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Unison logo 230th Anniversary logoAmnesty International is a movement of over two million people from across the world standing up for human rights. Trade unionists and Amnesty have been working together for 30 years. We believe that coming together in international solidarity can bring about real change.
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Dave Prentis, General Secretary of UNISONDave Prentis, General Secretary of UNISON
"Trade unions were created to defend the rights of working people, including the right to freedom of association, the right to organise and the right to decent pay and working conditions. To this day trade unions still have to fight for and defend those basic human rights. They have to do it in Britain and they have to do it in almost every country in the world.

"UNISON's relationship with Amnesty International has strengthened through the Trade Union Network Committee and cooperation on trade union rights campaigns. UNISON will continue to encourage 100 per cent affiliation of all branches to engage in the work of Amnesty International". Read Dave Prentis' full remarks

Kate Allen, Director Amnesty International UKKate Allen, Director Amnesty International UK
"I am immensely proud of the significant contribution that trade unionists have made in defence of human right over the 30 years since our Trade Union Network was formed. We are always been able to rely on you as partners in our common purpose to protect individuals wherever justice, fairness, freedom and truth are denied.

"UNISON and its branches and members have been at the forefront of our endeavours - ordinary people doing extraordinary things to stand up for humanity and human rights. Whether campaigning for LGBT rights, challenging violence against women, standing up for asylum seekers here at home, or defending trade unionists at risk around the world, working together on these and other issues we have made a real difference. If you are not already involved, I would like to extend an invitation to you to join our vital work on this anniversary year by affiliating your branch and becoming an individual member".

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Amnesty relies on the active participation of its members to achieve its goals. Our achievements have a huge impact. Imprisoned trade unionists are released. Death sentences are commuted. Torturers are brought to justice. Governments are persuaded to change their laws and practices.

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Affiliate your Branch to the Amnesty Trade Union Network
It's a powerful and practical way for you to make your commitment to human rights count even more. Sign up to affiliate your UNISON branch from as little as £30 a year.