HUMANITY APPEAL

Within everyone is the power of humanity.  

This power lifts us all. With it, we can change society for the better.  

As we navigate a path to the other side of COVID-19, there has been an outpouring of kindness. People have shown a tremendous capacity to care for each other. This is more than just a flurry of nice gestures – it’s the mutual respect and selflessness that makes up the foundation of the society we all want. One where everyone is valued and all of our rights are strengthened.  

Yes, there have also been moves in the opposite direction. That’s why the work of Amnesty International’s eight-million strong global movement is more important than ever.  

Human rights are at risk. And it’s not just someone else, somewhere else – this is about all of us, here and now. 

WHAT ARE WE DOING? 

Globally 

Around the world, Amnesty International is standing up for people and communities who are most at risk.  

• We’re calling for the release of all prisoners of conscience, before COVID-19 spreads to prisons where there’s no way for people to self-isolate.  

• We’re demanding that journalists aren’t punished for reporting on the crisis. 

•  And with you, we’re a more powerful voice for everyone’s right to healthcare, housing and food. 

Locally 

Here in New Zealand, Amnesty International is working hard to ensure that our Government puts human rights at the centre of their response to the pandemic. 

• We’re playing a vital role as a Government watchdog, attending select committees and speaking up for human rights. 

• We’re pushing for transparency from the Department of Corrections on how long people are being held in lockdown, with an immediate end to extended hours that amount to solitary confinement. 

• We’re working behind the scenes to advocate for and protect asylum seekers and refugees across Aotearoa. 

HOW YOU CAN HELP  

What you do today has immediate effects for vulnerable people. But it’s more than that. What you do today can build the caring society of tomorrow. It’s how you help change the systems that strip people of their rights. What you do now, while the window of compassion has opened, is exactly how you can help build a better world for everyone.  

Join us today and together, we can act in solidarity and compassion with people at risk in New Zealand and around the world. 

With your regular monthly donation, we can mobilise the shared humanity in everyone so that we can all live with care and respect for each other. 

THANK YOU FOR GIVING TO HUMANITY

Click here to check out our research, campaigning and advocacy work in New Zealand and globally, upcoming webinars with human rights experts, surveys to get your views, and more.