Amnesty International is a Non-Governmental human rights Organization that addresses injustices faced in all corners of the world. Amnesty International hosts a Network called “Urgent Actions” that lists current human rights issues that are needing action taken by authorities/officials to be resolved. Amnesty urges people to use the issue-based information to join over 500,000 people sending letters to support the protection of people from human rights violations. Joining the Urgent Actions Network folks will be provided with all the tools needed to take part in a collective action to addressing injustices and make equitable change in another person’s life.
The Students’ Union has joined the Urgent Actions Network and is committed to taking regular action to address some of the human rights issues highlighted by Amnesty. The Urgent Actions Network allows for TRUSU to expand on our current solidarity work to create a larger international impact that knows no borders. As part of this commitment, the Union will be sending an Urgent Action letter every 2 weeks to support the fight to protect people worldwide that are experiencing Human Rights violations!
Issues
Below, you can browse through recent issues that the Union has sent letters requesting for Urgent Actions to be taken. Click here to see older letters.
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TRUSU urges Ethiopia to halt mass evictions under the Corridor Project and protect the right to housing in line with international human rights standards.
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TRUSU urges El Salvador to protect Fidel Zavala, end his inhumane detention, and uphold rights for all unjustly jailed under the ongoing state of emergency.
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The Union urges Kano State to release Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, drop all charges, and ensure urgent medical care amid grave human rights violations.
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TRUSU urges Field Marshal Haftar to reveal the fate of 79-year-old Sheikh Al-Biju, forcibly disappeared by LAAF, and to ensure his release and medical care.
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TRUSU urges Ecuador to resume efforts to find 23 men missing after a 2023 landslide. Families demand action, calling stalled searches unacceptable.
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The Union urges the release of Sayed Rahim Saidi, a filmmaker jailed on false charges in Afghanistan. Denied medical care & legal rights, his case…
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TRUSU urges Turkish authorities to release human rights advocate Nimet Tanrıkulu, calling for an end to baseless detentions and the misuse of anti-terror laws.
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The union urged President Abinader to halt mass deportations of Haitians, citing human rights violations. Action is needed to protect vulnerable communities.
Outcomes
Explore the outcomes of cases we’ve addressed through our Urgent Action Program below.
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TRUSU Urges Mali Minister of Human Rights and Justice to support release of University Professor, Étienne Fakaba Sissoko.
Questions
If you have questions about the Unions participation in the Amnesty International Urgent Actions, Contact the Equity Coordinator.
Did you know that you can be part of the change too? Visit Amnesty International Urgent Actions for more information on how you can join the Network and start requesting urgent actions today!