Category - activists

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14 Jul 2011

Governments silence activists' voices, says ACT Alliance

Harsh restrictions on the freedom of human rights organisations are on the rise, says a leading churches' social justice advocacy agency.
21 Feb 2008

Australian Christian anti-war activists appeal prosecution

In the latest twist to the long-running Pine Gap protest drama, a Christian anti-war activist is calling on the Australian Federal government to review the implemntation of laws used to prosecute her.
19 Nov 2007

Economic growth and solutions to climate change ~ are they compatible?

Are solutions to climate change being hijacked by the pervading pro-economic growth mindset of our time?
29 Jul 2007

Chinese authorities prohibit rights-based AIDS gathering

The Chinese authorities have prohibited a meeting of activists gathering to discuss the rights of people living with AIDS, because of official fears over foreign involvement in the sensitive issue.
18 Mar 2007

Zimbabwe activists blocked as Lutherans and African Union protest

As the clampdown on opposition figures continues, the Lutheran World Federation urges the African Union for action. The AU is trying to get Harare to enter 'constructive dialogue'.