Bilingual Newsletter
| June 2006 |
Stop Extraordinary Renditions and Disappearances
Extraordinary renditions involve the transfer of people from one country to another in ways that bypass all judicial and administrative due process. In the context of the "war on terror", this practice has usually been initiated by the United States and carried out with the collaboration, complicity or acquiescence of other governments. Its aim is to keep detainees away from any judicial oversight that might impede interrogation and the gathering of intelligence. Read more | Take action. »
Interview: Erick Veliz, Inspiring Activism
We
talked to Erick Veliz, an Amnesty International USA member, who also serves
as legislative coordinator for Tennessee and is currently an elected board
Member to AIUSA. Read
more. »
Act Now
Participate in the Summer Postcard Action 2006
For many people, summer is a time for vacations, picnics and recreation.
But for prisoners of conscience or those who defend human rights in many
countries, summer brings no relief from the potential danger and sense of
isolation they may face. By simply sending a postcard, however, you can
help support these women and men. You will find information here on several
cases of concern to Amnesty International. Please send cards to these people
expressing your support and encouragement. Take
Action. »
Latest News
United
States: Supreme Court's ruling - a victory for human rights
AK-47:
World's worst regulated weapon
Jamaica:
Sexual violence against women and girls in Jamaica
Events
International Justice Day
July 17
International Justice Day commemorates the day in 1998 on which the treaty
of the International Criminal Court (ICC) was adopted by the international
community. Each year, human rights activists around the world use this day
to host events and activities to promote international justice, and specifically
support for the ICC. Read
more. »
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