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What is Amnesty International?
A global movement committed to creating a future where human rights are enjoyed by everyone.
What type of organization is Amnesty International?
Amnesty International runs on ______ power.
people
What are the core principles of Amnesty International?
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What is the vision of Amnesty International?
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What is one of the human rights priorities of Amnesty International?
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The first international document on human rights was established in ______.
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Human rights issues are limited to governmental practices.
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What does the term 'flexible areas of work' refer to in Amnesty International?
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Study Notes
Amnesty International
- Global movement with over 10 million members focused on human rights.
- Operates independently of political ideologies, economic interests, or religions.
- Strives for accountability of human rights violators worldwide.
- Governed democratically by individual members; representatives from over 60 countries participate in the Global Assembly.
- Core principles: impartiality, independence, accuracy, universality, and indivisibility of human rights.
- Vision to achieve universal human rights as detailed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- Current Global Strategic Framework (2022-2030) identifies key human rights priorities.
Human Rights Priorities
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Freedom of expression and civic space
- Strengthening freedom of expression and association.
- Securing the right to peaceful assembly.
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Equality and non-discrimination
- Promoting gender, racial, and intersectional justice.
- Ensuring rights to health, housing, and social security.
- Securing climate justice.
- Protecting rights of refugees, migrants, and frontline crisis responders.
Flexible Areas of Work
- Up to 20% of resources can be allocated to pressing local human rights issues.
- Examples include the abolition of the death penalty, access to justice, and reforms in the criminal justice system.
Understanding Human Rights
- Fundamental for living with dignity; no singular definition exists.
- Encompasses equality, personal integrity, privacy, freedom, and satisfaction of basic needs.
- Entitlement to human rights applies universally, regardless of nationality, gender, race, religion, or language.
- Human rights issues are pervasive; they influence freedoms in personal, social, and professional environments.
- Significant focus on human rights emerged post-World War II, culminating in the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Test your knowledge on the principles and practices of Human Rights Friendly Schools as promoted by Amnesty International. This quiz explores fundamental human rights concepts and the global movement aimed at ensuring these rights for everyone. Join in the effort to promote positive change and inclusivity in education!
