Why Raise Money for Amnesty International?
You=Amnesty International
You are Amnesty International. Through your support Amnesty International is able to do its work in an independent manner, without seeking or accepting money from governments. By raising money for Amnesty International, you are supporting the courageous work of human rights defenders everywhere, you are strengthening the voices of individuals suffering from human rights abuses wherever they occur, you are stopping the torturer’s hand – you are acting to make a difference.
Raising Money = Raising Awareness
The first step to making a positive change is to make others aware of the issues that need to be addressed. When you raise money for Amnesty International, you are also raising awareness about different human rights issues in Canada and abroad. You are creating a network of new supporters for human rights, helping to grow Amnesty’s impact.
Amnesty International=Action for Human Rights
Any victory for human rights results from a number of complex factors and causes, and Amnesty does not claim sole credit for the release of a prisoner or the passing of a law. Nonetheless, Amnesty’s voice carries great weight and often brings about tangible changes for the better.