Global Writing Marathon, 5 - 13 December 2009
We’re writing for human rights
Every year, as part of our celebrations for International Human Rights Day (10 December), thousands of people around the world come together to make a difference in the lives of prisoners of conscience, human rights defenders, victims of torture and other individuals at risk.
Using the proven power of writing letters, we will demand that the rights of individuals are respected, protected and fulfilled and to show solidarity with people who suffer human rights abuses.
Who we’re writing for
(Click on the images to see each casefile)
Why we're writing
The letters we write, together with those of thousands of others, can stop torture, save a life and/or protect a courageous human rights defender. These letters will help to put pressure on governments (and international organisations) that are failing to stop human rights abuses. They can help people get their voices heard.
Amnesty International was founded by one person going public with his letter-writing action. Click here to see how ordinary New Zealanders are still doing that today.
Click here to see how the power of Amnesty International’s campaigning has helped to make a difference in the lives of real people.
How you can join us
Which of these options suits you best?
- Write on your own: Write your own letters based on the six casefiles above. Download our tips for letter-writing here.
- Join a letter-writing event organised by someone else: See what events are happening in your area
- Organise your own letter-writing event and invite friends, family, or colleagues to participate: Phone Campaigns Intern Alex Bayfield on 0800 266 378 ext 216 or email campaigns.intern@amnesty.org.nz to find out more, and receive your Write for Rights Resource Kit.
- Raise money for Amnesty by seeking sponsors for your letter writing (you can do this whether you’re writing alone, or as part of an event): Contact Alex Bayfield
- Sponsor someone else who is writing letters: Contact Alex Bayfield
