At a time when the world feels increasingly shaped by fear and division, ACRUX has been created to offer something different: a reminder of our shared humanity.

ACRUX is Amnesty International Australia’s newly established National Youth Collective (for ages 20-35). Named after one of the brightest stars in the Australian night sky, it brings together young leaders across fashion, film, art, music and journalism to move human rights conversations beyond political silos.

 

Amnesty Australia’s National Youth Representative, Thurkka Jeyakumar explains: “Narratives built on fear and hatred are powerful because they are emotionally clear. They offer certainty and identity and someone to blame. Human rights conversations, on the other hand, have been confined to statistics and legalities that have made us lose sight of a simple truth: the only qualification we need to be a part of them is to be human.”

Earlier this year, ACRUX piloted its first major activation at one of the country’s largest music festivals, Lost Paradise, where attendees customised thrifted clothing using stencils designed by children living in active crisis. The workshop generated overwhelming demand and demonstrated the power of meeting young people where they are.

 

Join ACRUX today to be part of the movement!