Apr 23, 2024 · Every year, our global community comes together to fight injustice and support people whose human rights are under threat. Join the Write for Rights campaign and demand justice by calling on decision makers to do the right thing.

It includes civil and political rights, such as the rights to life, liberty and privacy. It also includes economic, social and cultural rights, such as the rights to social security, health and adequate housing.

Since 1961, we’ve been helping people claim their rights across the world. From the death penalty to free speech, we protect people’s human rights. Write a letter, volunteer, donate… and speak out against injustice worldwide.

6 days ago · Our crisis response teams and researchers travel to affected areas around the world to uncover and document human rights abuses. Our staff and volunteers meet with policymakers and rally activists to put pressure on state and federal governments to protect human rights.

Civilians in conflict pay ultimate price as states flout international law. Amnesty International’s report presents a stark assessment of the betrayal of human rights principles by today’s leaders and institutions.

The 30 rights and freedoms set out in the UDHR include the right to be free from torture, the right to freedom of expression, the right to education and the right to seek asylum. It includes civil and political rights, such as the rights to life, liberty and privacy.

In 2024, we achieved many big human rights wins, and people from around the world have continued to prove that change is possible. From changing laws and supporting people in need to ensuring justice is served, we hope you’ll feel heartened by the number of positive changes achieved this year.

Dec 17, 2024 · Amnesty International highlighted widespread human rights violations affecting tens of thousands of people. The evictions occurred without adequate and reasonable prior notice, some involving violence, and thousands of forcibly evicted families remained to be rehoused and/or compensated for all losses as of November.

1 day ago · Children associated with gangs are victims first and foremost. Amnesty International calls on the international community, including donors, to work with Haitian authorities and civil society to design a pathway for change towards lasting human rights-based solutions, and to prevent future cycles of violence.

Feb 4, 2025 · Amnesty International helps expose and end national security policies that violate human rights. We’ve secured fair treatment for people in individual cases, we’ve helped force the government to release information about its activities, and we’ve played a key role in helping end practices that abuse human rights.