The International Violence Against Women Act (IVAWA) is an unprecedented effort by the United States to address violence against women globally. It is critical that your elected officials hear from you on this issue in person, as well as through emails and phone calls.
Amnesty activists will be flying kites in support of Afghan women's rights during the NATO Summit in Chicago. Add your message of solidarity to a kite!
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From China's "Great Firewall" to cutting off the Internet during recent Middle East uprisings, repressive governments are enlisting the help of tech companies worldwide in their effort to censor.