UL Buddy Programme Autumn 2018
International Education Division, UL
- Community
- Limerick
International Education Division, UL
Human Rights/Justice
Amnesty International Galway
Galway
Requirements:Interest in Human Rights Issues
Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who take injustice personally. We are campaigning for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all.
In Ireland, our 18,000 members campaign on issues like reproductive rights, ending torture and protecting migrant & refugee rights, among others. We are independent of any political ideology, economic interest or religion. We are funded by our members and supporters.
Amnesty International in Galway are an active volunteer group who meet every week in the Irish Centre for Human Rights on Mondays at 6pm. We campaign on issues such as Refugee Rights, Individuals at Risk, Sexual and Reproductive Rights, Human Rights Defenders, LGBTI Rights and Anti-death penalty. We are looking for volunteers for the new academic year to help organise events on a range of human rights issues including film screenings, conferences, street actions, petitioning, Write for Rights letter writing marathon (Christmas Market) and fundraising. You will be expected to attend meeting on Monday at 6pm at the Irish Centre for Human Rights, NUI Galway (Yellow building opposite cathedral on Earls Island). Interested volunteers please sign up here online.
Is training provided?: Yes
Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:
Skills required for this role:
Details of time commitment needed for role:
Monday evenings at 6pm
Minimum time commitment per week:
2 hour p/week
If you have any questions about this role please feel free to get in touch:
Name: Gerri Creegan
Address: Amnesty International Galway, Irish Centre for Human Rights, NUI Galway
Website: http://www.amnesty.ie
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