Amnesty International in Scotland. Human rights advocacy, campaigning, education, events, and media. Contact us: [email protected]
Edinburgh, Scotland
Joined February 2010
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Amnesty Scotland retweeted
Parents in Scotland are skipping meals to feed their children.
Caroline is a campaigner fighting for a Scotland where everyone lives with dignity.
And is backing Amnesty’s demand for a Scottish Human Rights Bill to enshrine people’s rights into law – so everyone can access their everyday rights.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
No one in Scotland should be denied their right to housing, healthcare or an adequate standard of living. But too many are.
This Thursday's elections in Scotland can mark a turning point.
But only if we work together to demand a Human Rights Bill in the next Scottish Parliament.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
“When I first encountered the social security system, I fell apart.”
Brian had an accident at work and could no longer work as a nurse. He had to fight to get the support he needed.
People who are disabled, ill, and unemployed are still being framed as a ‘burden’. That narrative isn’t new, but it’s still working. Blame is being shifted onto the people most in need, while those in power avoid responsibility.
We need a Scottish Human Rights Bill to enshrine people’s rights into law – so everyone can live with dignity.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
No one in Scotland should be denied their right to housing, healthcare or education. And everyone should be free to live free from discrimination. But too many are denied that right.
This Thursday's elections in Scotland can mark a turning point.
But only if we work together to demand a Human Rights Bill in the next Scottish Parliament.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
We’re demanding the next Scottish Parliament introduces a Human Rights Bill to enshrine our everyday rights into law.
ALT We\u2019re campaigning for the next Scottish Government to introduce a Human Rights Bill. This would enshrine rights - like the right to housing, healthcare and education - into Scottish law.
ALT That would mean politicians and others with power have to - by law - deliver our rights. The election on 7th May gives us the chance to put human rights at the heart of Holyrood.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
Together we can make sure next Thursday marks a turning point for Scotland.
For too long people in Scotland have been denied access to their everyday rights like housing, healthcare and education.
ALT Thursday 7th May: let's put human rights at the heart of Holyrood
ALT People in Scotland are struggling to access their everyday rights. Too many people can\u2019t access secure and good quality housing, healthcare when they need it and many can\u2019t afford to put food on the table.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
The Scottish elections on 7th May can mark a turning point.
But only if we work together to demand a Human Rights Bill in the next Scottish Parliament.
Together, we can end people being denied access to their basic rights like housing, healthcare and social security.
Email your candidates standing to be a Member of the Scottish Parliament now👇🏽
amn.st/6018B6hpTC
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
"If the Scottish government isn't prepared to speak up about human rights abuses when it’s economically or politically inconvenient then it simply cannot claim to be a principled global actor."
Amnesty questioning Scotland’s growing ties with the UAE 👉theferret.scot/uae-arming-ge…
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
At least 20,179 children have been killed by Israeli forces in Gaza - according to the latest reports from the United Nations.
Children should be playing, learning and laughing - not part of a casualty list.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
📢1 day to go!
What: #ScotlandDemandsBetter march & rally
Where: Edinburgh, assemble at the Scottish Parliament from 10am, then march onto The Meadows
Who: Everyone demanding dignified life free from poverty.
Why: Because change happens when we stand together and demand it
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
Outside parliament, a banner made from images sent in by people across the UK carries one powerful message: social security is a human right.
#EndPovertyDay, in partnership with @CooperativeBank
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
The people of Sudan feel forgotten amidst the spiraling violence across the country, where parties to the conflict are causing untold death and destruction.
Nowhere is safe. With every minute that passes countless lives are ruined.
People are being killed inside their homes, or while desperately searching for food, water, and medicine. They are caught in crossfire while fleeing and shot deliberately in targeted attacks. Women and girls, some as young as 12, have been raped and subjected to other forms of sexual violence by members of the warring sides.
With every minute that passes countless lives are ruined. We need to act now and demand the United Nations Security Council to extend the existing arms embargo to the whole country and not only to Darfur region and ensure it is fully implemented. This will disrupt the flow of weapons and contribute to reduce civilian suffering.
#HumanityMustWin
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
It is time to seize the opportunity to end this horror, mend what can be mended and salvage what is left of our shared humanity.
#HumanityMustWin✊
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
Last Saturday, almost 500 people protesting against the ban of Palestine Action were arrested.
This is not normal. We can’t let it become normal.
Protestors have been called "unbritish" and new powers have been announced to further restrict our rights.
It seems that this government is intent on clamping down on peaceful protest and will always find another way to restrict this basic human right.
The UK’s Chief Prosecutors now have the power to decide to drop these charges. Join 30K+ people and add your name to the letter: amn.st/6018Atlxi
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
After two years of a livestreamed genocide and unimaginable loss, agreement on the first phase of a ceasefire deal that allows some humanitarian aid into Gaza and releases the hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners is overdue.
However, this cannot be another brief pause in the violence.
It is up to the international community, including the UK government, to make sure this is an end to Israel’s genocide and the complete lifting of the illegal blockade.
ALT Image reads "breaking, ceasefire agreed. The UK government must ensure the deal respects the human rights of the Palestinian people."
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
🚨 ALERT: Police Scotland is developing plans to use live facial recognition technology
Facial recognition tech:
🕵️ is mass surveillance
❌ is NOT compatible with Scotland’s human rights obligations
⚠️ disproportionately impacts racialised communities.
We need to oppose this.
Share: amn.st/6019AqoJv
ALT Police Scotland has decided move ahead with the use of Live Facial Recognition technology by law enforcement in Scotland. Amnesty firmly opposes the use of this dangerous technology.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
Amnesty UK condemns the horrific attack on the East Sussex Mosque this weekend. We offer solidarity to Muslim communities who will be shaken by this act of violence.
This follows months of increasing hostility to racialised and migrant communities in the UK – boosted by anti-migrant rhetoric across the political spectrum and in the media.
🧵1/3
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
The last boat that was part of the @globalsumudflotilla is reported to have been intercepted by Israel this morning.
The flotilla only set off because governments are failing to act while Israel’s engineered famine and genocide in Gaza rages on. Despairing but defiant citizens stepped up trying to deliver urgently needed aid to desperate Palestinian people.
To defend their illegal and cruel blockade, Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla and detained individuals. This is another example of Israel’s violation of international law, and another assault on Palestinian human rights.
Their detention is unlawful, and Israel must be held fully accountable for their safety and ensure they are protected against any form of ill-treatment pending their release.
We need to keep talking about the flotilla and the brave human rights defenders who have been detained.
Amnesty Scotland retweeted
✊Know Your Rights Workshop
🗓️ Monday 22nd September @ 18:00
Whether you are new to protest or a seasoned activist wanting a wee reminder, SCALP are excited to welcome you to our next Know Your Rights workshop on 22nd September!
ALT ID: Black and white text on a green background. "KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Workshop. Free Online. Captions available. Donations welcome. Registration link in bio." In a blue triangle in the top left corner: "New trainings! Scotland specific!". The SCALP logo of a clenched, green fist in handcuffs is in the bottom left corner.
