Category - activists

Australian Christian anti-war activists appeal prosecution

staff writers — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 09:45:47 +0000

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.

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

Jordan Tchilingirian — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 09:52:47 +0000

Start: 21/11/2007 - 18:30

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

Chinese authorities prohibit rights-based AIDS gathering

staff writers — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:13:25 +0000

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.

Zimbabwe activists blocked as Lutherans and African Union protest

staff writers — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 18:29:30 +0000

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'.