The International Movement
Amnesty International USA
AIUSA is one of many country sections that make up Amnesty International worldwide. AIUSA members elect an 18 member national board of directors to represent them. The board of directors employs AIUSA's executive director, who manages the staff. The staff works to serve and supports the members.
Amnesty International Worldwide
All International sections participate in decision-making by sending representatives to the International Council Meeting. The International Council is a gathering of representatives of all sections, which meets every two years.
The International Executive Committee carries out the decisions of the International Council and takes overall responsibility for the conduct of AI's affairs.
The International Executive Committee appoints the Secretary General, who is responsible for the day-to-day conduct of the international affairs of the movement and heads the International Secretariat.
The International Secretariat provides professional expertise and support to the movement. It guides the organization's day-to-day work but is not authorized to make fundamental policy decisions.