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Activism and fundraising resources

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  • Amnesty International UK membership forms

    Are you thinking about taking the next step and joining Amnesty International UK to help protect human rights? This page has everything you need to get started. Support human rights by becoming a member today.

    Activism resource 02 Jun 2026
  • Toolkit: Local Councils and Human Rights

    A toolkit for engaging local councils on human rights issues such as homelessness and racism within the community - in election periods and beyond.

    Toolkit, Activism resource, Campaign resource 08 Apr 2026
  • Scotland 2026: Campaigning for Human Rights

    A campaigning toolkit designed to help activists promote human rights in the run-up to the 2026 Scottish parliamentary election

    Toolkit, Activism resource, Campaign resource 25 Mar 2026
  • Defend Dissent Charter

    This charter sets out our Defend Dissent commitments to protect freedom of expression, academic freedom and the right to peaceful protest on UK campuses.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines 07 Nov 2025
  • Use Your Voice: Amnesty youth campaign

    This resource contains all the information you need to know about the Use Your Voice campaign and how to get involved.

    Activism resource, Resource pack 05 Nov 2025
  • 5 Ways To Keep Resisting Racism

    Maslaha, Praxis and Amnesty International UK have developed this resource which aims to provide 5 ways to keep resisting racism. From ways to show solidarity, to sharing knowledge and taking action, together, we keep each other safe.

    Activism resource, Information guide 08 Aug 2025
  • Interactive Map: Automated Racism

    Map with information on whether your local police force uses "crime predicting" technology, and if so, which one. It includes stop and search rates and demographics in your area, as well as how the stop and search rate compares to other police forces.

    Toolkit, Activism resource 25 Jun 2025
  • Activist expenses and budget cards

    Guidance for Lead Activists on how to use Equals Cards, appropriate use of the cards/budget, and information on what happens when things go wrong.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines 12 Jun 2024
  • The Lobbying Act: A guide for Amnesty groups

    This guide explains how Amnesty International UK complies with the Lobbying Act, and what it means for you as an activist, particularly during regulated periods ahead of future elections.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines 05 May 2024
  • Activism representative role description

    This resource explains the role of an Activism Representative, including supporting local groups, coordinating regional activism, and the benefits of this volunteer leadership role.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines, Groups and networks resource 20 Mar 2024
  • Resources for Key Activists

    This resource pack, designed for Key Activists, contains guidelines for activists on how to run their own campaigns, a form for sharing activist-led campaign information with Amnesty International UK.

    Activism resource, Resource pack, Guidance and Guidelines, Groups and networks resource 18 Aug 2023
  • Action toolkit for British nationals detained in Iran

    We’ve created this toolkit to support you and your community to take further action to support the No-one Left Behind campaign.

    Toolkit, Activism resource 23 Aug 2022
  • Risk Assessment Template

    This resource helps groups and activists plan events safely, providing a Risk Assessment template with example risks that should be considered and completed before any planned activity.

    Activism resource, Template, Groups and networks resource 22 Aug 2022
  • Amnesty International UK Media Handbook

    This booklet offers practical advice on how to develop and maintain good media relations, and can be used alongside other information, materials and training provided by Amnesty International UK.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines, Groups and networks resource 10 Jan 2021
  • Human Rights and Activism (for ages 14-19)

    A resource for ages 14-19 to learn about human rights under threat and how to be an activist in your community.

    Activism resource, Resource pack, Teaching resource 02 Jul 2020
  • Pride guide for activists

    This resource provides practical guidance for Amnesty activists to plan and deliver an effective presence at Pride events.

    Activism resource, Information guide, Groups and networks resource 06 May 2018
  • LGBTI+ Questions and Answers

    This Q&A explains LGBTI human rights issues and the work we are doing in this area. Developed by our LGBTI Network this

    Q&A, Activism resource, Groups and networks resource 09 Jul 2014
  • Terms of reference for the activism forum

    This document outlines the purpose, membership and operation of the Activism Representatives Forum, and how it supports collaboration and Amnesty International UK’s strategic goals.

    Activism resource, Guidance and Guidelines, Groups and networks resource 11 Jun 2013