james m nordlund
2005-12-02 04:14:18 UTC
World AIDS Day -- Stop AIDS. Keep the Promise.
ONLINE EVENTS, Amnesty International USA, November 2005
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Dear James,
December 1 has been designated World AIDS Day, a time to remember those
who have been lost to AIDS and to take stock of progress in responding to
the pandemic. Starting this year and running through 2010, the theme of
World AIDS Day will remain "Stop AIDS. Keep the Promise," emphasizing the
importance of holding governments and the international community
accountable
for their commitments to stop AIDS.
Below are two things you can do tomorrow, on the occasion of World AIDS
Day, to educate yourself, connect with others involved in the fight
against
AIDS, and advocate that governments adopt human-rights centered
strategies.
- - - -
ONLINE DISCUSSION: VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, HIV/AIDS AND U.S. POLICY
Join us tomorrow, December 1st, from 12:00-1:00 PM Eastern for an online
discussion on the connection between violence against women and HIV/AIDS,
as well as the impact of U.S. global AIDS policy, particularly on the
right
to health.
SUBMIT A QUESTION
http://takeaction.amnestyusa.org/ctt.asp?u=253792&l=15300
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TAKE ACTION: CALL ON THE U.S. GOVERNMENT TO SUPPORT HUMAN RIGHTS-CENTERED
AIDS PREVENTION STRATEGIES IN UGANDA
AI is concerned about the Ugandan government's role in the condom shortage
reported in Uganda. AI is also concerned that aspects of the U.S.
government's global AIDS policy may be undermining HIV/AIDS prevention in
Uganda
and other countries which depend on U.S. aid. Call on the U.S. government
to support human rights-centered, evidence-based approaches to fighting
AIDS in Uganda.
ACT NOW
http://takeaction.amnestyusa.org/ctt.asp?u=253792&l=15301
- - - -
Thank you for all that you do.
Warmest regards,
The Web Team
Amnesty International USA
Protest The 1,000th Execution
Events in protest to the 1,000th execution in the United States since 1977
will be held across the country during the week of November 28.
Candlelight vigils, rallies, and public forums have been planned in at
least 17 states and in multiple cities.
Please try to attend one of the events or plan your own vigil.
» Find an event
http://www.1000executions.org/
Ask Amnesty: Violence against Women, HIV/AIDS and U.S. Policy
The AIDS pandemic has brought to light the inextricable connection between
the right to health and other fundamental human rights, such as those to
be free from discrimination, to receive and impartial information, and to
be free from violence and abuse.
Panelists Abigail Erikson and Lisa Schechtman will discuss how
discrimination against women translates into lack of power both in
personal relationships and in the broader society, which in turn
undermines the level of control women have over their bodies and in
decision-making, placing them at greater risk of violence. All of these
factors increase womens susceptibility to sexually transmitted
infections, including HIV/AIDS. Given the devastating force of HIV and
AIDS, gender inequalities have become fatal. Panelists Salih Booker and
Jodi Jacobson will discuss the impact of U.S. AIDS policy globally,
particularly in Africa where HIV prevalence is highest.
Please join us for our online discussion from 12:00-1:00 PM Eastern on
December 1st, 2005 -- World AIDS Day -- to learn more about the
relationship between violence against women and HIV/AIDS, and the impact
of US global AIDS policy. Moving Ideas is co-hosting this online
discussion.
Featured Panelists:
Salih Booker, Executive Director, Africa Action
Abigail Erikson, Specialist on reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and gender
issues
Jodi Jacobson (invited), Executive Director, Center for Health and Gender
Equity (CHANGE)
Lisa Schechtman, Policy and Grassroots Associate, Global AIDS Alliance
» Submit a question in advance
Ask Amnesty: Ending Violence against Women in Guatemala
Between 2001 and 2004, more than 1,188 Guatemalan women and girls have
been brutally murdered. Just 9% of these murders have been investigated by
the police. In post-civil conflict Guatemala, violent crime and homicide
are on the increase generally, but the rise in killings of women is far
out of proportion. Thus far, most killings of women occur in urban areas,
targeting women between 13 and 40 years of age. Most victims come from
poor sectors of society domestic employees, shop or factory workers, or
migrants from neighboring Central American countries.
Please join us for our online discussion from 1:00-2:00 PM Eastern on
December 7th, 2005 to talk with experts about this brutal violence against
women in Guatemala and learn what you can do to stop it. Moving Ideas is
co-hosting this online discussion.
Featured Panelists:
Laura E. Asturias, Editor, La Cuerda
Adriana Beltrán, Associate for Guatemala, Washington Office on Latin
America
Barbara Bocek, Country Specialist on Guatemala, Amnesty International USA
Pat Davis, Interim Executive Director, Guatemala Human Rights Commissions
» Submit a question in advance
Ask Amnesty: Environmental Activist and Prisoner of Conscience Felipe
Arreaga
Monica Campbell, a freelance journalist based in Mexico City, recently
interviewed Mexican environmental activist and former Amnesty
International prisoner of conscience Felipe Arreaga after his release from
10 months of unjust detention for murder. Please join us for our online
discussion from 3:00-4:00 PM Eastern on Tuesday, December 13th to talk
with Ms. Campbell about her interview with Mr. Arreaga.
» Submit a question in advanc
Amnesty International USA Annual General Meeting
Amnesty International USA's Annual General (AGM) is Amnesty International
USA's largest annual national conference for all members and activists to
join, meet, learn, discuss, celebrate and let their voices be heard.
Register today for and receive the early bird discount. The AGM will take
place from April 28- 30, 2006 in Portland, Oregon.
» Learn more
Sincerely,
The Web Team
Amnesty International US
Do not reply to this message. Messages sent to this email address are not
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2006 Annual General Meeting
Dear James,
Early-Bird Discount Available TODAY!
(and take an additional $5 off by registering on-line)
You are cordially invited to participate in the 2006 Annual General
Meeting (AGM) April 28- 30, 2006 in Portland, Oregon. The AGM is Amnesty
International USA's largest annual national conference for all members and
activists to join, meet, learn, discuss, celebrate and let their voices be
heard!
REGISTER TODAY
http://www.kintera.org/site/c.drKOI1PFIqE/b.1121485/k.BE9A/Home.htm
AGM activities include keynote addresses from distinguished speakers,
panel discussions, the Make Some Noise celebration, testimonies from
international guests in the human rights community and much more.
Contribute to networking sessions, join working parties, vote on Amnesty
USA resolutions, and celebrate our successes together. For up to date
program developments, please visit our web site.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL GENERAL RATE
Before January 31, 2006 Before April 15, 2006
2006 AGM Attendee $55 (- $5 online) = $50 $75 (- $5 online) = $70
Student/Limited Income $45 (- $5 online) = $40 $65 (- $5 online) = $60
The 2006 AGM host hotel is The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower - located
right in the heart of down town Portland, OR, conveniently positioned two
blocks from city center and the famous public transportation light-rail
system. The hotel has generously offered 35-45% off their regular room
rates for 2006 AGM attendees! Known for a long-standing tradition of human
rights activism, Portland, Oregon, has also been proclaimed North
America's "Best Big City" for its unmatched natural beauty and bustling
local scene. For more information, please visit our web site .
__________________________________
Start your day with Yahoo! - Make it your home page!
http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
ONLINE EVENTS, Amnesty International USA, November 2005
- - - - - - - - - - - -
Dear James,
December 1 has been designated World AIDS Day, a time to remember those
who have been lost to AIDS and to take stock of progress in responding to
the pandemic. Starting this year and running through 2010, the theme of
World AIDS Day will remain "Stop AIDS. Keep the Promise," emphasizing the
importance of holding governments and the international community
accountable
for their commitments to stop AIDS.
Below are two things you can do tomorrow, on the occasion of World AIDS
Day, to educate yourself, connect with others involved in the fight
against
AIDS, and advocate that governments adopt human-rights centered
strategies.
- - - -
ONLINE DISCUSSION: VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, HIV/AIDS AND U.S. POLICY
Join us tomorrow, December 1st, from 12:00-1:00 PM Eastern for an online
discussion on the connection between violence against women and HIV/AIDS,
as well as the impact of U.S. global AIDS policy, particularly on the
right
to health.
SUBMIT A QUESTION
http://takeaction.amnestyusa.org/ctt.asp?u=253792&l=15300
- - - -
TAKE ACTION: CALL ON THE U.S. GOVERNMENT TO SUPPORT HUMAN RIGHTS-CENTERED
AIDS PREVENTION STRATEGIES IN UGANDA
AI is concerned about the Ugandan government's role in the condom shortage
reported in Uganda. AI is also concerned that aspects of the U.S.
government's global AIDS policy may be undermining HIV/AIDS prevention in
Uganda
and other countries which depend on U.S. aid. Call on the U.S. government
to support human rights-centered, evidence-based approaches to fighting
AIDS in Uganda.
ACT NOW
http://takeaction.amnestyusa.org/ctt.asp?u=253792&l=15301
- - - -
Thank you for all that you do.
Warmest regards,
The Web Team
Amnesty International USA
Protest The 1,000th Execution
Events in protest to the 1,000th execution in the United States since 1977
will be held across the country during the week of November 28.
Candlelight vigils, rallies, and public forums have been planned in at
least 17 states and in multiple cities.
Please try to attend one of the events or plan your own vigil.
» Find an event
http://www.1000executions.org/
Ask Amnesty: Violence against Women, HIV/AIDS and U.S. Policy
The AIDS pandemic has brought to light the inextricable connection between
the right to health and other fundamental human rights, such as those to
be free from discrimination, to receive and impartial information, and to
be free from violence and abuse.
Panelists Abigail Erikson and Lisa Schechtman will discuss how
discrimination against women translates into lack of power both in
personal relationships and in the broader society, which in turn
undermines the level of control women have over their bodies and in
decision-making, placing them at greater risk of violence. All of these
factors increase womens susceptibility to sexually transmitted
infections, including HIV/AIDS. Given the devastating force of HIV and
AIDS, gender inequalities have become fatal. Panelists Salih Booker and
Jodi Jacobson will discuss the impact of U.S. AIDS policy globally,
particularly in Africa where HIV prevalence is highest.
Please join us for our online discussion from 12:00-1:00 PM Eastern on
December 1st, 2005 -- World AIDS Day -- to learn more about the
relationship between violence against women and HIV/AIDS, and the impact
of US global AIDS policy. Moving Ideas is co-hosting this online
discussion.
Featured Panelists:
Salih Booker, Executive Director, Africa Action
Abigail Erikson, Specialist on reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and gender
issues
Jodi Jacobson (invited), Executive Director, Center for Health and Gender
Equity (CHANGE)
Lisa Schechtman, Policy and Grassroots Associate, Global AIDS Alliance
» Submit a question in advance
Ask Amnesty: Ending Violence against Women in Guatemala
Between 2001 and 2004, more than 1,188 Guatemalan women and girls have
been brutally murdered. Just 9% of these murders have been investigated by
the police. In post-civil conflict Guatemala, violent crime and homicide
are on the increase generally, but the rise in killings of women is far
out of proportion. Thus far, most killings of women occur in urban areas,
targeting women between 13 and 40 years of age. Most victims come from
poor sectors of society domestic employees, shop or factory workers, or
migrants from neighboring Central American countries.
Please join us for our online discussion from 1:00-2:00 PM Eastern on
December 7th, 2005 to talk with experts about this brutal violence against
women in Guatemala and learn what you can do to stop it. Moving Ideas is
co-hosting this online discussion.
Featured Panelists:
Laura E. Asturias, Editor, La Cuerda
Adriana Beltrán, Associate for Guatemala, Washington Office on Latin
America
Barbara Bocek, Country Specialist on Guatemala, Amnesty International USA
Pat Davis, Interim Executive Director, Guatemala Human Rights Commissions
» Submit a question in advance
Ask Amnesty: Environmental Activist and Prisoner of Conscience Felipe
Arreaga
Monica Campbell, a freelance journalist based in Mexico City, recently
interviewed Mexican environmental activist and former Amnesty
International prisoner of conscience Felipe Arreaga after his release from
10 months of unjust detention for murder. Please join us for our online
discussion from 3:00-4:00 PM Eastern on Tuesday, December 13th to talk
with Ms. Campbell about her interview with Mr. Arreaga.
» Submit a question in advanc
Amnesty International USA Annual General Meeting
Amnesty International USA's Annual General (AGM) is Amnesty International
USA's largest annual national conference for all members and activists to
join, meet, learn, discuss, celebrate and let their voices be heard.
Register today for and receive the early bird discount. The AGM will take
place from April 28- 30, 2006 in Portland, Oregon.
» Learn more
Sincerely,
The Web Team
Amnesty International US
Do not reply to this message. Messages sent to this email address are not
read. If you have a question or comment, please use our interactive online
help system.
2006 Annual General Meeting
Dear James,
Early-Bird Discount Available TODAY!
(and take an additional $5 off by registering on-line)
You are cordially invited to participate in the 2006 Annual General
Meeting (AGM) April 28- 30, 2006 in Portland, Oregon. The AGM is Amnesty
International USA's largest annual national conference for all members and
activists to join, meet, learn, discuss, celebrate and let their voices be
heard!
REGISTER TODAY
http://www.kintera.org/site/c.drKOI1PFIqE/b.1121485/k.BE9A/Home.htm
AGM activities include keynote addresses from distinguished speakers,
panel discussions, the Make Some Noise celebration, testimonies from
international guests in the human rights community and much more.
Contribute to networking sessions, join working parties, vote on Amnesty
USA resolutions, and celebrate our successes together. For up to date
program developments, please visit our web site.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL GENERAL RATE
Before January 31, 2006 Before April 15, 2006
2006 AGM Attendee $55 (- $5 online) = $50 $75 (- $5 online) = $70
Student/Limited Income $45 (- $5 online) = $40 $65 (- $5 online) = $60
The 2006 AGM host hotel is The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower - located
right in the heart of down town Portland, OR, conveniently positioned two
blocks from city center and the famous public transportation light-rail
system. The hotel has generously offered 35-45% off their regular room
rates for 2006 AGM attendees! Known for a long-standing tradition of human
rights activism, Portland, Oregon, has also been proclaimed North
America's "Best Big City" for its unmatched natural beauty and bustling
local scene. For more information, please visit our web site .
__________________________________
Start your day with Yahoo! - Make it your home page!
http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs