Looking to take action for human rights but not sure where to start? Mark your calendar - we’ve got some exciting events coming up! Whether your new to activism or the Amnesty movement, a seasoned activist, or just want to have fun and maybe learn more about human rights, there’s an event for you.
Community Is Everything Activist Hook Up (Indigenous Rights)***
Hear all the latest on the Community Is Everything campaign and chat with special guests Emma Bull, National Advocacy Manager at Amnesty, and Belinda Lowe, Indigenous Rights Campaigner.
Join activists and special guest Emma Bull, National Advocacy Manager at Amnesty, to chat about engaging with Federal MPs on the #MyNewNeighbour campaign.
The Mount Lawley group is hosting a Quiz Night (!!) at the Irish Club in Subi! Test your general knowledge skills at this fun and friendly quiz night! Plenty of prizes up for grabs!
Tickets are $20.
24 August, 61 Townshend Rd, Subiaco WA 6008
https://www.facebook.com/events/1016806015147260/
Get Active! Victoria Park**
We’re hosting a Get Active! session for Vic Park and the surrounds. Find out how you can take action for human rights right now, right here and help make change happen. This session will focus on our current refugee rights campaign.
Free event.
August 2, Victoria Park Community Centre, Cnr Kent & Gloucester St, East Victoria Park WA 6101
https://www.facebook.com/events/191681151503559/
Petition Training**/***
Fun training for new and seasoned activists! This session will get you ready with all the skills you need to confidently get petitions signed!
Free event.
August 19, Victoria Park Farmers’ Market, John MacMillan Park, Kent St, East Victoria Park WA 6101
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Through the impenetrable darkness of human rights violations, oppressed and marginalised people without voices and every injustice that becomes a catastrophic weight on the shoulders of those suffering indescribable pain, loss and grief – are the activists who work towards enabling the burdened to rise and the voiceless to reclaim their voices. Here are their stories…
Feeling the weight of having to justify her passion for activism and human rights campaigning in the past, Jaime Brownsdon, Curtin University Amnesty WA convenor, emphasises the importance of feeling heard and the power of communication, when it comes to telling stories and highlighting injustices.
(Photo: Jaime Brownsdon and Amnesty Curtin Treasurer Amberly Kilmartin)
“Having a conversation is the best way to spread awareness and educate - and being able to help someone understand why the issue is important and why they should care is really awesome,” she said.
Amnesty was different from other experiences, she explained.
“I met a community of people who are all like-minded. I learnt that a lot of people are passionate about similar things and that together, we can actually make a difference.”
Having cared about human rights from a young age, Jaime continued to follow her heart for social justice and became the Amnesty WA convenor at Curtin University, fighting for rights from the student perspective.
“I live in an area where a lot of the families have gone through some incredible hardships. I've had the opportunity to hear the stories of just some of the students at the local school, and they really inspire me to make a difference so that kids like them get a better and fairer future.”
This experience had humbled her.
“[After meeting activists like] Mark Brisbane and Amberly Kilmartin, one year on, they still amaze me with their commitment and passion - something which has been a great motivator and inspiration for me,” she said.
After seeing a number of exciting changes in the way people view human rights and advocacy, Jaime said that Australia had a lot to be proud of, but admitted that the country still had a long way to go.
“Australia has made some really great progress in the past and has been a leader in civil and political rights. Unfortunately, the country still perpetrates human rights abuses, especially in the treatment of refugees and Indigenous people,” she said.
“It's important that Australia continues to grow its activist community, and continue to petition for changes so that we can be free of any human rights abuses.”
Jaime admits that activism will always be important in maintaining a society that is welcoming and caring of all people.
“I've really loved being able to use my voice to share stories and educate others on important issues that I'm passionate about,” she said.
Activism is working towards giving all people a voice, regardless of gender, skin colour, religion or sexuality and one of Jaime’s key moments for human rights wins was when the Same-Sex Marriage Bill passed.
“Though there is still work to be done for LGBTQI+ rights, same-sex marriage is a huge win and a true testament to the Australian spirit and values that make us Australian,” she said proudly.
“I learned that a lot of people are denied rights that I took for granted growing up all because of differences as simple as the country they were born, the colour of their skin, or the people they choose to love.”
You can find Jaime lobbying for human rights at Curtin University, by contacting her on [email protected], or following Amnesty Curtin University on Facebook.
