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

During the past decade, the human rights of women have moved to the forefront of Amnesty International Canada’s work. Our Women’s Action Network was launched in 1992, and the work continues today on many fronts.

• We lobby the Canadian government to take the lead on women’s human rights issues - such as taking stronger measures to ensure that women who are seeking safety from harm outside Canada have much better access to Canada’s refugee system.
• We campaign on the human rights of women - such as the 2002 “Stop Violence Against Women” campaign done in partnership with The Body Shop Canada and the Canadian Women’s Federation.
• We campaign on the human rights of women - such as the 2002 “Stop Violence Against Women” campaign done in partnership with The Body Shop Canada and the Canadian Women’s Federation.

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Beginning in 2004, Amnesty International is renewing our global campaign to stop violence against women. Please lend your voice to this campaign. Speaking out together, we will make a difference.

>> Get involved in our women's campaign.

>> Learn more about our work on the human rights of women and the Women’s Action Network.

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