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The Stansted 15 are a group of UK activists who have been convicted of terrorism-related charges.

 

They now could face up to life in prison. Show them humanity's on their side by sending a message of support.

Geraldine Chacón

Geraldine Chacón is an Amnesty youth activist from Venezuela who's been relentlessly harassed by the authorities for her human rights work.
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Nonhle Mbuthuma

Nonhle leads a peaceful struggle against a company that wants to mine on her ancestral land. For this she’s faced intimidation, harassment and death threats.
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  • 2017

    Amnesty Turkey's director released on bail

    "The most important thing for a prisoner is to not be forgotten. I knew people cared and that gave me the morale to stay strong." - İdil Eser
  • 2017

    Victory for trans people in Finland

    "I am really grateful for every single action people took. I am only one person and alone I can't make the change this society needs. " - Sakris Kupila
  • 2016

    Freed after 44 years in solitary

    "Your messages from beyond the prison walls were an enormous source of strength for me. Thank you.” - Albert Woodfox
  • 2016

    Mexican torture victim freed

    "When I receive all these letters saying that I’m not alone, it makes me feel great." - Yecenia Armenta
  • 2016

    Youth activists in DRC freed

    "I am happy to finally be free. I thank Amnesty International and all those who fought in one way or another for my release." - Fred Bauma
  • 2016

    Palestinian circus performer jailed in Israel freed

    "I love you all. I feel a part of you given how much you stood by me in your actions… I want to thank everyone individually… No words can express it enough." - Mohammad abu Sakha
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