Abstract This paper discusses the organization of Amnesty International. Following a brief overview of the organization, the writer considers the role of information in the formation and operation of Amnesty International.
From the Paper "Amnesty International is one of the best known human rights organizations. The organization has received the Nobel Peace Prize, as well as the United Nations Human Rights Award. Its focus initially was on prisoners of conscience today, its mandate includes human rights in general and address non-state actors as well. Information is key to its mission and its strategy-the organization gathers, collates and disseminates information, while maintaining an ostensibly neutral stance with regard to political and economic systems ... "
Tags:amnesty international, information resources, ideology, social movement
Abstract The paper relates that Amnesty International's members work to protect the rights of people while remaining neutral on the views of the victims it sets out to protect. The paper discusses how the members of Amnesty International remain independent even within the organization and Amnesty International do not accept funding from governments or political parties. The paper then discusses how despite Amnesty International's demonstration of its independence, much of the world's media persists in accusing Amnesty International of bias in their work. The paper examines an article that Amnesty International is politically biased but highlights the weaknesses of the article. The paper then discusses how the NGO Monitor denounced Amnesty International for selectivity in its coverage and political bias specifically in the instance of the Israel-Palestinian conflict.
From the Paper ""Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person," states the third article of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The General Assembly of the United Nations adopted this declaration in 1948. The members of the Non-Governmental organization, Amnesty International, campaign worldwide for the rights named in the declaration and work to protect them. The members of this organization carry out their work by researching issues of human rights violations and publicizing their findings through news media, detailed reports, and advertisements. Amnesty International began in 1961 London as a volunteer movement and is still made up of volunteer activists regardless of their background or religious and political views. These members work to protect the rights of people while remaining neutral on the views of the victims it sets out to protect."
Abstract The paper explains the perspectives of those in favor and those against the granting of amnesty to illegal immigrants in the US. The paper suggests the implementation of a law promoting block amnesty of illegal immigrants and goes on to explains this proposal's advantages. The paper adds, however, that Congress would need to increase the security measures at the borders in order to insure that, despite the positive legislation in the field, there is no temptation in breaking the laws of immigration.
From the Paper "The problem of illegal immigration has long been considered to be one of the most stringent issues of the US government due to the increased desire of immigrants from around the world to come and work on American soil. However, the immigration laws that are currently part of the legislative body concerning immigration are limited in their scope and cannot consider all the actions that relate to illegal immigrants.
"One of the most talked about issues however is amnestying illegal immigrants. It represents an important topic for discussion because it has come to affect the society at large and the individual in particular. The first effect is on the society because it means job differences between US citizens and immigrants willing to work for less. At the same time, its effect can be pondered in terms of the individual from the point of view of the message illegal immigration and its amnesty sends for the US citizen. Thus, it can be considered that the amnesty of illegal immigrants allows other criminals to be forgiven for unlawful deeds."
Abstract The following paper explores the pros and cons of providing amnesty to all Mexican immigrants residing in the U.S. and discusses how this would impact other foreign nationals who are not from Mexico.
From the Paper ?America has always been known as the melting pot of the world. Huddled masses travel here from all over the earth to begin life anew and to seek their fortune in the American dream they grew up hearing about. Whether the dream comes true or not is not as important as the ability to survive once they get here and the nation's government is currently entertaining the idea that amnesty to illegal Mexicans in the US would be a good idea. This has caused quite a controversial stir in the nation as people take sides, either for or against the idea.?
Abstract The paper calls for the creation of new policies and general guidelines for solving today's current immigration problems in America. The paper asserts that illegal immigration needs to be controlled, but immigration in and of itself should not be automatically discouraged. The paper is of the opinion that productive, law-abiding illegal workers deserve work permits and/or alien resident cards, perhaps even amnesty on a case-by-case basis. The paper discusses the need for leaders to make fair and firm, yet humane decisions.
From the Paper "The very first foreign settlers from Europe to arrive here, as a united group intent on making America their new home in 1630 (Morgan, 1998), included John Winthrop and Simon Bradstreet, the first and second democratically elected governors of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Sailing with them was an erudite (especially for a woman then), accomplished, prolific, and now much-anthologized poet, Simon Bradstreet's wife Anne. Today we would turn their ship away. Immigration issues in America are plainly very different now; still, it is worth reflecting that had it not been for a ship full of what would now be called illegal immigrants, the United States we know would not exist (Zimmerman,)."
Abstract The paper relates that Amnesty International encourages global organizations to establish human rights practices and also exerts influence on governments to ensure these practices are followed through. The paper looks at the measures that have been put into place to enforce human rights, and notes that the worst violations are forced labor and child labor. The paper also discusses how corporations who market their products as sustaining human rights and ethical guidelines improve the equity of their brand and the perception of the company.
Outline:
Introduction
The Global Now
Measures Against Human Rights Violations
Unacceptable Violations
Modern International Labor Regulation
Global Corporate Marketing
From the Paper "The world has been advancing at an incredible pace, with the last century having served to knit the world together into a tight web of commerce. As the world of business has gone global, the rule of law and effect of regulations has become in an issue, in that each country has a different set of rules. Within some countries such practices as child labor, over-working, and under-paying, are common, and when there are no rules to prevent and regulate these processes, exploitation and other human rights violations occur. In order to discern which country's rules to use when conducting international business mutual agreement must be present, but beyond that, there is an ethical obligation."
Abstract This paper discusses the pros and cons of legalizing the mostly Mexican illegal immigrants currently working in the United States. It begins by laying out the hardships at present which those working and trying to gain legal citizenship face and the burdens to the U.S. economy. This is followed by a well composed argument for legalization, include points such as; the need for agricultural workers, reduced border patrol and increased taxation.
From the paper;
"The issue of the legalization of illegal Mexican immigrants now living in the United States has long been controversial. Opponent's feel legalizing the immigrants will take away jobs from U.S. citizens, and that it sends the wrong message to the thousands of immigrants who entered the country through the proper legal channels. ABC News reports "'This is a kick in the teeth to the thousands of individuals across the world who are legally attempting to enter the United States,' said Rep. Tom Tancredo, R-Colo., chairman of the Congressional Immigration Reform Caucus. 'Instead, the U.S. is saying, "Why wait" Sneak on in! Whether you enter illegally or not, you will be a resident or citizen in no time." The first lesson these new residents will learn about the U.S. is it is OK to break the law.'"
"Current estimates show at least 4 million undocumented workers live in the U. S. About one-quarter of them live in California, and most of them are Mexicans. Mexican immigrants have received amnesty before. ABC News reports, "The last time the United States granted amnesty to illegal immigrants was in 1986, when President Ronald Reagan signed a law that eventually resulted in the regularization of about 2.7 million people, mostly Mexican immigrants in California."?
This paper discusses the organization Amnesty International and its efforts toward the establishment of human rights around the world and documenting abuses: Goals, origins, leadership, organization, treatment of prisoners, role of U.S. government, tortu
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From the Paper This paper will discuss the organization Amnesty International and its efforts toward the establishment of human rights around the world. Amnesty International has three basic goals as its agenda. Its first goal is to seek the release of "prisoners of conscience" around the world. Prisoners of conscience are defined as individuals who have been "imprisoned or otherwise detained by reason of their political, religious or other conscientiously-held beliefs, or on the grounds of their ethnic origin, race, sex or cultural background". In addition, Amnesty International defines prisoners of conscience as those who have been imprisoned for such beliefs without having "used or advocated violence".
The second goal of the Amnesty International organization is the encouragement of "fair and prompt trials for all political
Abstract This paper examines how Pakistan, which has a constitution that declares freedom of religion, is highly influenced by the Islamic religion. It looks at how there are many "blasphemy laws", which give criminal penalties for offenses against the religion of Islam and serve as tools of religious persecution, and how these laws have been used to unjustly put people into prison for business or economic reasons, as well as religious ones. It discusses how child labor and rights are also big issues in Pakistan and how Pakistan's human rights problems extend to other areas, including police brutality, cruel and unusual punishment, lack of women's rights, rape, the death penalty, and many other violations. It also looks at the work of Amnesty International in easing these violations.
From the Paper "Amnesty International has been working during many of the past years to help end the human rights violations in Pakistan. Amnesty asks Pakistan to release all prisoners of conscience, give all citizens fair trial, train law enforcement to obtain the law, replace cruel punishment with those permitted by international human rights laws, revise women's and children's rights laws, stop all executions and abolish the death penalty, uphold law and order and investigate all human rights violations to ensure more violations do not occur in the future (Amnesty International - Time to Take Human Rights Seriously). Using such methods Amnesty has successfully helped release prisoners of conscience and take youths off of death row."
Abstract This paper analyzes two sides of the illegal immigration issue and concludes that amnesty should not be granted to illegal aliens. The paper addresses questions concerning contributions to American society made by illegal immigrants and discusses problems associated with illegal immigration.
From the Paper "Sheila Jackson Lee and Robert Byrd are both members of the U S Congress. Both are members of the Democratic Party, but Lee has taken a stance in favor of granting amnesty to certain groups of illegal immigrants, whereas Byrd holds the opposite position and argues that amnesty ultimately leads to an increase in illegal immigration in that it encourages others to attempt to secure U S residency and citizenship by circumventing the legal processes developed for this purpose. Lee, in contrast argues from..."
Abstract The paper asserts that although the United States should embrace immigrants for bringing further diversity into the country, immigrants pose a threat to the economy, the nation's resources and American jobs. The paper considers a potential solution that would entail a dual action step of tightening border control and reforming the process of becoming a citizen to allow easier access for immigrants to enter into the nation legally. The paper also notes the drawbacks of this idea, however; it would prove costly to the government and there would be many who commit fraud in order to receive that amnesty.
From the Paper "The United States has a long and tumultuous relationship with immigrants from other nations. This nation was born out of the minds of immigrants, yet today we face a huge population of illegal immigrants which has depleted the country's resources and strained many citizens' morale. Despite legal and government efforts to curb this wave of illegal immigrants from entering into the nation's borders, data from 2006 reports that around ten to twelve million immigrants live within the country illegally, (Rector, 2006). A similar study conducted in 1997 showed around five million illegal aliens in the country, representing the shocking increase within the past decade. With an average of 4% of the population of the United States representing an illegal population, the country has found itself in the midst of a huge problem."
Tags: welfare, incarceration, taxes, jobs, amnesty, border, control
Abstract This paper describes how refugees living in refugee camps experience many physical and emotional problems. The paper describes the terrible conditions in the refugee camps in Sudan and Chad as well as the better situation in refugee camps in Lebanon. The paper relates that Amnesty International is raising awareness to help the people suffering in Sudan and Chad.
From the Paper "Refugees arriving at camps are going through and experiencing many problems usually physically as well as mentally. Many come wounded and starving to death. Many are experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, or depression. A person like this is especially at risk when you place them in a new environment and a different lifestyle. Refugees are at a very high risk of committing suicide because of there chaotic lives. This is why it is very important that the refugees receive the medical care they need when arriving at a camp. Without the proper treatment these people are at a high risk."
Abstract This twelve-page academic research paper analyzes the limitations of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and compares the amnesty hearings of the murderers of Amy Biehl and Steve Biko. The differences in the cases in terms of how they reflect the effectiveness of the commission are discussed, as well as how complicated it is to determine whether or not the amnesty hearings actually provide justice.
Abstract This research paper argues that immigration in the U.S. has reached a crisis and we need to rethink our immigration policies. The paper briefly touches on the history of immigration, present immigration problems such as illegals, expert opinions, and ends with a call for an immigration moratorium.
Abstract This paper explores the issue of Female Genital Mutilations (FGM). The author presents the views of Amnesty International and the Feminist Majority Foundation on this issue. In addition, the author will examine the available legal or constitutional rights as a means of merely managing this global situation.
From the Paper "Female Genital Mutilations (FGM) for more then a decade now has been the major concern for International organizations. FGM according to these organizations is not only violation against humanity but also human rights, thereby declaring it a constitutional and a legal issue. The Amnesty International, for example, have indicated that FGM is not necessary but only a cultural ritual that people perform from age old, pre-dating Islamic periods. Hence, it does not have any religious significance but a continuation of barbarian rituals. In this regard it is important that one weigh the pros and cons of the issue whether it has any weight from a constitutional or legal stand point of view. The following discussion investigates this issue in the light of various media and intervention methods that could be utilized by the community. "
