Amnesty International Canada - Human Rights Organization

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HUMANITY MUST WIn.

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Equality, freedom & justice

Now is the time to take a stand against oppression. A way to beat the division and lies spread by repressive leaders. Because our freedoms are fading fast.

Amnesty International is a movement of millions, united in solidarity, and it’s time for all of us to act. Side with truth and justice. Take a stand against chaos and cruelty.

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Protecting Human Rights Since

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Won the Nobel Peace Prize in

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We are bold because we go where others won’t. We challenge injustice wherever it exists—whether it’s governments that abuse power, corporations that exploit people, or systems that silence communities. Guided by evidence and grounded in international human rights law, we confront uncomfortable truths, amplify unheard voices, and push for transformative change, even when it’s unpopular or politically inconvenient. Our bravery is rooted in solidarity. We stand alongside human rights activists, Indigenous land defenders, refugees, trans youth, and communities demanding justice—not as saviours, but as partners. We don’t back down when faced with threats, backlash, or barriers. Instead, we act—together—because building a world grounded in equality, compassion, and freedom requires not just hope, but also courage.

We stand firm in our commitment to remain politically and financially independent. This means we do not accept funding from governments or political parties for our human rights work. Why? Because independence allows us to investigate, expose, and challenge human rights abuses—no matter who is responsible—with credibility and without compromise. Whether it’s holding governments accountable for unjust policies or standing in solidarity with those whose voices are silenced, our impartiality is non-negotiable. It protects the integrity of our research, advocacy, and activism, and ensures that our loyalty is to people, not power.

Our strength is in our numbers— we’re a global community of more than 10 million people standing up for human rights. We are ordinary people with extraordinary commitment, working together across borders, languages, and time zones to challenge injustice wherever it happens. When one voice speaks out, it can be silenced—but when millions rise together, we are impossible to ignore. Whether defending freedom of expression, protecting Indigenous rights, or demanding justice for victims of state violence, we act in solidarity because we believe in dignity, equality, and freedom for all. This is what people power looks like—and it’s changing lives every day.

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At Amnesty International Canada, you’ll find a community that aligns with your values: freedom, equality, and justice. Whether you’re advocating for climate justice, dismantling systemic racism, or defending freedom of expression, your voice matters here. We’re bold, inclusive, and unafraid to challenge power—just like you. If you’re ready to turn your passion into global impact, join us.

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Amnesty International encourages supporters to write appeal letters directly to officials who are in a position to end a human rights violation and to write solidarity letters directly to people wrongfully detained or targeted for their human rights work.

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Success stories

USA

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil freed from US immigration detention

There was good news on June 20, 2025 when Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil was finally freed from US immigration detention on the orders of a federal judge.

A lawful US permanent resident and recent graduate of Columbia University in New York, Mahmoud was arrested on March 8 at the student housing building where he lived. The immigration officials who took him into custody threatened to detain his wife, Noor Abdalla, a US citizen. At the time of Mahmoud’s detention, Noor was expecting their first child, who was born just a few weeks later.

“Your messages have kept me going. Still the fight is far from over, the genocide is still happening in Gaza, Israel is still waging a full war against Palestine. The U.S. government is funding this genocide, and Columbia University is investing in this genocide. This is why I was protesting, this is why I will continue protesting with every one of you, not only if they threaten me with detention. Even if they would kill me, I would still speak up for Gaza.”

Türkiye

Former Chair of Amnesty International’s Türkiye section has been acquitted

Taner Kılıç, a refugee rights lawyer and former Chair of Amnesty International’s Türkiye section, has finally been acquitted after nearly eight years of judicial proceedings.

Arrested in June 2017, he was unjustly convicted in 2020 despite no credible evidence. Taner faced more than six years in prison for “membership of a terrorist organization”. Amnesty provided relief support to him and his family as they endured the ordeal of his imprisonment.

"This nightmare that has gone on for almost eight years is finally over. The only thing I was sure of throughout this process was that I was right and innocent, and the support from all over the world gave me strength. I thank each and every one who stood up for me!”

Angola

Tiktoker released after pressure from Amnesty's global campaign

Neth Nahara, a mother of two young children, was jailed for criticizing Angola’s president on TikTok. She was tried, convicted, and sentenced to six months in prison – later increased to two years. Nahara was released from prison on January 1, 2025, after pressure from the Write for Rights campaign.

"I want to say thank you to Amnesty International for everything you did for me… and for everyone who demanded my freedom. Right now, I am in my house, with my kids, and speaking to my husband and everybody. I want to say thank you.”

Kyrgyzstan

Human Rights Defender acquitted after facing 15 years for peacefully protesting

Rita Karasartova, a human rights defender in Kyrgyzstan, was arrested in 2022 for peacefully protesting a controversial border agreement with Uzbekistan that endangered local access to fresh water. She faced up to 15 years in prison on charges of “attempting to overthrow the government.” Thanks to the global Write for Rights campaign, which mobilized thousands of supporters calling for her freedom, Rita was acquitted and released, crediting the campaign’s solidarity for helping secure her justice and hope.

“[The] petitions, signatures, and the huge number of letters that went to the court and the prosecutor’s office were all very powerful. They empowered us all. Every time I opened the envelopes and read the letters, I realized how powerful solidarity was.”