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Philip Haig Nitschke (/ ˈ n ɪ tʃ k ɪ /; born 8 August 1947) is an Australian humanist, author, former physician, and founder and director of the pro-euthanasia group Exit International.
Philip Nitschke is a doctor and activist who advocates for voluntary euthanasia and assisted suicide. He is the author of the Peaceful Pill eHandbook and the founder of Exit International, a global organization that provides information and support for end of life choices.
Jun 16, 2024 · Exit International is a global organisation that advocates for the right to die with dignity and peace. Founded by Dr Philip Nitschke, Exit offers workshops, news, books, podcasts, and online community for members and supporters.
Feb 20, 2024 · Philip Nitschke is a former doctor and the founder of Exit International, an organization that promotes assisted suicide and end of life machines. He has designed and tested several devices, such as the CoGen and the Destiny, and has also appeared as an expert witness for nitrogen hypoxia cases.
Exit International was founded by Philip Nitschke in 1997 after the over-turning of the world's first Voluntary Euthanasia law—the Rights of the Terminally Ill (ROTI) Act enacted in the Northern Territory, Australia. During the ROTI Act, Nitschke became the first physician in the world to administer a legal, lethal, voluntary injection.
Jan 12, 2023 · Philip Nitschke, who assisted the first voluntary euthanasia in Australia, wants the Northern Territory to pass laws with few restrictions. He argues the territory should lead the world with a unique and different approach, while others call for caution and safeguards.
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Since Philip Nitschke founded Exit in 1997, he has fought tirelessly for voluntary euthanasia law reform. When he lived in Australia, he stood twice as an Independent candidate for the Melbourne seat of Menzies.
