Defending Human Rights
WEBSep 23, 2024 · 10 million people strong, the movement works. We bring torturers to justice, change oppressive laws and free people around the world jailed for voicing their opinions. And we do this thanks to the generosity and passion of people like you. How It works. Freedom of expression, association and assembly.
Amnesty International Australia Human Rights Barometer …
WEB19 August 2021. Australia is the only liberal democracy without a national human rights protection. Our annual Human Rights Barometer report investigates 7 key areas of human rights concern and highlights how a single Human Rights Act will uphold the rights of everyone and provide a mechanism to hold decision-makers to account.
What we do – Amnesty International Australia
WEBJul 19, 2018 · Through our detailed research and determined campaigning, we help fight abuses of human rights worldwide. We bring torturers to justice. Change oppressive laws. And free people jailed just for voicing their opinion. Donate today.
Amnesty International Report 2021/22: The state of the world’s …
WEB29 March 2022. The Amnesty International Report 2020/21 documents the human rights situation in 154 countries and presents recommendations for governments and others. It is essential reading for policy makers, advocates, activists and anyone with an interest in human rights. In the world. From a human rights perspective, 2021 was largely a story of betrayal and hypocrisy in the corridors of power.
Does Australia have a racism problem?
WEBOct 6, 2021 · Australia’s Race Discrimination Commissioner described racism as a ‘signficant social and national security threat to Australia’. While it may be a difficult truth to confront, it is clear that Australia has an enduring problem with racial discrimination and abuse. To combat racial abuse, Australians must first acknowledge that racism is ...
Report: Amnesty International Australia Human Rights Barometer …
WEB5 September 2022. Australia is the only liberal democracy without a national human rights protection. Our latest annual Human Rights Barometer report investigates key areas of human rights concern and highlights how a single Human Rights Act will uphold the rights of everyone and provide a mechanism to hold decision-makers to account.
Write for Rights - Amnesty International Australia
WEBEvery year, real change happens because of Write for Rights. From 2,326 letters in 1991 to 5.8 million letters, emails and petition signatures from around the world in 2023, Write for Rights has transformed the lives of over 100 people over the years. Together, our voices are powerful enough to challenge injustice and change the world.
Our Vision - Amnesty International Australia
WEBAmnesty International Australia’s 2025 Vision belongs to everyone who helped conceive it, and everyone who will help make it a reality: our activists, members, donors, partners, staff and our hundreds of thousands of supporters across Australia. But most of all, this is a vision for the people affected by human rights violations.
Right to protest - Amnesty International Australia
WEBProtect the right to protest in NSW. In 2020, New South Wales police pepper sprayed peaceful protesters, chased protesters on horseback, and pushed them to the ground - injuring both protesters and bystanders. Call for New South Wales police to respect the right to peacefully assembly - and end their use of excessive force to break up peaceful ...
What are human rights? – Amnesty International Australia
WEBAll human beings are born with equal and inalienable rights and fundamental freedoms. Human rights are based on dignity, equality and mutual respect – regardless of your nationality, your religion or your beliefs. Your rights are about being treated fairly and treating others fairly, and having the ability to make choices about your own life.