Amnesty International

Mission Statement

In addition to supporting the mission statement of Gonzaga University policies, and the policies of the Gonzaga Student Bar Association (GSBA), The Gonzaga University chapter of Amnesty International also supports the mission statement of Amnesty International.

Amnesty International:

• is an independent, worldwide movement working impartially for the release of prisoners of conscience – those people detained because of their beliefs, race, sex, ethnic origin, language, or religion – who have neither used nor advocate violence;
• supports fair and prompt trials for all political prisoners, and an end to torture and execution in all cases;
• is independent of any political, ideological, or religious affiliations;
• is funded by donations from its members and supporters around the world.

Annual Activities

• Human rights film festival
• Tabling for a variety of human rights issues
• Hosting speakers on various issues
• Various fundraising activities including the Fall Pool Tournament
• Urgent action letter campaigns

Membership Fees

Annual dues are $10