Amnesty International places quotations around the word "disappearance" to highlight the often deliberate and state-sanctioned nature of such actions, suggesting that individuals are not merely going missing but are being forcibly taken or hidden by authorities. This use of quotation marks emphasizes the severity and intentionality behind these acts, framing them as human rights violations rather than accidental or natural occurrences. It also calls attention to the need for accountability and justice for those affected.
Amnesty International is an organization that fights for human rights around the world.
Amnesty International requires funds to pursue the liberation of persons illegally detained (and ultimately murdered) by theocracies around the world.
It is a global organisation with offices around the world, but its general secretariat is in London.
it has been around for 50 years
It appears that Amnesty International petitions against the death penalty, and one may assume that they also organize protests around the same issue as was previously stated. They send appeals to courts against the death penalty based on data that they find around what prisoners are in line for it.
London. Peter Benenson House, 1 Easton Street, London
As of my last update in October 2023, Amnesty International's annual income varies, typically ranging from around €300 million to €400 million. The organization primarily relies on donations from individuals and grants, avoiding governmental funding to maintain its independence. For the most accurate and current financial information, it's best to consult their official financial reports or website.
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The logo shows a flame (candle) of hope behind barbed wire. The candle and barbed wire represents all the prisoners that Amnesty International has not been able to help. It also reminds the people of the old Chinese Saying: "Better to light a candle than curse the darkness"