IDAHOBIT 2018 The International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia is today, May 17 and has many different meanings to individuals with different experiences: To Charlie Maycraft, who identifies as queer and non-binary, this is a day of action, and a day to pay respect to the elders of our community who fought for …
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‘Love In Taylor Square’: Solidarity event for the LGBTQI community
The marriage equality debate has been a very stressful and difficult time for many people in the LGBTQI community, and until the result is announced, there will be continued negative commentary that will affect particularly young people and families. That’s why Amnesty International Australia is hosting a special solidarity sunset event Love in Taylor Square! …
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Amnesty says ‘we stand with you’ to LGBTQI community in Marriage Equality ‘solidarity’ video
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 …
Marriage Equality as a human right: We’re glad of Gladys Berejiklian’s support
“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 …
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Marriage Equality: Let’s bring home the Yes vote now
“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 …
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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 …
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Will 2017 be the year we finally get marriage equality?
The fight for marriage equality in Australia rages on. But now that the plebiscite is (mercifully) defunct, what’s next? Cass Mezups, 36, and Lara Hotz, 30, tied the knot in September 2015, after four years together. “We felt it was far more important to celebrate our love and commitment to each other when it suited …
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