Human Rights
Who do human rights affect?
Everyone.
Ex:
-Build awareness
-Take meaningful action
-Create a community
-Make an impact at school
-Have fun while making a difference!
Who is the advisor of Amnesty International IHS?
Mr. Nolan.
What can anyone do to advocate for changes?
Participate in public demonstrations, online petitions, and/or writing direct letters of protest to pressure offending authorities
What do human rights protect?
They protect people’s freedom, equality, and/or dignity.
What does our first goal aim to build?
Advocacy.
Who is the president of Amnesty International IHS?
Ishaan
What does Amnesty do with the evidence they collect?
The organization leverages its findings to lobby governments, put pressure on political leaders, and change laws.
Name 3 human rights
Ex:
Freedom of speech
Right to education
Freedom from discrimination
Right to a fair trial
Freedom from torture
Right to safety and dignity
Who are we trying to impact
Victim's of human right violations.
Who is the secretary of Amnesty International IHS.
Arbaaz
Over time how many people came contributed to the organization?
The organization has grown into a grassroots movement of more than 10 million members.
So we can recognize injustice.
Name something we're aiming do to take action
Support Amnesty campaigns, advocacy, and letter writing.
Who is the vice president and treasurer of Amnesty International IHS?
Vice President: Chase
Treasurer: Max
Where was Amnesty International founded?
It was founded in London in 1961 by British attorney Peter Benenson.