What is Amnesty International? Amnesty International is a nongovernmental/nonprofit organization that revolves around ending the injustice of human rights on a worldwide scale.
The end goal is a world where human rights can be enjoyed by all. Based in London, England, it is said to have more than 7 million members and supporters in over 150 countries and territories. Amnesty International goes by the motto "Better to light a candle than curse the darkness". Their motto to me means to never give up and to always stay hopeful. Included in this paper will be a brief history, mission, and potential Joint Operation affiliation.
What is the history of Amnesty International? In 1961, when two Portuguese students were jailed just for raising
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He continued to write and open the eyes of the people even after his article was published by founding Amnesty International, in London 1961. An organization that has now helped many people survive and continue to survive this society of injustice.
What is the structure of Amnesty International? Beginning with its large London base
Amnesty International has begun opening regional offices in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Central and
Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. These regional offices are used for investigations, campaigns and communications. Volunteers are what make up the largest portion of Amnesty International 's members, but a small portion of paid professionals are also employed as well. The members are organized in sections in the countries that they have a large presence in. New regional offices are created to build and reinforce the work of Sections who already work at the national level in more than 70 countries. As 2005, this organization had
52 sections worldwide. A few of Amnesty International sections are Australia, Canada, France,
Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Spain, Taiwan, USA, and
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Amnesty International has offices in over 80 countries and campaigns in many more.
In 2016, Amnesty International documented the state of human rights in 159 countries.
Does Amnesty International have a place in Joint Operations? Yes, Amnesty
International has a place in Joint Operations. Amnesty International is a nongovernmental organization, a private, self-governing, not-for-profit organization dedicated to alleviating human suffering. Nongovernmental organizations also promote education, health care, economic development, environmental protection, human rights, and conflict resource. Amnesty
International highly encourages the establishment of democratic institutions and civil society.
How could the US Army partner with Amnesty International? The US Army and
Amnesty International could work together on a humanitarian mission. This would further show the world that the US Army wants to make the world better. Joining forces with Amnesty
International would be great for the US Army’s brand. This could also help soldiers build character and practice the Army Values. In conclusion, this paper was about Amnesty International’s history, mission, and potential Joint Operation affiliation. In 1961, Amnesty International was founded in London by