Amnesty International

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Discussion of the non-political organization and how it works. Its history and purpose. Dedication to the protection of human rights. Its work on behalf of political prisoners, refugees. Anti-death penalty stand. Annual listing of worldwide human rights violations. How AI's policies are determined. Makeup of the organization. Recent concerns

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"AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL: HOW IT WORKS AND WHY
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Amnesty International is a 40-year old international organization, non-political, and dedicated to eliminating human rights violations wherever and whenever they occur. It subsists on memberships and donations only from private individuals. It does not accept donations from political entities or governments. Headquartered in London, it is governed by an International Secretariat, currently headed by secretary-General, Pierre Sane. More than a million members, subscribers and regular donors live in more than 160 countries, with nationally organized sections in 56 countries. Headquarters employs about 320 staff members. But, decisions about where to spend funds (some 16 million British pounds this past year) is in the hand ..."

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