The incoming Queensland Government must have a strong youth justice agenda that supports children to thrive in their communities, not be separated from their families in children’s prisons, said Amnesty International today, as it released ‘A Human Rights Agenda For The Next Qld State Government’. The Human Rights Agenda is an 11-point plan for the […]
In Australia, the definition of marriage has changed 20 times. On average, that’s an amendment to the Commonwealth Marriage Act nearly every three years. Without exception, changes to marriage that we now take for granted were controversial at the time. Change is usually incremental and lagging behind the currently accepted societal norms. But we change […]
Amnesty International Australia has posted a solidarity video to its social media channels, to let LGBTQI community members know that they are loved and valued, and that we support them during this time. We want as many members of the LGBTQI community as possible to see this video and know that Amnesty International is standing […]
With people all around the country posting their marriage equality voting forms, psychiatrist and father Dr Matthew Roberts believes marriage equality for all will have a positive effect on the mental health of our children and society as a whole. On the fence? You’ll want to vote yes after reading this. Relationships and wellbeing Every […]
“Amnesty International Australia welcomes NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian’s strong statement recognising marriage equality as a human right and calling for a Yes vote to remove discrimination against our community under law,” Amnesty International Australia’s New South Wales LGBTQI Network convenor Lizzi Price said. “The LGBTQI community is working hard to look after each other at […]
Join us for an all-ages event to promote marriage equality and raise the LGBTI community’s spirits during these turbulent times. Bring some snacks, bring the family, and wear your Sunday finest for this wedding-themed picnic! This event will be at The Gazebo! Whilst this is an LGBTI safe space, allies are also welcome.
“Marriage equality is a human rights issue. Amnesty International Australia wanted a free vote in Parliament to usher in marriage equality in our country. However, now the High Court has ruled the postal survey will proceed, we call on all Australians who believe in fairness, in family, in equality and in love to make certain […]
As the postal plebiscite electoral roll registration period nears its end, National Director Claire Mallinson reminds us that, “Marriage equality is a human right.” Amnesty International Australia’s National Director Claire Mallinson said the organisation is proud to support ‘Wear it Purple’ Day on Friday 25 August 2017. “Today is an opportunity to highlight that young […]
Amnesty International’s Helen Black and Ashgrove action group invite you to a fundraiser at Parliament House. Frederika Steen AM, activist and award-winning humanitarian, will be presenting on the rights of refugees and people seeking asylum, and how they can be protected by ordinary people. Frederika, or Freddie as she is known, spent the first days […]
Amnesty International’s Helen Black and Ashgrove action groups invite you to a fundraising event at Parliament House, featuring an inspiring speech by Federika Steen. Frederika Steen AM, an activist and award-winning humanitarian, will be discussing the plight of refugees and people seeking asylum, and how their rights can be protected by everyday people. Frederika, or […]