura
‘Comfort Women’ Regional Tour
This week Amnesty International is touring regional Victoria to campaign for 'Comfort Women' in Geelong and Warrnambool
- When:
- Monday June 29 2009 12:00 PM - Wednesday July 01 2009 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Geelong and Warrnambool, VIC
- Contact:
- Zoe
Candle Light Vigil at City Square
On Sunday 28 June join Melbourne's Iranian community in a candlelight vigil at City Square to remember those that have died fighting for freedom in Iran.
- When:
- Sunday June 28 2009 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Where:
- Corner Swanston and Collins Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Run for freedom at Run Melbourne 2009
Support human rights around the world with and be part of one of the biggest (and funnest!) fun runs in Australia. Fancy dress encouraged.
- When:
- Sunday June 28 2009 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Aung San Suu Kyi’s Birthday Dinner
Come and celebrate the birthday of a truly inspiring woman!
- When:
- Friday June 19 2009 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 101 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, VIC, 3122
- RSVP:
- 9th June 2009
- Cost:
- $30
- Contact:
- David
Youth Action Network Movie and Pizza Night
Great DVD and free pizza - what more could you ask for?
- Action Group:
- Youth Action Network
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- RSVP:
- 1st June 2009
- Contact:
- Jess
Hot Air Balloon for Tiananmen Square
Melbourne's Hot Air Ballooning
Join us to view the Amnesty 'Time for Justice' Banner during a dawn flight.
- When:
- Thursday June 04 2009 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
- Where:
- CBD, VIC
- Contact:
- Zoe
Demand Dignity Team First Meeting
The Demand Dignity Team's first official meeting at the Victorian Action Centre.
- Action Group:
- Demand Dignity Team
- When:
- Wednesday June 03 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Where:
- Suite 8, 134 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Laura
Coffee, music and human rights
Human Rights Act
Come down to the Re: Vault cafe at RMIT for great coffee, some live music and the opportunity to contribute to the human rights act for Australia
- When:
- Tuesday June 02 2009 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Where:
- 336 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Jemma
Workshop - Advocating for human rights in war and conflict
This free workshop provided by the Humanitarian Crisis Hub will help you improve your activism skills and outcomes.
- When:
- Saturday May 23 2009 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- 673 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- Humanitarian Crisis Hub
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Victorian Branch Annual General Meeting 2009
BAGM 2007
The annual meeting for all Victorian Amnesty International Australia members to help shape our future in defending human rights.
- When:
- Saturday May 16 2009 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- RSVP:
- 13th May 2009
- Contact:
- Zoe Croft
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Williamstown – Footscray Local Group Dinner for Father Nguyen Van Ly
Father Nguyen Van LyThe Williamstown – Footscray Amnesty International Local Group invites you to join us for dinner to celebrate the 63rd birthday of Father Nguyen Van Ly.
- Action Group:
- Williamstown/Footscray
- When:
- Thursday May 14 2009 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- 32 Irving Street, Footscray, VIC, 3011
- RSVP:
- 9th May 2009
- Contact:
- Jeff
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Candle Day 2009
An Activist helps out at Candle Day '08
Candle Day is a time to get active, raise awareness and celebrate the work of Amnesty International in your local community
- When:
- Friday May 08 2009 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Where:
- Statewide and Melbourne CBD - Bourke St Mall, Federation Square, QV Centre and the State Library, VIC
- Contact:
- Victorian Candle Day Committee
Trivia Night
Do you know which year vegemite was created in?
Or what the speed limit in Nutbush is according to Tina Turner?
Film Screening - The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
Come along to this film and meet the Brunswick Local Group and take action for the Demand Dignity campaign.
- Action Group:
- Brunswick (Inner North)
- When:
- Thursday April 30 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- 380 Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC, 5053
- Cost:
- $20
- Contact:
- Danielle
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SVAW stall at Heidelberg
Bringing the Stop Violence Against Women campaign to Heidelberg!
- When:
- Friday April 17 2009 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, VIC, 3084
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
VIC Bayside Group Sausage Sizzle
Bayside Group Sausage Sizzle on Easter Saturday
SVAW stall at Werribee Plaza
Keep your eye out for AIA:Vic's SVAW stall at Werribee Plaza
- When:
- Tuesday April 07 2009 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Werribee Plaza, Cnr. Derrimut & Heaths Roads, Werribee, VIC, 3030
- Contact:
- Victorian Action Centre
Movie and Discussion Night
Amnesty International Victoria Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Group - Close the Gap evening
- Action Group:
- Indigenous Human Rights Awareness Group
- When:
- Friday April 03 2009 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Where:
- Suite 8, 134 Cambridge Street, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- Hayley
Murder Most Foul
Amnesty International the HILLS GROUP is hosting a talk by author Kevin Morgan
Stop Violence Against Women Stall at Weerama Festival
Join Amnesty at the Weerama Festival to take action on the Stop Violence Against Women campaign
- When:
- Sunday March 29 2009 10:00 AM - Monday March 30 2009 2:23 PM
- Where:
- Shop 3/70 Watton Street (outside Medicare), Watton Street, Werribee, VIC, 3030
- Contact:
- Zoe
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International Women’s Day – Time for a National Plan of Action
Australia's current funding to address violence against women is significantly below international standards – This International Women's Day take action and make sure your Local MP starts addressing this problem.
- When:
- Sunday March 08 2009 12:00 AM - Monday March 09 2009 12:00 AM
- Where:
- Melbourne, VIC
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Stop Violence Against Women stall at Vagina Monologues in St Kilda
Victorian SVAW Activists © AIA
We're holding a stall at this showing of the production Vagina Monologues at the National Theatre in St Kilda, come along and get involved in a letter writing action addressed to your local MP, crucial in obtaining enough funds allocated in the national budget for an NPoA
- When:
- Saturday February 21 2009 7:59 PM - 9:59 PM
- Where:
- The National Theatre, St Kilda, VIC
- Cost:
- $45/38
- Contact:
- The National Theatre – Ph:03 9525 4611
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From Far to Here
We're supporting the Far to Here exhibition, a moving exhibition, which commemorates the sixth anniversary of the Darfur conflict, showing in Melbourne through February. The exhibition features photographs taken by more than 16 young Sudanese who fled to Australia.
- When:
- Wednesday February 11 2009 6:00 PM - Saturday February 21 2009 6:00 PM
- Where:
- fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Ln, Melbourne, VIC
Rendition Monologues
London-based company Actors for Human Rights will be performing their new production Rendition Monologues in Melbourne.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Where:
- Fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Cost:
- $15
- Contact:
- Amnesty VIC
South Eastern Amnesty Group Event
South Eastern Amnesty Group is celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights with a casual bistro dinner and speaker on the UDHR and its acheivement.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM
- Where:
- Nottinghill Pub, 260 Ferntree Gully Road, Nottinghill, VIC, 3168
Victoria Action Centre
Get involved in your local 60th anniversary Universal Declaration of Human Rights celebrations by contacting the Victoria Action Centre.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Where:
- Suite 8, 134 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC, 3066
- Contact:
- VIC Action Centre
Schools Action throughout Victoria
School groups around Victoria are organising campus celebrations for the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- When:
- Wednesday December 10 2008 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Schools around Victoria, VIC
- Contact:
- Amnesty VIC
FIRE UP
Help us FIRE UP the Amnesty International Candle in celebration of the 60th Anniversary ofthe Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- When:
- Tuesday December 09 2008 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Where:
- Melbourne Girls College, Yarra Boulevard, Richmond, VIC
- Contact:
- Amnesty VIC
Stop Violence Against Women
Come down to our stall in Federation Sqaure, call on your MP to give full support to a National Plan of Action to Stop Violence Against Women. 10am - 4pm
- When:
- Saturday November 29 2008 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Where:
- Cnr Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
- Contact:
- AIA Victoria Womens Team
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