Amnesty International Australia appoints new National Director

Following Claire Mallinson’s announcement earlier this year that she would not be seeking a fourth term as Amnesty International Australia (AIA) National Director, it was announced at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting that Samantha Klintworth has been appointed to be the new National Director.  AIA Board Chair Gabe Kavanagh paid tribute to Claire who departs …

Australia: New Prime Minister Scott Morrison must uphold human rights in Australia and overseas

In response to the news that Australia has new a Prime Minister, with Scott Morrison this afternoon taking over the leadership role from Malcolm Turnbull, Claire Mallinson, National Director of Amnesty International Australia said: “Australians expect to see our government deliver equality and justice for all. The revolving door of leadership has once again seen …

Marriage Equality: We support ‘Wear it Purple’ Day

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 …