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Amnesty International Australia

Campaign newsletter November 08

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At least one in three women around the world has been physically abused.

During 16 Days of Activism 2008 - 25 November to 10 December - thousands of people and organisations around the world will take a stand in solidarity against gender-based violence. Be a part of the action.

Find out more about 16 Days and what you can do

 

In this edition

Human Rights Arts & Film Festival

The 2008 Human Rights Arts and Film Festival is packed with some of the world's most inspiring art, films, music and speakers, and is travelling this year to five Australian cities. Starting soon!

Find out more

Obama must support rights

Thanks to everyone who responded to our email and sent a message urging President-elect Obama to take action on human rights in his first 100 days. There’s still time if you haven’t already!

Read more and write to the President-elect

Latest news and blogs

- Video: Palestinian refugees in Syria/Iraq
- Girl, 13, stoned to death in Somalia

All the latest blogs

- Excessive jail terms for Burmese dissidents
- Europe should take on G'Bay detainees

All the latest news

Notice to donors and new human rights defenders

Our database upgrade is still causing a slight delay in our donation processing. We apologise for the delay in getting back to you. You will hear from us soon.

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Write to your MP about gender-based violence

The Australian Government is drafting a National Plan of Action to reduce violence against women and children. Right now is a critical time for the Plan’s success – please help us make sure it’s as effective as possible by contacting your local MP.

Take action now

Crisis in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Eastern DRC is at risk of descending into humanitarian catastrophe unless more resources are provided to the UN peacekeeping effort. Urge our government to give full support to the relief effort.

Read more and take action

Shop for human rights

Shop for human rights this festive season and buy a book from Amnesty. For a limited period, we are offering a 10% discount on the World Press Yearbook 2008. Take advantage of this offer while stocks last.

See all Amnesty books

No more executions in Indonesia

In the wake of the execution of the Bali Bombers, Amnesty repeats its call on Indonesia to abolish the death penalty.

Read more, have your say

Jobs at Amnesty

Street campaigner and fundraising positions available around the country with Amnesty International Australia right now.

Find out more

More about Amnesty International

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