Halifax Pride Parade this Saturday!

Who wants to march in the Halifax Pride Parade with Amnesty International?

All are welcome - help us celebrate the LGBT community and Pride Day!

Marchers should meet at the military parking lot on Provo Wallis St near the foot of Cornwallis St, just north of Upper Water St near Purdy's Wharf, between 12:30 and 1:00pm on Saturday, July 25 to get organized. Parade starts at 1:30pm. Look for the people holding Amnesty International banners or ask a parade official to direct you.

The parade ends at 3pm at Citadel High. From there, feel free to head to the Citadel Garrison Grounds for the Pride Fair and concert.

Don't forget sunglasses, sunscreen and water!

Contact youthamnestyhalifaxATgmailDOTcom for more information.

AGM 2009 Volunteers Needed!

No experience is needed to volunteer at this exciting event! Email aette055@alumni.uottawa.ca for more information - or complete the application form below!

Human Rights College applications available

Applications are now available for the 2009 Human Rights College, to be held at Dalhousie University. This event is open to all youth and students. Please email let us know if you would like an application form.

Thank-you!

Thank-you to everyone who attended the Maritimes Regional Meeting this weekend! The meeting was fantastic, and it was wonderful to meet so many committed activists from across the region. See you all next year!

Maritimes Regional Meeting

The Maritimes Regional Meeting is fast approaching. Please email aihalifax@gmail.com for your registration form. For those coming from out of town, travel subsidies are available!

Meet and Greet Tonight!

Members, friends, and the general public are all invited to a Meet and Greet tonight from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Just Us Coffee, Spring Garden Rd. We will be discussing the case of Omar Khadr. All welcome!

SMU group launched

Monday night a group of eager students gathered to form Saint Mary's University Amnesty International group. After learning about the history and mission of Amnesty International, the group planned a fun year including biweekly meetings, letter-writing, and creative activism around campus. Members plan to use costumes, displays and fun activities to raise awareness about human rights. "People will come up to us and ask what we're doing," explained Tina, a group leader. "Then we can tell them about human rights."

The group is looking for new members. Visit them on facebook or check the calendar for meeting dates.