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We are people from across the world standing up for humanity and human rights. Our purpose is to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth and dignity are denied. We investigate and expose abuses, educate and mobilize the public, and help transform societies to create a safer, more just world. We received the Nobel Peace Prize for our life-saving work.
With more than 2.2 million supporters, activists and volunteers in over 150 countries, and complete independence from government, corporate or national interests, we work to protect human rights worldwide. Our vision is of a world in which every person – regardless of race, religion, gender, or ethnicity – enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards.
Founded in 1961, our organization has campaigned successfully in recent years for the International Criminal Court and a UN Torture Treaty. Through our research and action, governments have been persuaded to stop human rights violations and change their laws and practices. Death sentences have been commuted. Torturers have been brought to justice. And prisoners of conscience have been released. We ask you to join us – to take action and stop human rights abuses wherever they occur.
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The International Violence Against Women Act would make the U.S. a global leader in eliminating violence against women. Find out how you can support this bill!
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White phosphorus, often supplied by the US, has accounted for approximately 100 deaths and injuries in Gaza, as of February 3.
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A prominent human rights lawyer has been cleared of charges relating to a text message he is alleged to have sent to his friends and family contacts.
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As we enter into the Year of the Ox, I did some research about the characteristics of this sign of the Chinese zodiac.
- 01.26.09
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Human Rights Organization Cites Numerous Incidents of Press Intimidation, Torture and Killings in Sri Lanka.
- 01.08.09
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Human Rights Organization Pushing 100 Days Agenda for Viable Plan to Close Detention Center, Executive Order Banning Torture, Creation of Independent Commission
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Written by Amanda Flott
Welcome to Standing Rock Sioux Reservation--a sign on one of the border points that indicates you're now on tribal land in North Dakota.
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- Jan. 19th, 2009
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As the internet has become more and more a part of the everyday in the U.S. and the global north, questions have arisen.
- Feb. 20th, 2009
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Amnesty International USA is excited to announce the speakers for the 2009 Annual General Meeting.
- Mar. 27th, 2009
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Event benefiting work on the ground to stop violence against women.
- Apr. 11th, 2009
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Troy Davis' stay of execution is set to expire on May 15. On May 19, groups and individuals all around the world will be organizing demonstrations, vigils, teach-ins or other public events to show the state of Georgia that the execution of Troy Davis would be an unacceptable travesty of justice. ...
- May. 19th, 2009
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Amnesty International is very proud to invite you to celebrate the opening of . . . The Secret Policeman's Film Festival. Celebrating Three Decades Of "Mock 'n' Roll" For Amnesty International
- Jun. 11th, 2009
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The Starvin' For Justice fast and vigil brings abolitionists together and educates the public about the practice of the death penalty.
- Jun. 29th, 2009
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"Torture: Too High a Cost" Panelists include: Harold Nelson, Torture Abolition Support and Survivors' Coalition Tom Parker, Amnesty International Shaikh Shaker El-Sayed, Universal Justice Foundation
- Aug. 12th, 2009
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On Saturday November 21st, AIUSA will be hosting a Town Hall Meeting with the Mexican rock band Jaguares in San Francisco before their concert.
- Nov. 21st, 2009
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Starring Academy Award nominee Richard Jenkins, the moving and humorous feature film "The Visitor" illustrates the plight of undocumented immigrants detained without due process.
- Jan. 13th, 2010
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The Davis Community Chapter of Amnesty International is hosting a film screening of Maquilapolis.
- Jan. 29th, 2010
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George Mason University's Black Heritage month film screening: Trouble the Water, a documentary film about Hurricane Katrina.
- Feb. 9th, 2010
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