Deadline: 31 October 2023
Do you already have an idea and just need funding to pull it off or make it bigger and better? Or is there an issue or idea that you’re passionate about? Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand, with the generous support of the Ware family is thrilled to announce a new youth-led, youth-powered award that will help make your dream human rights project a reality.
Whether your idea centers on indigenous rights, climate justice, gender equality, LGBTQIA+ rights, or any other human rights issues, this is your chance to make it happen. It could be a creative project, a video series or podcast, workshops, an exhibition, event, magazine, or a social media campaign. They’re looking for creativity. They’re looking for positive impact. They’re looking for manaakitanga.
Duration: Your project should be complete within 12 months of receiving the award money.
What type of ideas, projects & initiatives are you looking for?
- Anything that could have a positive impact on human rights in Aotearoa or around the world.
- Types of projects/Ideas
- Create a podcast
- Starting a collaborative magazine
- A social media campaign
- Make a digital comic or graphic novel series
- Theatre performances
- Deliver training workshops
- Create an art installation
- Hold a youth focused conference
- Put on an exhibition
- Do a billboard or poster campaign
- Human Rights Areas
- Climate Justice
- LGBTQIA+ Rights
- Racial Equality and Anti-Discrimination
- Gender Equality and Women’s Rights
- Indigenous Rights
- Disability Rights and Inclusion
- Refugee and Migrant Rights
- Access to Education and Literacy
- Right to Health and Healthcare Access
- Child Rights and Protection
- Ending the death penalty
- Types of projects/Ideas
Who can apply?
- Any group or individual under the age of 25 who are living in Aotearoa New Zealand. You or everyone in your team must be no older than 24 at the time of application.
- Team applications will need a key contact person.
- They’d welcome receiving up to two entries from individuals or teams.
For more information, visit Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand.
