Amnesty International is a human rights organization and global movement of more than 10 million people in over 150 countries and territories who campaign for human rights. We are independent of any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion and are funded by individuals like you. We believe acting in solidarity and compassion with people everywhere can change our world for the better.
We introduce you to fascinating people who are making change unstoppable. Hear powerful stories of resistance and solidarity and learn more about how you can take action now for human rights. This series connects the dots and passes the mic to people building a better future now. Together, we unravel the Canada you think you know and challenge the systems that hold back human rights.
Amnesty International challenges what you think you know about capital punishment by debunking the top five death penalty myths. MYTH #1 The death penalty deters violent crime and makes society […]
Standing with individuals, tackling global problems 2013 year-end message from Amnesty International – by Alex Neve Secretary General, Amnesty International Canada One thing so powerful and important about […]
By Gloria Nafziger, Campaigner, Refugees and Migrants On Thursday October 10, Hamid Ghassemi Shall came home to Canada. Hamid Ghassemi-Shall spent the past 5- ½ years in Iran’s notorious Evin […]
by Gloria Nafziger Campaigner for human rights of refugees and migrants Take action now for Hamid Antonella Mega (centre) and members of Amnesty’s Iran Action Circle in Toronto call […]
Governments and other organizations across the world are perfecting techniques to prevent journalists from shining a light on corruption and human rights abuses. From trumped-up charges, and removing work licences […]
By Aubrey Harris, Coordinator for the Campaign to Abolish the Death Penalty My Neighbour: Hamid Ghassemi-Shall I live in Toronto’s east end, a neighbourhood known as Leslieville. It’s between The […]
Campaigner Hilary Homes on today’s negotiations Once upon a time, treaty negotiations literally took place behind closed doors. Unless you had some good friends among the delegates, you had to […]
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