What We Do

We investigate human rights abuses, campaign for justice, and support survivors and defenders around the world. Amnesty International stands with the oppressed and demands accountability from those in power.

Our Integrated Approach

Human rights violations are systematic and interconnected. That's why Amnesty International combines research, campaigning, and direct support to deliver maximum impact. We expose abuses, mobilize global activism, and stand with those demanding their rights.

Our global network of activists, researchers, and supporters gives us unique power to hold governments and institutions accountable, regardless of borders or politics.

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Amnesty International's integrated approach to human rights

How We Work

Amnesty International combines three complementary approaches to maximize human rights impact globally.

Research

We investigate and document human rights violations with rigorous methodology and evidence-based reporting to expose the truth.

Campaigning

We mobilize global activism and public pressure to demand accountability and lasting change from governments and institutions.

Direct Support

We provide emergency assistance and long-term solidarity to survivors and human rights defenders facing threats and persecution.

Our Work Areas

Discover how Amnesty International defends human rights across key focus areas globally.

Research & Investigation

We investigate human rights abuses with rigorous fact-finding and documentation. Our researchers gather evidence of violations and crimes against humanity to expose the truth and hold perpetrators accountable.

Documenting human rights violations
Investigating war crimes and crimes against humanity
Publishing evidence-based reports

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Global Advocacy Campaigns

We mobilize millions of supporters worldwide to demand change. Our campaigns target governments, corporations, and institutions to uphold human rights and protect the vulnerable from abuse.

Organizing global campaigns for justice
Mobilizing public pressure for change
Engaging policymakers and decision-makers

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Rapid Response & Protection

When human rights defenders face threats, we act immediately. We provide urgent support to protect activists, journalists, and vulnerable people at risk of violence and persecution.

Protecting human rights defenders in danger
Providing emergency legal assistance
Securing asylum for persecuted activists

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Community Support & Solidarity

We stand with communities affected by human rights violations. We provide psychosocial support, legal assistance, and long-term solidarity with survivors and their families seeking justice.

Supporting survivors of torture and abuse
Providing legal aid and advocacy
Building community resilience

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Digital Rights & Freedom

We fight surveillance, censorship, and digital repression. We campaign for privacy, freedom of expression, and protection from state and corporate surveillance online.

Combating digital surveillance
Protecting online freedom of expression
Fighting censorship and internet restrictions

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Thematic Campaigns

We tackle human rights violations across key areas: gender-based violence, refugee and migrant rights, LGBTQ+ equality, indigenous rights, and freedom from torture and detention.

Ending violence against women
Protecting refugee and migrant rights
Fighting for equality and inclusion

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Our Global Impact

Millions of people worldwide fighting for justice, freedom, and dignity.

10M+

Activists and supporters globally

190+

Countries with Amnesty presence

100+

Countries investigated annually

100+

Campaigns active every year

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