Welcome to the Amnesty International at GWU
GW Amnesty International is a student-led chapter of the international organization that advocates for human rights and the protection of justice, freedom, truth, and dignity around the world. With more than 2.2 million supporters, activists and volunteers in over 150 countries, and complete independence from government, corporate or national interests, we work to protect human rights worldwide. The organization works to investigate and expose abuses, educate and mobilize the public, and help transform societies to create a safer, more just world. We believe that human rights abuses anywhere are the concern of people everywhere.
By raising awareness of global issues, GW Amnesty International is preparing a forthcoming generation with the essential background knowledge to better understand the world from a human rights perspective. GW To further this goal, GW Amnesty brings human rights activists, professionals, and academics to campus to engage students on critical–and often controversial–human rights issues. In bi-weekly meetings we hold discussions on human rights issues, where students have the opportunity to voice their opinions and challenge their own formerly held beliefs. Through protests, lobbying, and letter writing campaigns we aim to pressure government officials to align their policy with human rights. We are not just students–we are both intellectuals and activists. Join us.
