NOTE: We have received information that she has discontinued her hunger strike. - "Chelsea Manning Ends Hunger Strike; Army Agrees To Gender-Affirming Surgery," NPR September 14, 2016
- "Chelsea Manning to receive gender transition surgery: lawyers," Reuters, September 14, 2016
Imprisoned Iraq war whistleblower Chelsea Manning has announced that she is going on hunger strike to protest years of bullying and harassment by the U.S. military, and to demand basic respect, humane treatment, and access to needed healthcare related to her gender transition.
Chelsea needs our support now more than ever. If you care about peace, the rule of law, free speech, human rights, and future whistleblowing, sign the petition to show you stand with Chelsea during her nonviolent protest for basic rights and dignified treatment.
Click here for ONLINE PETITION.
Note: Amnesty International has been a long supporter of Chelsea Manning.
- Send Chelsea Manning a message of support, Amnesty International UK, ONLINE PETITION
- In Their Own Words, Amnesty International UK, PODCAST
- Chelsea Manning: 'It is terrifying to face the government alone,' The Guardian, August 2, 2016
