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WEBNorthern Ireland. From dealing with the legacy of the Troubles, to issues relating to Abortion rights, and individual stories of victims, we campaign for Human Rights in Northern Ireland at Stormont, through the media, through education, and at meetings and events all over Northern Ireland. Region.
About Amnesty International UK
WEBWe are Amnesty International UK. We work to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth and dignity are denied. As a global movement of over ten million people, Amnesty International is the world's largest grassroots human rights organisation. We investigate and expose abuses, educate and mobilise the public, and help transform societies to ...
Human rights in the UK - Amnesty
WEBThe Human Rights Act brings home fundamental, universal rights we all have as human beings, and allows us to challenge authorities if they violate them. If you’re lucky you won’t ever need to use it in a court. But it’s protecting you all the same. It’s an invisible safety net for all of us, working quietly to ensure our rights are ...
What is the Human Rights Act? - Amnesty
WEBDec 19, 2023 · From helping victims of domestic abuse to protecting confidential communications between lawyers and their clients – the Human Rights Act helps us to fight injustice and incompetence in the UK and hold those in power to account. It’s been used by people in care homes, by children to make sure they are protected from abuse and harm when in ...
What are human rights? - Amnesty
WEBJan 21, 2017 · Human rights are the fundamental rights and freedoms that belong to every single one of us, anywhere in the world. Human rights apply no matter where you are from, what you believe in, or how you choose to live your life. Human rights can never be taken away, but they can sometimes be restricted – for example if a person breaks the law, or in the interests of national security.
The Human Rights Act Explained - Amnesty
WEBThe Human Rights Act brings home fundamental, universal rights we all have as human beings, and allows us to challenge authorities if they violate them. If you’re lucky you won’t ever need to use it in a court. But it’s protecting you all the same. It’s an invisible safety net for all of us, working quietly to ensure our rights are ...
Protect the Protest - Amnesty
WEBProtect the Protest. Throughout history, people coming together in protest has changed the world for the better. From stopping wars, winning human rights victories and standing up against racism - protest has been powerful. But now, this precious right is under attack and deserves to be protected from people in power who fear change and don’t ...
Get Involved - Amnesty
WEBRoom Hire and Public Spaces. The Human Rights Action Centre is the base for our UK work, and it’s a space for our activists and the wider human rights community to meet and work. Learn more about hiring our building, rooms, and other accessibility information.
Coronavirus and human rights - Amnesty
WEBCoronavirus and human rights. The Coronavirus pandemic is a human rights crisis in the most immediate sense. Our usual work must continue, and we must now also ensure emergency laws protect the most vulnerable, such as people living in poverty, with disabilities or with violent partners. With your support, we …