One thing I want to do from time to time is focus on a particular charity which is close to my heart. I will give a few details, explain why I think it is important and give information on how to donate / help in other ways.
Today I want to look at Amnesty International, a British human rights charity.
The phrase 'Human Rights' has a stigma attached for many people (thanks to certain tabloid newspapers which will remain nameless!) but if you strip away the stigma, what it means is protecting the basic rights that everyone on the planet has, whether they know it or not.
Amnesty International operates in two ways: by conducting research, and promoting action and mobilisation among ordinary people to prevent and end violations of human rights.
They often focus on individual cases - for example, they put pressure on governments to release political prisoners, or to end torture, to ensure a fair trial or to prevent the death penalty.
In my opinion they are the last life line for people all over the world who face situations most of us can't even imagine. They are the thorn in the foot of tyrannical dictators the world over and they must be supported in their work.
Just remember the phrase 'There but for the grace of God (or fate) go I...'
If you want to help - either by signing a petition, sending a letter or making a donation - please visit their website at http://www.amnesty.org.uk/content.asp?CategoryID=10009
Thanks.
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