Here are the variety of ways, big and small, formal and informal, to bolster the ranks of Canadians working to advance the cause of universal human rights.
Become a member of Amnesty International Canada
Belong to an international movement that promotes universal human rights
Amnesty International is a world-wide membership-based human rights organization. It takes no funding from governments or corporations. Grassroots support is crucial to Amnesty’s ability to research and publish evidence of human rights violations, and to mobilize public support to end them. Members have access to a wide-range of publications with provide timely information and action opportunities. Find out how you can join us.
Join a group or action circle
Take your human rights activism to the next level
There are approximately 100 local and regional Amnesty Groups and Action Circles in Canada, working on campaigns, writing appeal letters, participating in special projects. Their work is what makes Amnesty an effective grassroots organization and ensures that Canada has a strong international voice in the advancement of universal human rights. To find a group near you, click here
Volunteer
Donate your energy and talents
Volunteers make a wide range of important contributions in all areas of human rights work - administration, research, activism, fundraising, and community development and support - at the national office in Ottawa, and the regional offices in Toronto and Vancouver. If you’re interested in lending a hand, contact the Volunteer Co-ordinator by e-mail
Join the Stop Violence Against Women campaign
Women's rights are human rights!
In March 2004, Amnesty International initiated a two year campaign to focus on the advancement of Women’s Human Rights. Challenge wide-spread complacency about violence against women. Support women to defend their rights. Ensure that women and girls can escape violence and re-build healthy lives. Call for justice. Find out more
Sign up for the Urgent Action Network
Someone needs your intervention right now!
Every day, around the world, people from all walks of life are imprisoned, tortured or killed for peacefully exercising their basic human rights. Every day Amnesty members step forward to work at freeing prisoners of conscience, stopping 'disappearances' and torture, preventing further abuse, and speaking for those whose voices have been silenced. Find out more
Opportunities for Young People
Get connected with other activists!
There are over 400 youth groups and 150 individual activists across Canada. There is no better way to become involved in human rights and global issues than to become part of the Youth & Student program. Check out the different membership opportunities that are available.
Taste for Justice - Host a dinner party!
A great way to welcome the summer with your friends and community
In June 2005 Amnesty International Canada launched its first ever national dinner party … with over 230 events across to raise awareness about human rights issues and money for human right work. Thousands of people had a great time for a good cause. Don’t worry that you missed out though. You can still host your own Taste for Justice event. Find out more
Write for Rights
One day. Hundreds of activists. Thousands of letters.
On December 10th, International Human Rights Day, thousands of Canadians commit time and energy to ‘write for rights’ in schools, homes, church, workplaces and communities across Canada. Hundreds of people compose hundreds of appeal letters on behalf of prisoners of conscience and human rights defenders around the world. Get involved
Jobs at AI Canada
Looking for a career in human rights work? Look no further.
Amnesty International Canada posts full-time opportunities, summer employment, youth internships and volunteer opportunities on the web site. If you’re interested, we encourage you to check the jobs page regularly.