Multi-event
Re-Thinking Freedom: A Documentary Film Screening of 13th
This past Friday we marked Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, celebrating the day the last enslaved people were emancipated in Galveston, Texas, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. As we approach the 4th of July, a day typically celebrated across the country as a symbol of freedom, we must recognize that …
Amnesty International “State vs. Reed” Film Screening, Discussion, and Action!
57945 , United States"State vs. Reed" is a documentary detailing the murder of Stacey Stites of Bastrop, Texas and the subsequent arrest, conviction and death sentence handed down to Rodney Reed. This story explores the mishandling of evidence, the possible law enforcement cover up and the lack of proper legal defense for Rodney Reed. Post-film discussion will include …
Human Rights Learning Lab for Young People: Become a Human Rights Hero!
Virtual EventAs we shelter in place join Amnesty International for Friday’s in July-August as we explore human rights through interactive learning activities designed for grade levels 3rd-8th. Children have often been told that they are the future, that they will solve the world’s problems, innovate solutions and be “the leaders of tomorrow.” But why does it have …
Death Penalty Awareness Panel
Virtual EventThe Hamilton Amnesty High School Chapter is hosting a virtual panel focused on highlighting the injustices regarding capital punishment in the US through 5 unique narratives. Our speakers are: - OBIE ANTHONY (falsely convicted at 19 and served 17 years) - DR. CHRIS BROWN (grew up with a father on death row) - GEORGE WHITE …
Peaceful Protesting is a Human Right
The event will be hosted by leaders of the Amnesty groups in Cedar Rapids, Mike Wyrick; Iowa City, Zeina Aboushaar; and Ames, Mary Sand; as well as the Acting Area Coordinator for Iowa, Susan Mitchell. Topics will include: Why protesting is an important right, criminal Justice reform, racism in the criminal justice system, how the …
Rebuilding Lives Refugee Forum
Amnesty International Groups throughout California will join with International Rescue Committee California and author Jessica Goudeau for a discussion of the refugee experience on Monday June 21st. at 6:30 PM Pacific. How have America's changing attitudes towards refugees had a profound effect on the lives of those displaced around the world? What can we do …
Local Group 73: Banned Books and Activism Event
Virtual EventThe Ithaca Local Group #73 of Amnesty International is going to celebrate Banned Books Week with a gathering over Zoom on October 2. Participants will be invited to read a short passage (5 minutes or so) from their favorite banned book, repressed author, threatened poet or endangered journalist, past or present. Suggestions are welcome! If …
Artists for Amnesty Exhibition at Natsoulas Gallery to Benefit Amnesty International USA
“Artists for Amnesty” Exhibition at John Natsoulas Gallery to Benefit Amnesty International USA Join us at the John Natsoulas Gallery in Davis, California for the opportunity to see works from artists from around the world, all focused on the themes of peace and human rights. Benefitting Amnesty International, this exhibition aims to raise funds and …
Advocating for Human Rights at Down to Earth Market
Down to Earth Market W 23rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesReading Banned Books Together, a community gathering for spoken and written words that have been banned or challenged.
Guest readers will take the stage at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe in NYC to read books and music that have been challenged or banned in the US and abroad. Attend in person or via Livestream (RSVP is required) Guest readers include: Caridad De La Luz (LA BRUJA) who won an Emmy in 2022 soon after …