Archive for May, 2009
Troy Davis Bethlehem vigil pictures
Posted May 25th, 2009 by Dan | Allentown, Amnesty News, Bethlehem
Amnesty International supporters in Bethlehem held a vigil on May 15 in support of Troy Davis. Thanks to Dan Laxar, Allentown group coordinator and PA legislative coordinator, for sending these pictures.
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Agenda for Chester County group meeting tonight
Posted May 20th, 2009 by Jeff | West Chester
May Meeting Special Event: Case File Manager introduces/reviews Jessica Garcia dossier
Monthly Meeting Activities Include:
Updates/Reports by…
Human-Rights-in-the-News Archivist
Death Penalty Specialist
Liaison to National Religious Campaign Against Torture
High School & University AI Groups
Amnesty Area Coordinator
Monthly “Actions”
Letters and petitions on behalf of prisoners of conscience
Other Activities Include:
Quarterly Film Night Events
Tabling/Public Speaking Opportunities
DIRECTIONS:
Magnolia Grill
[in the Chester County Book and Music Company]
The Chester County Book & Music Company is located at the intersection of Route 202 and Paoli Pike in the West Goshen Center, West Chester PA. Exit at the Paoli Pike ramp from Route 202, and you will find the West Goshen Center directly to the right of the exit ramp. For point-to-point directions, refer to that specific feature at Mapquest.com.
DATE & TIME
Third Wednesday each month
7:30 – 8:45 PM
April 28, 2009 meeting of Group #531 (Allentown)
Posted May 20th, 2009 by Dan | Allentown
Group #531 (Allentown, PA) met on April 28 with four members in attendance. Those present reporting sending 31 letters on human rights issues in the last two month cycle.
Karen Berry and Dan Laxar reported on their respective meetings with U.S. legislators during the National lobbying effort in early April. (Karen met with Sen. Specter’s office and Dan with Rep. Holden). This effort concerned accountability for past abuses of detainees in U.S. custody.
Karen brought a letter concerning an Individual at Risk in Burundi, which we agreed to send as individuals. Tony Marino updated the group on the situation in Gaza/Israel, which we then discussed.
Dan summarized the recent AIUSA report “Jailed with Justice,” on the current state of conditions for those who are detained on immigration issues. Dan provided a letter to Sec. Napolitano on this problem, which the group members will send individually.
Dan also brought a letter on the humanitarian situation in Darfur, following the response of Sudan’s president to his indictment on crimes against humanity by the ICC. The letter was addressed to three different recipients with influence in the region, and will be sent by the individual members.
Dan distributed flyers for the upcoming fund-raiser at Friendly’s Restaurant in Allentown. Finally, we discussed the screening of “Torturing Democracy,” which we hope will take place in June or early July.
AIUSA Mid-Atlantic Weekly Update, May 13
Posted May 14th, 2009 by Jen | Mid-Atlantic Region
AIUSA Mid-Atlantic Weekly Update
May 13th, 2009
ACTION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS. HOPE FOR HUMANITY
In this issue
1. Highlight: Special Focus Case Rally
2. Take Action: Global Day of Action for Troy Davis
3. Opportunities
- Get Connected to MARO On-line and on Twitter
- Film Available on Juan Melendez
- Seeking Candidates for AIUSA Board of Directors
5. Local Events
– Local Events for Troy Davis
– June is Torture Awareness Month
– Tiananmen Demonstration
6. Volunteer Opportunities
– SAC
– Apply to be part of the RPG
Letter writing update – Roxana Saberi Freed!
Posted May 13th, 2009 by April | Amnesty News
From the AIUSA Blog:
“We’re happy to report that American-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi was freed from prison in Iran!
Roxana had been given an eight-year prison sentence on trumped up charges of “espionage” following a brief closed door trial in Tehran last month. Amnesty International had issued an urgent action calling for her release. Over 26,000 messages were sent to the Iranian government demanding her release.
Thanks to all who took action with us. While Roxana may be free, there are still countless other prisoners of conscience languishing in prison cells around the world. Please take a moment to take action on their behalf so they can join Roxana in freedom.”
AIUSA Mid-Atlantic Weekly Update, May 6
Posted May 7th, 2009 by Jen | Mid-Atlantic Region
AIUSA Mid-Atlantic Weekly Update
May 6th, 2009
ACTION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS. HOPE FOR HUMANITY
In this issue
1. Highlight: End of 100 Days Event Success!
2. Take Action: Global Day of Action for Troy Davis
3. Campaign Updates
– Counter Terror With Justice Update
– Mother’s Day Card Action
4. Opportunities
– Film Available on Juan Melendez
– Seeking Candidates for AIUSA Board of Directors
5. National Events
– Special Focus Case – Rally For Filep and Yusak
– Troy Davis Day of Action
6. Local Events
– June is Torture Awareness Month!
– Tiananmen Demonstration
7. Volunteer Opportunities
– Student Area Coordinator
– Regional Planning Group
– Maryland State Death Penalty Abolition Coordinator