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Why the Trans rights movement is done waitingLaws around the world still dehumanise and humiliate trans people. As more people understand that society’s view of gender is outdated, so should our governments.
Blog post 30 Mar 2018 -
Must-watch documentaries for the long weekendFrom Swedish rappers to the refugee crisis – here are some films to keep you entertained and informed this Easter.
Blog post 29 Mar 2018 -
More good news in 2018From standing up for refugee families, to celebrating Suffragette Spirit, to Teodora in El Salvador walking free, together, we are making good things happen all over the world.
Blog post 28 Mar 2018 -
Good news! The latest on how you are making a differenceFrom standing up for refugee families, to celebrating Suffragette Spirit, to Teodora in El Salvador walking free, together, we are making good things happen all over the world.
Blog post 28 Mar 2018 -
Yemen: Three years of devastating conflict and escalating human rights abusesThe conflict in Yemen has now been raging for more than three years. The war has had a devastating impact on the country and the people who are trying to live their lives among the ruins of their homes. Thousands have died in the violence, thousands more…
Blog post 27 Mar 2018 -
Gun violence is a human rights issueThere’s a crucial point missing from the gun violence debate in America: saving lives is not a policy choice.
Blog post 22 Mar 2018 -
Times Up for #ToxicTwitterDear @Jack we hope you had enjoyed celebrating @twitter's 12th birthday and particularly all of the messages from our #ToxicTwitter campaign…
Blog post 22 Mar 2018 -
It’s Time for the UK to Adopt and Enact Global Human Rights Accountability BillBlog post 18 Mar 2018
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You did it: 131 MPs voted for the Refugee Family Reunion Bill!The current UK laws on the rights of refugees are restrictive and unfair. But change is possible - the Refugee Family Reunion Bill takes us one giant step closer to reuniting refugee families.
Blog post 16 Mar 2018 -
#FamiliesTogether - Persuading PoliticiansThe Scotland Office took the #FamiliesTogether campaign to the Scottish Labour Party Conference in Dundee last week, where, along with our partners Oxfam Scotland and British Red Cross, we hosted a fringe event to share the reasons why we support the…
Blog post 14 Mar 2018 -
The Amnesty CILIP Honour winners 2017At the start of Refugee Week in the UK, two books that address the global refugee crisis won the prestigious Amnesty CILIP Honour. Click to find out which books won.
Blog post 13 Mar 2018 -
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Solidarity with the sisterhoodBlog post 08 Mar 2018 -
Amnesty colleagues behind bars in Turkey for championing human rightsAmnesty Turkey Chair Taner Kılıç is still jailed for his human rights work. He’s one of many people in the country being persecuted for speaking out. Meanwhile, his family and supporters and colleagues campaign tirelessly for his freedom.
Blog post 02 Mar 2018 -
Standing on the shoulders of our suffragette sistersIn the days leading up to International Women's Day 2018, we are sharing some inspirational success stories of Scottish women activists. We start by raising a glass to our sisters at Scottish Women's Aid and other feminist organisations who fought for a…
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Fairtrade FortnightBlog post 22 Feb 2018
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Improving legal gender recognition in ScotlandThe Scottish Government are consulting on a review of the Gender Recognition Act which will help bring Scottish legislation in line with international best practice and we want you to respond! Read on to find out why and how.
Blog post 22 Feb 2018 -
The legacy of the SuffragettesSally Nicholl’s, whose novel for young adults is about young suffrage campaigners, asks whether things have changed for those still fighting for equality.
Blog post 14 Feb 2018 -
I Am Fighting To Stop Finland Sterilising Trans PeopleBlog post 13 Feb 2018
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'How long can we tolerate this situation?' Stories from the Greek islands' refugee camps15,000 people are currently stranded on the islands. They need and deserve hope for a better future. Urge the authorities to take action.
Blog post 02 Feb 2018
