Friday, August 7, 2015

AI Madison Group #139 Weekly Update - August 7, 2015

  Greetings Everyone!

     I was thinking how easy it is to become discouraged when reading the news and listening to stories about human rights injustices. Then, I read this Facebook post from Amnesty International Europe and it gave me a renewed sense of purpose. Is it hard to be a witness to executions? Yes. But, we can "shed a light" and make a difference.
"Did you know, the Amnesty International candle wrapped in barbed wire was inspired by the ancient Chinese proverb: “It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness”? The candle reflects our founder, Peter Benenson’s hope that our work would shine a light in the darkest of places where ‪#‎humanrights‬ abuses go unpunished."
     Yes, we have not forgotten and neither has this three year old. Join us! Stay informed! Sign petitions! Shine a light on Raif and his family. #FreeRaif
     We have received some questions about writing URGENT ACTIONS. I've started a blog topic on Open Forum for members to share their practical tips and suggestions. Please share your advice with us. Here's one response: "There are several ways to mail letters from the U.S. to other countries. I personally use Global Forever stamps. You can purchase them at your post office or order them online. They are $1.10 each and come in groups of 20."
      Have a wonderful week!
    
     -Debbie, Weekly Update Editor
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