When the group met on Thursday 14th April, we took action on cases for Syria. I spoke to the group about human rights in Syria while Rebecca Cordell of Freedom from Torture (formerly The Medical Foundation for the Victims of Torture) spoke about the excellent work of her organisation with a close look at what [...]
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Group takes Action on Syria and Torture
Posted in amnesty, human rights, Local Group, protect the human, rights and justice, Uncategorized, universal declaration of human rights, urgent action, tagged Freedom from Torture, Medical Foundation for the Victims of torture, Saydnaya, Syria, Torture on April 15, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
You are Powerful
Posted in protect the human, universal declaration of human rights on December 9, 2008 | 1 Comment »
AIUK have put out a short viral video called ‘You are Powerful’ to mark 60 years of the UDHR. Also this week, starting tonight, there will be 4 ’3 minute wonder’ Amnesty films straight after the Channel 4 news celebrating the UDHR values, such as freedom of speech. Check out the video and find out [...]
60 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Posted in british library, the elders, universal declaration of human rights on November 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
2008 marks 60 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, but how many of us know exactly what our human rights are? The British Library are currently running an exhibition called Taking Liberties, based on the 900 year struggle for Britain’s freedoms and rights. As well as their exhibition you will also find on [...]
Universal Declaration – Children's Edition
Posted in book, illustration, publishing, universal declaration of human rights on October 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We are All Born Free is a simplified version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for Children by AIUK and is published by Frances Lincoln. The proceeds of this book go to Amnesty. It is beautifully illustrated by stars from the world of children’s books, has been translated into 30 languages and is to [...]




