History of Amnesty International Canada

Summary & highlights Beginnings: 1973 Thundercloud of appeals from Canada “Ordinary” people bring extraordinary results 1980s: Gatherings and victories The voice of one, the power of many Strengthening our support for women Amnesty youth are changing the world Spotlight on Canada Human rights activism get wired & dramatic Today’s Amnesty Canada

Youth and students are vital participants in today’s Amnesty International Canada.

Amnesty youth:

• Run their own Amnesty groups in schools, colleges, universities and local communities.
• Take the lead in creating high-impact campaigning, publicity and fundraising events.
• Participate fully in Amnesty Canada’s annual policy-setting meetings.

Amnesty Canada launched its program for youth and student activists in 1987 - the first of its kind in Canada. Today it is recognized as one of the best activist programs for youth anywhere in Canada.

You’ll find Amnesty youth everywhere. They may be involved in one of the 350 Amnesty or social justice groups in schools across Canada. They may be among the thousands who take action as individuals or with their friends. Or they may be organizing public events alongside older Amnesty activists.

Learn more about our Youth and Student Program or the Human Rights College. Contact us at youth@amnesty.ca or click here for our Youth and Student Program.

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