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The 1995 execution of nine Ogoni environmental defenders by Nigeria sparked outrage around the world. Their families have campaigned for justice for a generation.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The 1995 execution of nine Ogoni environmental defenders by Nigeria sparked outrage around the world. Their families have campaigned for justice for a generation.
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The international community must act now to prevent the RSF from repeating these atrocities in El Fasher.
November 10, 2025 at 8:56 AM
The international community must act now to prevent the RSF from repeating these atrocities in El Fasher.
The world cannot continue to turn its back on civilians in Sudan, especially in the Kordofan region, when the grave dangers they face are clear for all to see.
It is unconscionable to stand by as civilians are at risk of being killed by RSF fighters.
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It is unconscionable to stand by as civilians are at risk of being killed by RSF fighters.
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Sudan: Civilians must be protected amid escalating RSF attacks in Kordofan region
Civilians in Sudan’s Kordofan region must be protected amid reports of escalating Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacks in the area, Amnesty International
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November 7, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The world cannot continue to turn its back on civilians in Sudan, especially in the Kordofan region, when the grave dangers they face are clear for all to see.
It is unconscionable to stand by as civilians are at risk of being killed by RSF fighters.
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It is unconscionable to stand by as civilians are at risk of being killed by RSF fighters.
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Last week, Amnesty International’s team visited several towns across Nova Scotia listening to human rights challenges faced by African Nova Scotian communities
From Preston to Halifax, each conversation revealed enduring injustices & inspiring community leadership driving change
From Preston to Halifax, each conversation revealed enduring injustices & inspiring community leadership driving change
November 7, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Last week, Amnesty International’s team visited several towns across Nova Scotia listening to human rights challenges faced by African Nova Scotian communities
From Preston to Halifax, each conversation revealed enduring injustices & inspiring community leadership driving change
From Preston to Halifax, each conversation revealed enduring injustices & inspiring community leadership driving change
UNnatural disasters caused by fossil fuels put our human rights at risk.
People around the world, often those who have contributed least to climate change, are being killed or losing their homes to hurricanes, fires and floods.
People around the world, often those who have contributed least to climate change, are being killed or losing their homes to hurricanes, fires and floods.
November 6, 2025 at 5:59 PM
UNnatural disasters caused by fossil fuels put our human rights at risk.
People around the world, often those who have contributed least to climate change, are being killed or losing their homes to hurricanes, fires and floods.
People around the world, often those who have contributed least to climate change, are being killed or losing their homes to hurricanes, fires and floods.
We are alarmed by reports that amidst internet and electricity blackouts, security forces have used excessive force to suppress ongoing post-election protests
This is the third time in less than a year that Tanzanian authorities have resorted to an internet blockade to silence dissenting voices
This is the third time in less than a year that Tanzanian authorities have resorted to an internet blockade to silence dissenting voices
November 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
We are alarmed by reports that amidst internet and electricity blackouts, security forces have used excessive force to suppress ongoing post-election protests
This is the third time in less than a year that Tanzanian authorities have resorted to an internet blockade to silence dissenting voices
This is the third time in less than a year that Tanzanian authorities have resorted to an internet blockade to silence dissenting voices
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November 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Did you know you can make your Write for Rights event even more impactful by fundraising for human rights?
Every dollar you raise helps protect activists at risk, free political prisoners, and keep Amnesty’s work independent and bold.
You can learn more here » bit.ly/4oWdj3y
Every dollar you raise helps protect activists at risk, free political prisoners, and keep Amnesty’s work independent and bold.
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Access to the internet is essential to protect human rights.
Imposing internet shutdowns, especially when people are protesting, stops important information from reaching citizens—such as how to find areas of safety or contact emergency services.
Imposing internet shutdowns, especially when people are protesting, stops important information from reaching citizens—such as how to find areas of safety or contact emergency services.
November 4, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Access to the internet is essential to protect human rights.
Imposing internet shutdowns, especially when people are protesting, stops important information from reaching citizens—such as how to find areas of safety or contact emergency services.
Imposing internet shutdowns, especially when people are protesting, stops important information from reaching citizens—such as how to find areas of safety or contact emergency services.
Al Haq, Al Mezan and the Palestinian Center are the voice of Palestinian victims
U.S. sanctions against them will not only disrupt the critical work that they are still able to do but also send a chilling signal to human rights defenders
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U.S. sanctions against them will not only disrupt the critical work that they are still able to do but also send a chilling signal to human rights defenders
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What happened to human rights for Palestinians?
When the world emerged from the horrors of World War II and vowed “never again,” nations laid the foundation for the system of international justice that
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November 4, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Al Haq, Al Mezan and the Palestinian Center are the voice of Palestinian victims
U.S. sanctions against them will not only disrupt the critical work that they are still able to do but also send a chilling signal to human rights defenders
amnesty.ca/features/wha...
U.S. sanctions against them will not only disrupt the critical work that they are still able to do but also send a chilling signal to human rights defenders
amnesty.ca/features/wha...
A new, in-depth investigation by Amnesty International concludes that a US air strike on a migrant detention centre in Sa’ada, north-western Yemen, on 28 April 2025 that killed and injured dozens of African migrants amounted to an indiscriminate attack.
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Yemen: US air strike on migrant detention centre must be investigated as a war crime
A new, in-depth investigation by Amnesty International concludes that a US air strike on a migrant detention centre in Sa’ada, north-western Yemen, on 28
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November 4, 2025 at 12:07 PM
A new, in-depth investigation by Amnesty International concludes that a US air strike on a migrant detention centre in Sa’ada, north-western Yemen, on 28 April 2025 that killed and injured dozens of African migrants amounted to an indiscriminate attack.
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📣 Call for Submissions – The Matchstick!
The Matchstick, Amnesty Canada’s Arts & Human Rights magazine, is accepting submissions from youth under the age of 25
📅 Deadline Extended to Jan 4th 2026
🔗 Visit: thematchstick.org/submissions for all eligibility and submission guidelines
The Matchstick, Amnesty Canada’s Arts & Human Rights magazine, is accepting submissions from youth under the age of 25
📅 Deadline Extended to Jan 4th 2026
🔗 Visit: thematchstick.org/submissions for all eligibility and submission guidelines
November 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
📣 Call for Submissions – The Matchstick!
The Matchstick, Amnesty Canada’s Arts & Human Rights magazine, is accepting submissions from youth under the age of 25
📅 Deadline Extended to Jan 4th 2026
🔗 Visit: thematchstick.org/submissions for all eligibility and submission guidelines
The Matchstick, Amnesty Canada’s Arts & Human Rights magazine, is accepting submissions from youth under the age of 25
📅 Deadline Extended to Jan 4th 2026
🔗 Visit: thematchstick.org/submissions for all eligibility and submission guidelines
Is 🇨🇦 closing down this “first of its kind” corporate watchdog? 👉 tinyurl.com/eve8hh2w
October 31, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Is 🇨🇦 closing down this “first of its kind” corporate watchdog? 👉 tinyurl.com/eve8hh2w
Activists across Canada deliver a message to empower the CORE: tinyurl.com/eve8hh2w
October 31, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Activists across Canada deliver a message to empower the CORE: tinyurl.com/eve8hh2w
Amnesty International Canada's Secretary General, Ketty Nivyabandi discusses human rights today, in conversation with Sanjay Ruparelia at the Toronto Reference Library's Appel Salon.
📍 Toronto Reference Library
📆 November 13: 7pm EST
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📍 Toronto Reference Library
📆 November 13: 7pm EST
Details at www.eventbrite.ca/e/ketty-nivy...
Ketty Nivyabandi: Advancing Human Rights in a Shifting World Order
Secretary General for Amnesty International Canada, Ketty Nivyabandi discusses human rights today, in conversation with Sanjay Ruparelia
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October 31, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Amnesty International Canada's Secretary General, Ketty Nivyabandi discusses human rights today, in conversation with Sanjay Ruparelia at the Toronto Reference Library's Appel Salon.
📍 Toronto Reference Library
📆 November 13: 7pm EST
Details at www.eventbrite.ca/e/ketty-nivy...
📍 Toronto Reference Library
📆 November 13: 7pm EST
Details at www.eventbrite.ca/e/ketty-nivy...
Representatives from Amnesty International joined members of the Wet’suwet’en Nation in Smither, B.C. this month to express their solidary with Sleydo’ (Molly Wickham), Shaylynn Sampson and Corey “Jayohcee” Jocko during their sentencing hearing.
October 31, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Representatives from Amnesty International joined members of the Wet’suwet’en Nation in Smither, B.C. this month to express their solidary with Sleydo’ (Molly Wickham), Shaylynn Sampson and Corey “Jayohcee” Jocko during their sentencing hearing.
Under international law, victims of crimes under international law and human rights violations have a right to reparations.
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Explainer: Why do reparations for colonialism and slavery matter?
People worldwide are still suffering the long-lasting effects of slavery and colonialism and struggle to get the reparations they deserve.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Under international law, victims of crimes under international law and human rights violations have a right to reparations.
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Alberta’s use of the notwithstanding clause continues an alarming trend of provincial governments putting political expediency ahead of people’s human rights.
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Amnesty International Canada condemns Alberta government’s use of notwithstanding clause in Bill 2
Alberta's use of the notwithstanding clause in Bill 2 means that courts won’t be able to strike down the law even if it violates the Charter.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Alberta’s use of the notwithstanding clause continues an alarming trend of provincial governments putting political expediency ahead of people’s human rights.
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The reports emerging from El Fasher are horrifying. The RSF must immediately end attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure and allow humanitarian aid into the city. They must also guarantee safe passage for civilians who are trying to flee the violence.
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Sudan: RSF must end attacks and further suffering of civilians in El Fasher
Responding to reports of violence and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacks on civilians in El Fasher, in Sudan’s North Darfur State, Amnesty International’s
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October 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The reports emerging from El Fasher are horrifying. The RSF must immediately end attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure and allow humanitarian aid into the city. They must also guarantee safe passage for civilians who are trying to flee the violence.
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The move to label Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation (ACF) a “terrorist organization” puts thousands in danger.
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Russia: Move to label Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation a “terrorist organization” puts thousands in danger
Reacting to news that Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office has petitioned the Supreme Court to designate the Anti-Corruption Foundation (ACF) founded by
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October 28, 2025 at 2:53 PM
The move to label Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation (ACF) a “terrorist organization” puts thousands in danger.
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“The abuse experienced by migrant workers in Canada is deeply troubling, especially for a country that claims to be a leader when it comes to protecting human rights.”
Read Amnesty Canada's new report on migrant workers in Canada.
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Read Amnesty Canada's new report on migrant workers in Canada.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:03 PM
“The abuse experienced by migrant workers in Canada is deeply troubling, especially for a country that claims to be a leader when it comes to protecting human rights.”
Read Amnesty Canada's new report on migrant workers in Canada.
🔗 amnesty.ca/temporary-foreign-workers-report
Read Amnesty Canada's new report on migrant workers in Canada.
🔗 amnesty.ca/temporary-foreign-workers-report
This is a win for women's rights in Japan, easing access to essential reproductive healthcare.
Over 90 countries now have the morning after pill available without the need for prescription 🎉
Over 90 countries now have the morning after pill available without the need for prescription 🎉
October 23, 2025 at 12:40 PM
This is a win for women's rights in Japan, easing access to essential reproductive healthcare.
Over 90 countries now have the morning after pill available without the need for prescription 🎉
Over 90 countries now have the morning after pill available without the need for prescription 🎉
Amnesty International continues to call on the Government of British Columbia to end the criminalization of Wet’suwet’en and other Indigenous land defenders and opposes the expansion of all fossil fuel pipelines and related infrastructure.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Amnesty International continues to call on the Government of British Columbia to end the criminalization of Wet’suwet’en and other Indigenous land defenders and opposes the expansion of all fossil fuel pipelines and related infrastructure.
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The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear oral arguments in the case of Mahmoud Khalil today.
The Trump administration must respect rights to freedom of expression and abandon its efforts to punish Mahmoud Khalil for protesting.
The Trump administration must respect rights to freedom of expression and abandon its efforts to punish Mahmoud Khalil for protesting.
October 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear oral arguments in the case of Mahmoud Khalil today.
The Trump administration must respect rights to freedom of expression and abandon its efforts to punish Mahmoud Khalil for protesting.
The Trump administration must respect rights to freedom of expression and abandon its efforts to punish Mahmoud Khalil for protesting.
💥 Iranian authorities have executed over a thousand people this year. Thousands more are at risk
✊🏽Please speak out. Those on death row need your voice. End the death penalty
#نه_به_اعدام
Sign the Petition to Stop the Execution Spree in Iran
amnesty.ca/online-action/stop-the-execution-spree-in-iran
✊🏽Please speak out. Those on death row need your voice. End the death penalty
#نه_به_اعدام
Sign the Petition to Stop the Execution Spree in Iran
amnesty.ca/online-action/stop-the-execution-spree-in-iran
October 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
💥 Iranian authorities have executed over a thousand people this year. Thousands more are at risk
✊🏽Please speak out. Those on death row need your voice. End the death penalty
#نه_به_اعدام
Sign the Petition to Stop the Execution Spree in Iran
amnesty.ca/online-action/stop-the-execution-spree-in-iran
✊🏽Please speak out. Those on death row need your voice. End the death penalty
#نه_به_اعدام
Sign the Petition to Stop the Execution Spree in Iran
amnesty.ca/online-action/stop-the-execution-spree-in-iran
🍁 There is a reason why advocates and activists have unanimously called for Bill C-2 (and its new companion, Bill C-12) to be withdrawn: the Bills are an attack on all of us.
✊🏽 Join advocates and activists across the country in calling for Bills C-2 and C-12 to be withdrawn.
🔗 bit.ly/47z3CSx
✊🏽 Join advocates and activists across the country in calling for Bills C-2 and C-12 to be withdrawn.
🔗 bit.ly/47z3CSx
October 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
🍁 There is a reason why advocates and activists have unanimously called for Bill C-2 (and its new companion, Bill C-12) to be withdrawn: the Bills are an attack on all of us.
✊🏽 Join advocates and activists across the country in calling for Bills C-2 and C-12 to be withdrawn.
🔗 bit.ly/47z3CSx
✊🏽 Join advocates and activists across the country in calling for Bills C-2 and C-12 to be withdrawn.
🔗 bit.ly/47z3CSx