tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11735552054699021732011-11-23T13:51:52.624+11:00All the latest information for Amnesty International NSW volunteers, convenors, interns, branch committee members and key activists about what is happening in the region to support our campaigning in the world.Ruby Johnsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00540750877931026877noreply@blogger.comBlogger3831100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173555205469902173.post-20602185656966930712011-05-20T14:38:00.003+10:002011-05-20T14:55:23.665+10:00

Good This week we have bunch of good news stories to share with you. A total of thirteen individuals deemed at risk, from Bangladesh, Cameroon, China and Zimbabwe have all recently been released from detention. Amnesty International Urgent Actions had been issued for all of them. For more details, click here Not so good A reprieve has been grant but it might only be temporary. Amnesty

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Impact of NT Intervention Speak Out Speakers: NT Rights Holders: Richard Downs Alyawarr Elder and Spokesperson Northern territory Ngarla kunoth Monks Alyawarr spokesperson Northern territoy Barbara Shaw Mt Nacy Town camp Alice Springs AIA Indigenous Sponsorship recipients to attend the UN Permantent Forum: Steven Ross - Yarkawa Aboriginal Corporation - Wamba Wamba Nation NSW Janine Gertz - Gugu

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Coinciding with National Volunteer Week, following this catch-up each of you is warmly invited to a Taste of Freedom dinner, hosted by our National Director, Claire Mallinson. This dinner is to pay tribute to the tireless work of all our volunteers over the past 50 years. When: Tuesday 10th May 2011 (meeting 6 - 7.30pm; dinner from 7.30pm). Where: Amnesty International Action Centre, Level 1,

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Refugee Week is a unique time of year to celebrate the contributions that refugees bring to Australia as well as showing support to refugees and their families. It is a time to reflect on what we would do if we were in a similar position as some of those who seek asylum in Australia. It is a great opportunity to hold an event and to build awareness of the needs of refugees.If you are an Amnesty

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NSW Community Campaigns Assistant · Are you high performing, energetic and well organised coordinator? · Do you have a passion for campaigning and defending human rights ? · Sydney based part-time contract 30 May 2011 to 26 August 2011 (12 weeks) Amnesty International Australia is one of Australia’s largest not for profit organisations and is part of the global movement defending human rights and

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Are you a local activist, human rights defender or victim of human rights abuses? Do you know a local activist, human rights defender or victim of human rights abuses?Do you feel like sharing your story?Amnesty International Australia is on the look-out for inspiring stories which would be highlighted in local media outlets to coincide with Amnesty's 50th Birthday.If you want to participate in

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Please join us for this exciting media workshop:This media course offers practical advice for effective media work. Media is an essential method for taking human rights messages to wide and diverse audiences. Engaging with the media can determine the success of a campaign and can help influence community attitudes and perceptions. This workshop aims to provide the essential tools and tips for

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The NSW region will hold a 'Get Active' Evening to give new members, activists and volunteers an introduction to Amnesty International and present the various ways in which you can get involved in the defence of human rights.When: Tuesday, March 22nd, time TBCWhere: At the NSW action centre - Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, ChippendaleRSVP: nswccintern@amnesty.org.au

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Amnesty International has expressed outrage at the Queensland Police Service’s failure to secure justice for the death in custody of Indigenous man Mulrunji Doomadgee on Palm Island in 2004.The Queensland Police Service yesterday rejected the Crime and Misconduct Commission’s recommendation to bring disciplinary action against the officers involved in the flawed investigation that followed Mr

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After five years of our letter writing, petition signing and advocacy, our leaders have stepped up and released a national plan to help put an end to violence against women in Australia.Did you know that some 4 million women in Australia have experienced violence at home, intimidation by their loved ones or sexual abuse at some stage of their lives? Worst of all, it often takes place out of sight

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Are you a local activist, human rights defender or victim of human rights abuses? Do you know a local activist, human rights defender or victim of human rights abuses?Do you feel like sharing your story?Amnesty International Australia is on the look-out for inspiring stories which would be highlighted in local media outlets to coincide with Amnesty's 50th Birthday.If you want to participate in

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To date, the refugee debate in Australia has been dominated by misinformation and unfounded fears. As a result, the unfair and ineffective policy of mandatory detention has continued virtually unchallenged.As Australia’s detention system deteriorates, it’s time to get your MP to rethink refugees and support a detention policy that is based on the facts: - It is not illegal to seek asylum, even

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Amnesty International has called for Immigration Minister Chris Bowen to immediately announce the terms of the inquiry into the use of force against protesting asylum seekers on Christmas Island, and to confirm that it will meet international human rights standards regarding independence and impartiality.“Following revelations that bean bag rounds, fired by shotguns, were used against protesting

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On Friday, April 8th*, Amnesty International Australia will host a film screening at the NSW Action Centre, to bring attention to the Australian government’s failure to uphold its international commitment to protecting the rights of indigenous people.Directed and produced by Sinem Saban and Damien Curtis – who have both been involved in fighting for Aboriginal rights for years –, “Our Generation”

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First of all, what is a Reconciliation Action Plan?The RAP program was launched in July 2006 as a forward looking aspect of the 40th anniversary of the 1967 referendum, the most successful in Australia’s history, in which more than 90% of voters said “YES” to equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fellow citizens.The RAP program turns “good intentions into action” by encouraging and

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Let's reject the myths and think again about asylum seekers and refugeesAs part of the Amnesty International Refugee and Asylum Seeker Campaign, an action pack – including details of letters, photo messages and video messages – petitions, flyers, and solidarity cards in both Persian and English are now available for you to get involved and change the discourse on refugees!If you are interested in

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Su Su Nway - MyanmarLabour activist Su Su Nway, who is a member of the main opposition party National League for Democracy (NLD), is serving a sentence of eight years and six months in a remote prison, far from her family, for taking part in anti-government protests.In November 2007, she was arrested for putting up an anti-government banner near the hotel in Yangon, Myanmar’s biggest city, where

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There is no face to face fundraising this week.

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For updates on the situation in Egypt please follow the links below where you can find the latest information coming out of the region.http://www.amnesty.org.au/crisis/comments/24666/http://www.amnesty.org/en/library/info/MDE12/015/2011/en

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Today the Minister for the Status of Women, Kate Ellis, announced the launch of the ‘National Plan to Reduce Violence Against Women and Their Children’. She stated that, “It is time to end the ad hoc and generalised solutions – it is time for us to work together, to share our best practices and to make a real difference for Australian women.”The plan aims to:- reduce the prevalence of domestic

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There is no face to face activity for this week in NSW.

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Vietnamese human rights activist and Catholic priest Father Nguyen Van Ly is at risk of being returned to prison in mid-March despite his fragile health. He suffered from a stroke in prison in November 2009 which left him partially paralyzed, after being held in solitary confinement. He did not receive adequate medical treatment. Father Ly, now aged 64, was granted a 12 month “temporary

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Volunteers needed urgently for Saturday for a range of roles including collecting petition signatures! RSVP ASAP: nswccintern@amnesty.org.auStand in solidarity with the people of Egypt and the wider Middle East and North Africa to demand an end to the restrictions on protesters' rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.Amnesty International is coordinating solidarity actions across

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2010 In Review2010 was an action packed year for human rights. We have much to be proud of. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment. Throughout 2010 we sent regular updates on key campaign activities. By clicking on the link below you’ll be able to access a slide show featuring 10 such highlights from 2010 as well as a blog by Claire Mallinson, first published by ABC’s The Drum: http:

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More refugee booklet training sessions will be run in the Action Centre in the following months. If you would like to attend but cannot make any of these sessions, please email and register your interest and we will get back to you when more training sessions come up.For more info on our current refugee campaign see blog posts below.Session 1When: Tuesday 1st March, 6-8pm (TBC)Where: Level 1, 79

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Monday 24th January - PyrmontTuesday 25th January - GlebeWednesday 26th January - Public HolidayThursday 27th January - Milsons PointFriday 28th January - NewtownSaturday 29th January - none

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When: Wednesday 2 February and Monday 7 FebruaryTime: 6-8pmWhere: Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, ChippendaleRSVP: nswccintern@amnesty.org.auFor more information see blog posts below about the current refugee campaign.

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NSW Action Group Catch-Up When: Monday 21st February 2011 from 6 - 7.30pm. Where: Amnesty International Action Centre, Level 1, 79 Myrtle St, Chippendale RSVP (please mention if you are going to attend in person or ring in), enquiries and to arrange assistance for transport and accommodation: nswccintern@amnesty.org.au or on 8396 7665 If you are unable to attend in person but are keen to ring in

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As part of the Amnesty International Refugee and Asylum Seeker Campaign, we are encouraging Australians to have 10 Conversations about asylum seekers. This is a strategy to get Australians to ‘think again’ about asylum seekers in order to facilitate genuine attitudinal change within the community and in broader Australia. Activists will be armed with facts and personal stories from asylum seekers

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Monday 17th January - Sutherland and Potts PointTuesday 18th January - Leichhardt and RandwickWednesday 19th January - Burwood and RozelleThursday 20th January - KensingtonFriday 21st January - Pyrmont and Newtown (*note* CCNSW and HFA teams should not work on Missenden Road near the hospital as this is inappropriate.)Saturday 22nd January - (none)

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Amnesty International's Human Rights Innovation Fund provides those interested in promoting and defending human rights with funding to support new, innovative and creative initiatives which will have impact in Australia. The Fund is an important part of Amnesty International's ongoing commitment to developing partnerships with other organisations to increase our human rights impact and promote

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We will be running a training session for the refugees campaign on Wednesday 19th January in the Action Centre. The training will introduce our current campaign tool, the conversation booklet, and teach you how to have a meaningful conversation about refugees and answer any questions you may have. Everyone interested is welcome to attend.When: Wednesday 19th January, 6-8pmWhere: Level 1, 79

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As part of planning for AI@50, the media team is looking to start collecting stories from yourselves, activists and campaigners who have inspirational personal stories which could possibly be used for media opportunities.This could include:Inspirational stories from communities Challenging and changing community perceptions in relation to human rights issues Human rights winsQuirky and colourful

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Monday 10th January - Coffs HarbourTuesday 11th January - UrungaWednesday 12th January - Nambucca HeadsThursday 13th January - Coffs HarbourFriday 14th January - Dee WhySaturday 15th January - Bellingen

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As you know, the purpose of the HRIF is to provide those interested in promoting and defending human rights with direct access to funding to support new, innovative and creative initiatives which will have impact in Australia. The HRIF is an important part of Amnesty International's ongoing commitment to developing and nurturing partnerships with other organisations to increase our human rights

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The Radios for Burma campaign in 2010 was a great success with the number of radios received well exceeding our target of 1500. As of 2 November we had received 1817 radios with more still coming. For more information about the Radios for Burma campaign go to our website: http://www.amnesty.org.au/crisis/comments/24008?p=donate&utm_source=radios1&utm_content=strapline&utm_campaign=BDRADIO10CAOne

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UN member states have voted to restore a controversial reference to sexual orientation in a resolution against the unjustified killing of minority groups.The clause had been removed after pressure from some Arab and African member states but the US had pushed to have it reinstated. The General Assembly voted 93 in favour of the US proposal, with 55 countries voting against and 27 abstaining.The

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Following reports that a boat carrying asylum seekers crashed off Christmas Island in the early hours of Wednesday 15 December, Andrew Beswick, Campaigns Director for Amnesty International Australia, released this statement: “This tragic incident is a reminder of the very real risks that asylum seekers take in their search for safety. The decision to get on a boat to seek asylum is never taken

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MEDIA RELEASE 15 December 2010: Tragic incident a harrowing reminder of the dangers facing asylum seekers in their search for safetyIn response to reports that a boat carrying asylum seekers crashed off Christmas Island earlier today, Andrew Beswick, Campaigns Director for Amnesty International Australia, said:"This tragic incident is a reminder of the very real risks that asylum seekers take in

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Hi everyone,First I wanted to send my apologies to you all that I was not able to attend the Christmas party this week. Unfortunately I was not able to be there as I am in Melbourne at an all campaign meeting planning all the great work ahead for 2011.I wanted to be able to take this opportunity to thank you all for your hard work, tireless campaigning and commitment to Amnesty in 2010.

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We are currently planning training sessions to teach activists how to hold a conversation as part of our ’10 Conversations’ campaign. The first training session will be held in the Action Centre on Thursday 13th January 2011 with two more to follow in late January/early February. Everyone is welcome to attend and learn how to have a conversation about refugees. Further details will be provided in

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In 2011, we will be 50 years old and what better way to celebrate and kick off a year of events than with a global Toast to Freedom. It directly connects our 50th anniversary to our foundations and tells our story from 1961 to today.The Toast to Freedom event will take place simultaneously around the globe with many countries taking part and making the event their own.However, the toast must be

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Tuesday 14th December - Baulkham Hills, Panania and SingletonWednesday 15th December - Baulkham Hills, Summer Hill and SconeThursday 16th December - Baulkham Hills, Petersham and Hawks NestFriday 17th December - Baulkham Hills, Circular Quay and MuswellbrookSaturday 18th December - Baulkham Hills and Newcastle

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Monday 6th December - Merimbula and PictonTuesday 7th December - Bega and Moss ValeWednesday 7th December - Narooma and Goulburn Thursday 8th December - Batemans Bay

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Aid/Watch has won its appeal to the High Court against the Tax Office about its charitable status. It had had its charitable status removed by the ATO on the grounds that the majority of its activities were about lobbying the government. Aid/Watch then appealed this decision all the way to the High Court.The High Court has held that the political lobbying Aid/Watch engaged in through its

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Last week a Skype call was established between Burma’s pro-democracy leader and recently released prisoner of conscience, Aung San Suu Kyi, and Director of Amnesty International Malaysia, Nora Murat. For two nights Amnesty International staff across Australia attempted to call and listen-in on Aung San Suu Kyi’s conversation joined by other youth activists and long time supporters of human rights

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Monday 29th November - Lismore and BerryTuesday 30th November - Casino and WollongongWednesday 1st December - Maclean and Port KemblaThursday 2nd December - Grafton and NowraFriday 3rd December - Maclean and ShellharbourSaturday 4th Decemeber - Grafton and Wollongong

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On 11 November 2010 the UN General Assembly's Third Committee adopted its third resolution calling for a moratorium on the use of the death penalty. The resolution was adopted by 107 votes in favour, 38 against with 36 abstentions. The breakdown of these votes in the Asia Pacific region was: 17 votes in favour; 11 against; with 8 abstentions.More votes favoured the resolution than the last

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Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s best-known prisoner of conscience, has spent more than 15 of the past 21 years under house arrest. She was one of more than 2,200 political prisoners, including prisoners of conscience, currently being held in deplorable conditions for simply exercising their right to peaceful protest.Amnesty International welcomes her release, taking place 6 days after the first

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The validity of Australia's controversial offshore processing of asylum seekers has been thrown into doubt after a court found fundamental errors of law in the system.The High Court has today ruled that two Sri Lankan boat arrivals were denied "procedural fairness" in the review of their rejected refugee status claims. The unanimous judgment found those reviewing refugee determinations were bound

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Rally For Burma Saturday 13th NovemberStand in solidarity with the people of BurmaOn Saturday 13 November Aung San Suu Kyi is suppose to be released from her latest period of house arrest.Join us in standing up for democracy, human rights and freedom in Burma.When: Saturday 13 November 2010Where: Hyde Park, Sydney (at the Archibald Fountain, near St James Train Station)Time: 11 am – 12.30

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Following reports of the escalating hostilities on the Thai-Burma border and at least 10,000 people seeking refuge from Burma in Thailand, the Burma/Crisis Response Team met yesterday.Since then the following work has been done (thanks to those involved).A blog on the current situation added to the 'What next for Burma?' feature page online: http://www.amnesty.org.au/crisis/comments/24085/ An

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Monday 8th November - Singleton and QueanbeyanTuesday 9th November- CessnockWednesday 10th November- Nelson BayThursday 11th November- SingletonFriday 12th November- SconeSaturday 13th November- Toronto

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On Monday 1 November Amnesty International handed over petitions with 23, 418 signatures to Immigration Minister Chris Bowen. The petitions called for the government to reassess the way asylum seekers are treated while their claims are being processed; stop the discrimination against Afghan and Sri Lankan asylum seekers; and ensure that all asylum seekers who arrive in Australia, are processed in

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Monday 1st November - Queanbeyan and Wagga WaggaTuesday 2nd November- QueanbeyanWednesday 3rd November- QueanbeyanThursday 4th November - QueanbeyanFriday 5th November - Queanbeyan

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On 24 October, prisoner of conscience and pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will have spent 15 years under house arrest in Burma. She is one of approximately 2,100 political prisoners in Burma. To mark this sad occasion NSW Community Campaigns held a picnic event in collaboration with Burma Campaign Australia.

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Amnesty International has warned that detention conditions on Christmas Island are deteriorating rapidly and asylum seekers there, as well as in other detention centres around the country, are at grave risk of self-harm and mental illness. An Amnesty International delegation has just returned from an inspection tour of Christmas Island, the Curtin detention centre in Western Australia, and

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On the 13th of November 2010 Amnesty International is organising its second training day of the year to allow NSW activists the opportunity to attain a broader understanding of both our current campaigns, activism strategy and how to improve your action group. This training day will, differently than the previous one, focus extensively on our Refugee Campaign, Burma Campaign and Dignity Campaign.

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Some good news:The relase of the AI IS report "Don't Mine Us out of Existance: Refinery and Bauxite Mine Devestate Lives in India" formed the basis of the government’s decision to axe the mine. The authorities also stalled plans for six fold expansion of the alumina refinery in Lanjigarh, at the base of the hills, and raised questions over pollution. Pazilat Akeniyaz, a Uighur asylum seeker in

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A great article in The Australian by Labor for Refugees - well worth a read!http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/opinion/government-must-follow-refugee-policy/story-e6frg6zo-1225935116151

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An Amnesty International delegation has just returned from an inspection tour of Christmas Island, the Curtin detention centre in Western Australia, and detention facilities in Darwin.Amnesty has warned that detention conditions on Christmas Island are deteriorating rapidly and asylum seekers there, as well as in other detention centres around the country, are at grave risk of self-harm and

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On the 13th of November 2010 Amnesty International is organising its second training day of the year to allow NSW activists the opportunity to attain a broader understanding of both our current campaigns, activism stratgey and how to improve your action group. This training day will focus on our Refugee Campaign, our Demand Dignity Campiagn and lobbying local government, communiy campaigning and

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Amnesty International’s NSW Branch will be hosting an end of year party to celebrate this year’s successes and thank the fantastic work of our volunteers. A photography exhibition based on various campaigns that we have worked on this year will be held on the night. We would love to include photos from your action groups and your events, stories or even a short video clip about who you are and

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As of Monday the 18th of October until 26th of November I, Ruby - NSW Community Campaigner, will be out of the office. During this time I will be in the Northern Territory in Arnhem Land working with an indigenous community on their traditional Homeland in a number of projects that connect to indigenous rights and empowerment.Amnesty International has allowed me this excellent opportunity as part

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Monday:Lidcombe/LidcombeRailway St/OTSSingleton/Singleton/OTS *note*Get permission fromnearby shops. DO NOTWORK near Milba RoseGiftwareTuesday:Revesby/Revesby/OTSCessnock/Cessnock/OTSWednesday:Muswellbrook/Muswellbrook/OTS*note* Near CBA, near mainintersectionToronto/Toronto/OTSThursday:Broadway/Broadway/OTSMuswellbrook/Muswellbrook/OTS*note* Near CBA, near main intersectionFriday:Milsons Point/

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Sorry about the delay.05/10 -Sutherland/Sutherland/ OTSSingleton/Singleton/OTS *note* Get permission fromnearby shops. DO NOT WORK near Milba Rose Giftware06/10 -Dulwich Hill/DulwichHill/OTSMuswellbrook/Muswellbrook/OTS*note* Near CBA, near mainintersection07/10 -Paddington/Paddington/DTD*note* DONT MOVE TO ST VINCENTSToronto/Toronto/OTS08/10 -Leichhardt/Leichhardt/OTSMaitland/Maitland/OTS09/10

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The Federal Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Chris Bowen, announced yesterday that the government has lifted the suspension on the processing of asylum claims by Afghan nationals, effective immediately.Dr Graham Thom, Refugee Coordinator for Amnesty International, welcomed the move however stated that the Australian government deserved no praise for reversing this harmful, discriminatory

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Please find below the dial in details for the activist briefing teleconferences:Adelaide 08 8220 0695Brisbane: 07 3811 0695Canberra: 02 6210 0695Darwin: 08 8989 0695Hobart: 03 6240 0695Melbourne: 03 8414 5110Perth: 08 9460 0695Sydney 02 9696 0695Anywhere else in Aus: 1800 333 803Pin code: 423064#When you distribute this invite to activists, please let them know that each campaigner will be

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Here are the times with the names of the Campaigns each briefing will be on: Jenny Leong - Tues 5th Oct (6-7pm) Crisis Response Alex Pagliaro - Thurs 7th Oct (6-7pm) Refugees & Asylum Seekers Sarah Marland - Tues 12th Oct (6-7pm) Homelands Hannah Harborow - Wed 13th Oct (6-7pm) Demand Dignity International

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Refugee campaign update The debate around asylum seeker policy in this year’s federal election was characterised by misinformation, fear and confusion. In order to ensure the next election does not unfold the same way, we have embarked on a new campaign to change public attitudes towards asylum seekers. In order to do this we need to encourage Australians to have a fresh look at the facts and

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World Day against the Death Penalty is approaching quickly, 10th Ocotober.If you group is planning anything this year please contact the NSW Community Campaigner, Ruby Johnson on ruby.johnson@amnesty.org.auRuby can send you the latest action and any relevant campaign material.

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The purpose of the HRIF is to provide those interested in promoting and defending human rights with direct access to funding to support new, innovative and creative initiatives which will have impact in Australia. The HRIF is an important part of Amnesty International's ongoing commitment to developing and nurturing partnerships with other organisations to increase our human rights impact.The

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Firstly some important logistical updates...We currenlty have new materials for the Burma Campaign such as;- A5 flyers- A4 Campaign digest that explain the situation in detail- Interactve photo booth (a good thing to attract people to stalls)- 15 minute DVD about Burma- Posters of Aung San Sui Kyi- Petition to the Malaysian Government-Iphones with a special Burma phone application.... plus lots

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On the 13th of November 2010 Amnesty International is organising its second training day of the year to allow NSW activists the opportunity to attain a broader understanding of both our current campaigns, activism stratgey and how to improve your action group. This training day day will, differently than the previous one, focus extensively on both our Refugee Campaign and Women in Iran campaign.

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Canterbury-Bankstown Express, 10 August 2010, General News, Page 9“Accomplishments score selection World leaders will listen”Article about UN youth ambassador from Bankstown - Samah Hadid – who is a member of Amnesty International's cultural diversity steering committee.Illawarra Mercury, 14 August 2010, General News, Page 19“Aust fears Burma poll won’t be fair”Amnesty Quoted: Amnesty

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Monday 27th of September 2010: Dulwich Hill/Dulwich Hill/OTSTuesday 28th of September 2010: Kingsford/Kingsford/DTDWednesday 29th of September 2010: Surry Hills/Posit 3 -Elizabeth / Foveaux/OTSThursday 30th of September 2010: Parramatta/Parramatta/OTSFriday 1st of September 2010: Randwick OTS/Randwick OTS/OTS

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On 24 October Aung San Suu Kyi will have spent 15 years under house arrest. She is just one of 2,100 political prisoners in Burma. “Please use your liberty to promote ours” – Aung San Suu Kyi. Australians have never faced such persecution. But we stand up for those who do. On Sunday 24 October people will gather in Victoria Park, Camperdown Sydney, to form a human message of support for Aung San

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Monday 20th September -Balmain/Balmain/OTSTuesday 21st September -Edgecliff/Edgecliff/DTDWednesday 22nd September -Revesby/Revesby/OTSThursday 23rd September -Broadway/Broadway/OTSFriday 24th September -Paddington/Paddington/ DTD *note* DONT MOVE TO ST VINCENTS

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HILLS Grammar students from Rogan House have been putting their hands up in a bid to raise awareness for human rights. Principal Robert Phipps said the school aimed to provide students with an understanding of global citizenship and the importance of an international perspective. “It is important our graduates are committed to humanitarian values and are willing to promote social justice in our

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If your group has anything that could possibly be newsworthy coming up, please let me know about it and I can help write a press release and organise local media coverage. I will do my best to look out for any upcoming events or newsworthy stories for your group, but as I am only in the office once a week it is easy for me to miss things or find out about them too late to secure any coverage.We

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South Asia Afghanistan German Defense Ministry announced that Germany will pay $5,000 in compensation (3,800 euros, £3,150) to each of the families of people killed or injured in an air strike near the Afghan town of Kunduz on 4 September 2009, after a fatal air strike on two fuel tankers hijacked by the Taliban was ordered by a German commander and killed up to 142 people. The families of 91

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8 Goals 1 Ride has been moved to SUNDAY THE 26th OF SEPTEMBER.All other details remain the same.Ride to show your support for a human rights focus within the Millenium Development Goals.One kilometre per goal around Centennial Park's Grand Drive.Join us for a relaxed ride, followed by a BBQ and guest speaker.CENTENNIAL PARK, SYDNEYSUNDAY 26th of SEPTEMBER 2pm - 5pm

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Monday 13th September: Glebe/Glebe/OTSTuesday 14th September: CBD -Martin Place/Martin Place/OTSWednesday 15th September: St Leonards/Stleonards/OTSThursday 16th September: North Sydney/North Sydney/OTS*note* Locations: Mount St Mall / Miller St / Walker StFriday 17th September: CBD -Circular Quay/CircularQuay/OTS

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Monday 6th of September 2010: Dulwich Hill/OTS, Campsie/Beamishst/OTSTuesday 7th of September 2010: Erskineville/Erskineville Road/OTS, Newtown/OTS (*note* CCNSW and HFA teams should not work on Missenden Road near the hospital as this is inappropriate).Wednesday 8th of September 2010: Bondi Beach/Bondi Beach/OTS, Windsor/Windsor/OTSThursday 9th of September 2010: CBD -Eddy Ave/EddyAve/OTS, CBD -

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Comping up on Sunday the 19th of September we are hosting a Bike Ride around the Grand Drive in Sydney's Centennial Park.Join us for a relaxed ride, followed by a barbeque and talk on how to incorporate a human rights focus into the Millenium Development Goal.Wear a yellow Amnesty Spoke card to show your support!! For more information, email nswccintern@amnesty.org.au

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Welcome to the latest crisis response update. The purpose of these updates is to keep staff, volunteers, interns and key activists in the loop about potential or actual human rights crisis situations that are on our radar. Please note that this update and some of the information contained in it is not public and therefore should not be sent around to general email lists. If you have any questions

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Monday 30th of August 2010: Summer Hill, Sutherland, Queanbeyan-Riverside SCTuesday 31st of August 2010: Paddington/DTD, Merrylands/OTS, Queanbeyan-Riverside SCWednesday 1st of September 2010: Newtown/OTS , Liverpool/OTS, Queanbeyan-Riverside SCThursday 2nd of September 2010: Taylor Square/Oxford Street, CBD -Martin Place/Martin Place/OTS, Queanbeyan-Riverside SC Friday 3rd of September 2010:

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This year, Melbourne is hosting the 63rd Annual UN DPI/NGO Conference, titled 'Advance Global Health – Achieve the MDGs'. The conference will be held from Monday, 30 August , to Wednesday, 1 September , 2010 and will take place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre . The Conference is being organized in partnership between the United Nations Department of Public Information (DPI), the

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The 18th of September marks the two year anniversary of the Saffron Revolution in Burma and the Burmese military junta has announced that an election will be held on the 7th of November. We're keeping a close watch on the situation, and are prioritising this crisis response campaign over the next couple of months.Throughout September - October 2010 we will be running a number of street events as

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We are asking all action groups and all members of Amnesty International to postpone sending any correspondance to the newly elected independent MPs who hold the balance of power in the House of Representatives.Our national director, Claire Mallinson, is currently drafting letters which will be sent to each of them as soon as possible. It is really important that we do not send duplicate letters,

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The issue of asylum seekers was central to this years federal election. The campaigns of both parties used the plight of refugees and asylum seekers as a political tool to spark a debate characterised by misinformation, fear and confusion.Asylum seekers who arrive by boat were front and centre in the media and in the speeches of those in the race to become Australia's next PM.At Amnesty, we do

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In recent months there has been plenty of activity and human rights impact across the organisation. Here is an update on some key activities – including information about our priority campaigns, Annual Report launch, BAGMs, the recent Board meeting and our National Annual General Meeting.Demand DignityIndigenous Rights Coordinator, Rodney Dillon and Board member, Sheena Graham joined Indigenous

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In Australia, at least 40% of women will experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.Amnesty International is currently urging the federal government to act to end violence against women within Australia. The release of the proposed National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children is a step in the right direction. However, without implementation throughout all states

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Last Friday, the 6th of August, Amnesty NSW hosted a Youth Forum in Sydney. Around 70 students from across the country made the journey to Surry Hills to engage with other young people and to take new ideas back to Amnesty action groups throughout NSW.The students attended a number of workshops throughout the day. Each covered how to utilise new forms of media to promote human rights and how to

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Monday 16th of August 2010: Balmain, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Bathurst, Bowral, NowraTuesday 17th of August 2010: Forestville, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Bathurst, Bowral, NowraWednesday 18th of August 2010: Edgecliff, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Bathurst, Bowral, NowraThursday 19th of August 2010: Milsons Point, Mittagong, Moss vale, Bathurst, Bowral, NowraFriday 20th of August 2010: CBD - Australia Square,

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On the 24th of July the Amnesty International NSW Community Campaigns Team organised, in cooperation with our fabulous NSW branch committee, a training day to allow current and future NSW activists the opportunity to attain a broader understanding of both our current campaigns, activism and how to improve their action group. With a warm welcome by Ruby Johnson, an outline of the day, and an

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Here’s a taste of our upcoming Demand Dignity Report.Slums – CambodiaThe Australian Embassy remains a problem in Cambodia and will not speak out against the forced evictions that are happening across the country. The next report, tentatively due in the fourth quarter this year, will focus on the impact of forced evictions on women. Recommendations will include legal and judicial reform. There is

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In the lead up to the election we are still campaigning on the rights of asylum seekers and refugees. Action groups and activists have been organising amazing events all around the country. Check out the blog and the website for more details.There are lots of upcoming events in the NSW region such as a refugee photography exhibition at Carriage work on the 1st of Sept, a myth busting series on

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“Please use your liberty to promote ours” Aung San Suu KyiThe people of Burma have been suffering too long. It's time to stand up for them. As most of you may be aware, the Burmese Government has promised to hold it's first elections in 20 years. Restrictions on freedom of expression, association and assembly are severe and likely to escalate as the vote draws near.Amnesty is calling on ASEAN to

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