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Community is Everything Australia
Community is Everything crowd sourced video
18 June 2018 | 11:56 am

Thanks for helping us get the word out for kids! Here’s what you’ll need to do. Step 1 Sign up using the form below so we know you’re keen and we can get in touch to help if you need. Step 2 Film unscripted, genuine, funny and poignant responses that come from your kids. It’s […]

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Asia
Japan: Investigate brewer Kirin over payment to Myanmar military amid ethnic cleansing of Rohingya
15 June 2018 | 1:00 am

Japanese beer company admitted its subsidiary made three donations during recent violence in Rakhine State Head of military filmed receiving donation which he said was for security forces Kirin admits it does not know how its donations were used Japanese authorities must urgently launch an investigation into payments that a subsidiary of the multinational brewing […]

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Freedom of expression, association and assembly Europe
Russia: The bravest World Cup team you’ve never heard of
8 June 2018 | 10:38 am

As Russia prepares for the opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2018, Amnesty International is shining a spotlight on 11 Russian human rights champions who routinely put their lives on the line to defend human rights in Russia. A new campaign, Team Brave, will profile a human rights defender from each of the 11 […]

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A close up photo of Taner Kiliç speaking into a microphone
Individuals at risk Middle East
Turkey: One year since the imprisonment of Taner Kılıç, demands for his release will not be silenced
6 June 2018 | 11:22 am

Despite the Turkish government’s cynical crackdown on human rights, activists for justice and freedom will not be silenced, Amnesty International said on the first anniversary of the detention of Taner Kılıç. The Honorary Chair of Amnesty International Turkey was arrested on 6 June 2017 on a baseless charge of belonging to a terrorist organisation. More […]

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Rock for Refugees

Rock for Refugees! All Ages Come along and rock out to youth bands; the theme is Human Rights. The aim is to raise awareness of Refugee issues under the Australian Government’s policy. Invite your friends and join us for a fantastic night of music.

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Gender and sexuality
Glitter Knitters

Fancy some chilled out down time knitting with fellow queer human rights activists? Then this is definitely for you! Join Queer Amnesty International Adelaide Action Group and ARTillery South Australia‘s new knitting circle, happening every Saturday this June. This knitting circle aims to allow local LGBTQIA+ members to bond, build rapport and engage in casual […]

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Graphic of hands raising in rainbow colors
Stall in the Wollongong Mall Friday Market

Amnesty International Wollongong Group are hosting a stall in the Wollongong Mall Friday Market, to raise awareness and engage the local communities on human rights issues. Head down and say hello to the group, and sign the all important petitions!

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A photo of a group of eight Amnesty volunteers (both men and women) wearing Amnesty tshirts. The volunteers have their backs to the camera and the word 'Volunteer' is emblazoned across the back of their tshirts.
Australia
Thanks to our Volunteers
23 May 2018 | 11:10 am

Amnesty International Australia is an organisation founded on volunteers. Without these passionate, dedicated individuals, we would be unable to achieve human rights impact across Australia and around the globe. We would cease to exist. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the vital work of our volunteers. Whether you give an hour a […]

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Man with dark skin in business attire with green, rural farmlands behind him.
Refugee rights Australia
‘Returning refugees to their agricultural roots’: Emmanuel Musoni
17 May 2018 | 4:17 pm

“I was born in Rwanda, but was raised in Nakivale refugee camp in Uganda and lived there until I was 16 years old. As a young man I came to Australia as a student. Now I live in Sydney and I help to resettle refugees in Australia, including in places like Mingoola and Armidale. Dreams […]

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The stuffed fish with saffron rice
Refugee rights
My New Neighbour Picnic

We will be hosting a picnic in Whitesands Park Huskisson to celebrate diversity and to raise awareness of the My New Neighbour Campaign. Each group member will provide food that reflects their heritage and games and activities will demonstrate the diversity within our group.

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