Suppression of dissent

Basic information

Definitions of suppression of dissent; whistleblowing; whistleblower; repression; oppression

Speaking out: what you need to know
This leaflet is by Whistleblowers Australia (current version 19 February 2010). It is intended for anyone, especially employees. Please contact Brian Martin if you have suggestions for improvement or distribution.

Leaflet on suppression of dissent

Practical materials on whistleblowing. Whistleblowers should read these, if possible before blowing the whistle.

• The Whistleblower's Handbook
• What happens to whistleblowers, and why

Contacts: where to obtain advice and support.

Documents: lots of material is available here on a range of topics and from various countries. Search to find what is most relevant to your interests and needs. Links are given to relevant sites.

Telling your story: how to go about writing your story, for yourself and/or others.

Students

• Search under Documents to see if your topic is covered.
• Search under Contacts to see if an organisation deals with your topic. Note especially the many documents and links available at Whistleblowers Australia and the Government Accountability Project (US).