Chipping Norton Amnesty
@chippyamnesty.bsky.social
We meet on the second Thursday of the month, 7:30pm
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They need food.
They need medicine.
They need shelter.
They need water.
They need education.
They need the very basics.
They need peace.
High Commissioner @filippograndi.unhcr.org's reflections from Sudan.
They need medicine.
They need shelter.
They need water.
They need education.
They need the very basics.
They need peace.
High Commissioner @filippograndi.unhcr.org's reflections from Sudan.
December 11, 2025 at 3:13 PM
They need food.
They need medicine.
They need shelter.
They need water.
They need education.
They need the very basics.
They need peace.
High Commissioner @filippograndi.unhcr.org's reflections from Sudan.
They need medicine.
They need shelter.
They need water.
They need education.
They need the very basics.
They need peace.
High Commissioner @filippograndi.unhcr.org's reflections from Sudan.
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Human rights were built for hard times, not rewrites when it suits the Government.
Pushing to water down the European Convention on Human Rights on International Human Rights Day is a moral retreat, not a solution.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Pushing to water down the European Convention on Human Rights on International Human Rights Day is a moral retreat, not a solution.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Starmer is lobbying Europe to join him in watering down the ECHR. This illiberalism will harm us all | Steve Valdez-Symonds
The prime minister and his counterpart in Denmark want a concerted effort to weaken human rights across Europe. This isn’t pragmatism – it’s cruelty, says Steve Valdez-Symonds, refugee and migrant rig...
www.theguardian.com
December 10, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Human rights were built for hard times, not rewrites when it suits the Government.
Pushing to water down the European Convention on Human Rights on International Human Rights Day is a moral retreat, not a solution.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Pushing to water down the European Convention on Human Rights on International Human Rights Day is a moral retreat, not a solution.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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In October 2025, Palestinians in the #WestBank faced over 260 attacks by settlers. This is the highest number of attacks recorded in one month in 20 years.
The violence is not only physical but also causing deep psychological harm.
Watch Abu Sari, a patient, share his account.
The violence is not only physical but also causing deep psychological harm.
Watch Abu Sari, a patient, share his account.
December 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
In October 2025, Palestinians in the #WestBank faced over 260 attacks by settlers. This is the highest number of attacks recorded in one month in 20 years.
The violence is not only physical but also causing deep psychological harm.
Watch Abu Sari, a patient, share his account.
The violence is not only physical but also causing deep psychological harm.
Watch Abu Sari, a patient, share his account.
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Palestine Action Policing guidance suggests protesters wrongly arrested:
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
www.declassifieduk.org/palestine-ac...
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
www.declassifieduk.org/palestine-ac...
Palestine Action policing guidance suggests protesters wrongly arrested
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
www.declassifieduk.org
December 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Palestine Action Policing guidance suggests protesters wrongly arrested:
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
www.declassifieduk.org/palestine-ac...
A previously unseen counter-terror police document clarifies how demonstrators should be treated. We are publishing it for the first time.
www.declassifieduk.org/palestine-ac...
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Deeply worrying to see the Foreign Secretary demand more "force" on our border, and support dangerous 'pushbacks' which make crossing attempts more deadly.
State violence on the border already costs lives. We need to stop the deaths, not incite more violence.
State violence on the border already costs lives. We need to stop the deaths, not incite more violence.
December 12, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Deeply worrying to see the Foreign Secretary demand more "force" on our border, and support dangerous 'pushbacks' which make crossing attempts more deadly.
State violence on the border already costs lives. We need to stop the deaths, not incite more violence.
State violence on the border already costs lives. We need to stop the deaths, not incite more violence.
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By writing letters, signing petitions and sharing stories, you can make change happen. People have been freed, achieved justice, and have felt the solidarity from others around the world through difficult periods of their lives.
ACT NOW : join.amnesty.org/page/177653/...
#Write4Rights #W4R25 ✍️💌
ACT NOW : join.amnesty.org/page/177653/...
#Write4Rights #W4R25 ✍️💌
November 12, 2025 at 4:11 AM
By writing letters, signing petitions and sharing stories, you can make change happen. People have been freed, achieved justice, and have felt the solidarity from others around the world through difficult periods of their lives.
ACT NOW : join.amnesty.org/page/177653/...
#Write4Rights #W4R25 ✍️💌
ACT NOW : join.amnesty.org/page/177653/...
#Write4Rights #W4R25 ✍️💌
Busy Writing for Rights tonight #Write4Rights
November 13, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Busy Writing for Rights tonight #Write4Rights
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Human being belong in communities, not camps. And our Government knows it. They said they'd shut the camps and stop wasting millions making people seeking sanctuary suffer - so why are they bringing this failed plan back now?
Why housing asylum seekers in military camps is an expensive mistake
Julia Savage, campaigns manager at Asylum Matters, writes about why housing asylum seekers in military barracks is wrong.
www.bigissue.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Human being belong in communities, not camps. And our Government knows it. They said they'd shut the camps and stop wasting millions making people seeking sanctuary suffer - so why are they bringing this failed plan back now?
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GOOD NEWS: On July 14th, Kent Police threatened this protestor, Laura Murton, with arrest for holding a Palestinian flag and placards stating "Free Gaza" and "Israel is committing genocide". Thousands raised the alarm, and Police Kent has now apologised.
October 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
GOOD NEWS: On July 14th, Kent Police threatened this protestor, Laura Murton, with arrest for holding a Palestinian flag and placards stating "Free Gaza" and "Israel is committing genocide". Thousands raised the alarm, and Police Kent has now apologised.
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Make the climate emergency a lawful excuse in criminal cases. Sign to support open.substack.com/pub/apetitio...
October 14, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Make the climate emergency a lawful excuse in criminal cases. Sign to support open.substack.com/pub/apetitio...
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What a difference a few years make.
FYI: The new ‘peace plan’ is still inconsistent with international law and human rights protections.
FYI: The new ‘peace plan’ is still inconsistent with international law and human rights protections.
October 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
What a difference a few years make.
FYI: The new ‘peace plan’ is still inconsistent with international law and human rights protections.
FYI: The new ‘peace plan’ is still inconsistent with international law and human rights protections.
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Ethnic cleansing is happening in the #WestBank.
In #MasaferYatta, 85% of homes have been demolished.
More from Celine, Project Coordinator and Frederieke, Humanitarian Affairs Manager:
In #MasaferYatta, 85% of homes have been demolished.
More from Celine, Project Coordinator and Frederieke, Humanitarian Affairs Manager:
October 14, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Ethnic cleansing is happening in the #WestBank.
In #MasaferYatta, 85% of homes have been demolished.
More from Celine, Project Coordinator and Frederieke, Humanitarian Affairs Manager:
In #MasaferYatta, 85% of homes have been demolished.
More from Celine, Project Coordinator and Frederieke, Humanitarian Affairs Manager:
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When care workers are scared to look after people, something has gone very, very wrong.
We're here to demand a better system for people seeking safety, but we'll never have that until we end the relentless tide of hostility towards all migrants, whatever their reason for coming to the UK.
We're here to demand a better system for people seeking safety, but we'll never have that until we end the relentless tide of hostility towards all migrants, whatever their reason for coming to the UK.
‘Frightened to get out of their cars’: Britain’s toxic race debates threaten overseas care workers
Staff are being advised to travel in mixed groups and carry panic alarms as incidents of intimidation spread
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
When care workers are scared to look after people, something has gone very, very wrong.
We're here to demand a better system for people seeking safety, but we'll never have that until we end the relentless tide of hostility towards all migrants, whatever their reason for coming to the UK.
We're here to demand a better system for people seeking safety, but we'll never have that until we end the relentless tide of hostility towards all migrants, whatever their reason for coming to the UK.
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We’ve exposed “Crisis Pregnancy Centres”. These centres use misinformation & stigma to try to stop you from having an abortion.
These centres are just 1 part of a rapidly growing network of organisations that want to take away the rights of women & LGBTI people.
amn.st/63320AInXy
These centres are just 1 part of a rapidly growing network of organisations that want to take away the rights of women & LGBTI people.
amn.st/63320AInXy
What is the truth about crisis pregnancy centres in the UK?
Crisis pregnancy centres which have been known to “misinform” women around abortion have become increasingly “professionalised” in the UK.
amn.st
October 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We’ve exposed “Crisis Pregnancy Centres”. These centres use misinformation & stigma to try to stop you from having an abortion.
These centres are just 1 part of a rapidly growing network of organisations that want to take away the rights of women & LGBTI people.
amn.st/63320AInXy
These centres are just 1 part of a rapidly growing network of organisations that want to take away the rights of women & LGBTI people.
amn.st/63320AInXy
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People recognised as refugees fleeing persecution & granted the right to live in the UK to be denied the right to be joined safely by their spouse & children.
This Labour govt is a moral void, a stinking darkness, an empty hollow of cowardice & contempt. #r4today www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
This Labour govt is a moral void, a stinking darkness, an empty hollow of cowardice & contempt. #r4today www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Starmer to end asylum ‘golden ticket’ of resettlement and family reunion rights
People granted asylum will have to earn right to invite family in plan charities call ‘straight from populist playbook’
www.theguardian.com
October 2, 2025 at 7:13 AM
People recognised as refugees fleeing persecution & granted the right to live in the UK to be denied the right to be joined safely by their spouse & children.
This Labour govt is a moral void, a stinking darkness, an empty hollow of cowardice & contempt. #r4today www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
This Labour govt is a moral void, a stinking darkness, an empty hollow of cowardice & contempt. #r4today www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Chippy Amnesty joining the anti-Trump demonstration in London
September 29, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Chippy Amnesty joining the anti-Trump demonstration in London
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Whilst the Labour party congregate at their annual conference, protestors are outside disobeying the unjust ban on Palestine Action.
They're risking arrest under the Terrorism Act, for silently holding cardboard signs which say "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action".
wedonotcomply.org
They're risking arrest under the Terrorism Act, for silently holding cardboard signs which say "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action".
wedonotcomply.org
September 28, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Whilst the Labour party congregate at their annual conference, protestors are outside disobeying the unjust ban on Palestine Action.
They're risking arrest under the Terrorism Act, for silently holding cardboard signs which say "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action".
wedonotcomply.org
They're risking arrest under the Terrorism Act, for silently holding cardboard signs which say "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action".
wedonotcomply.org
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BREAKING: Peaceful protestors arrested outside the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool
Yet more peaceful protesters are being arrested today and hauled from the streets by police - a scene which just a few months ago would have been shocking but is quickly becoming the norm...
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Yet more peaceful protesters are being arrested today and hauled from the streets by police - a scene which just a few months ago would have been shocking but is quickly becoming the norm...
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September 28, 2025 at 5:08 PM
BREAKING: Peaceful protestors arrested outside the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool
Yet more peaceful protesters are being arrested today and hauled from the streets by police - a scene which just a few months ago would have been shocking but is quickly becoming the norm...
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Yet more peaceful protesters are being arrested today and hauled from the streets by police - a scene which just a few months ago would have been shocking but is quickly becoming the norm...
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🚨 MARCHING UNITED 🚨
In Central London, thousands are marching united against racism, the far right, and division.
✊ Last summer, a national tragedy was twisted to stoke Islamophobic and racist fear. A year on, racist intimidation continues.
In Central London, thousands are marching united against racism, the far right, and division.
✊ Last summer, a national tragedy was twisted to stoke Islamophobic and racist fear. A year on, racist intimidation continues.
September 13, 2025 at 3:22 PM
🚨 MARCHING UNITED 🚨
In Central London, thousands are marching united against racism, the far right, and division.
✊ Last summer, a national tragedy was twisted to stoke Islamophobic and racist fear. A year on, racist intimidation continues.
In Central London, thousands are marching united against racism, the far right, and division.
✊ Last summer, a national tragedy was twisted to stoke Islamophobic and racist fear. A year on, racist intimidation continues.
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Keir Starmer ought to be standing up to Donald Trump’s authoritarian playbook, not borrowing from it.
Together we will - and must - resist.
Together we will - and must - resist.
September 19, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Keir Starmer ought to be standing up to Donald Trump’s authoritarian playbook, not borrowing from it.
Together we will - and must - resist.
Together we will - and must - resist.
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While the red carpet was rolled out for Donald Trump:
• genocide and apartheid against Palestinians continues by US-funded Israel
• people of colour in the US are terrorised by ICE agents
• LGBTQI+ communities in the US are forced to live in fear
• genocide and apartheid against Palestinians continues by US-funded Israel
• people of colour in the US are terrorised by ICE agents
• LGBTQI+ communities in the US are forced to live in fear
September 19, 2025 at 11:47 AM
While the red carpet was rolled out for Donald Trump:
• genocide and apartheid against Palestinians continues by US-funded Israel
• people of colour in the US are terrorised by ICE agents
• LGBTQI+ communities in the US are forced to live in fear
• genocide and apartheid against Palestinians continues by US-funded Israel
• people of colour in the US are terrorised by ICE agents
• LGBTQI+ communities in the US are forced to live in fear
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There is no more time for excuses: as the evidence of Israel’s genocide continues to mount the international community cannot claim they didn’t know.
September 16, 2025 at 1:37 PM
There is no more time for excuses: as the evidence of Israel’s genocide continues to mount the international community cannot claim they didn’t know.
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🚨BREAKING: Defend Our Juries leaders arrested in clear violation of international law
This is a terrifying example of UK authorities’ willingness to use authoritarian practices.
amn.st/63327A6z3d
This is a terrifying example of UK authorities’ willingness to use authoritarian practices.
amn.st/63327A6z3d
Five members of group supporting Palestine Action ‘arrested in police raids’
Defend Our Juries said a number of its spokespeople were held ahead of plans to announce a fresh mass protest against the ban on Palestine Action.
amn.st
September 2, 2025 at 1:48 PM
🚨BREAKING: Defend Our Juries leaders arrested in clear violation of international law
This is a terrifying example of UK authorities’ willingness to use authoritarian practices.
amn.st/63327A6z3d
This is a terrifying example of UK authorities’ willingness to use authoritarian practices.
amn.st/63327A6z3d
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Amnesty International has issued a statement condemning the arrest of key spokespeople from Defend Our Juries and raids on their homes as “a blatant attempt to muzzle freedom of speech” and a “terrifying example of the UK authorities' willingness to use authoritarian practices to silence dissent"
UK: Arrest of Palestine Action solidarity protest leaders 'a clear violation of international law'
We are Amnesty International UK. We are ordinary people from across the world standing up for humanity and human rights.
www.amnesty.org.uk
September 2, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Amnesty International has issued a statement condemning the arrest of key spokespeople from Defend Our Juries and raids on their homes as “a blatant attempt to muzzle freedom of speech” and a “terrifying example of the UK authorities' willingness to use authoritarian practices to silence dissent"
A call for Unity and Compassion in Oxfordshire (and beyond)...Open letter coordinated by Asylum Welcome
"We are deeply concerned by the escalating hostility being directed towards people seeking asylum who are currently housed in our county...":
Please sign!
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"We are deeply concerned by the escalating hostility being directed towards people seeking asylum who are currently housed in our county...":
Please sign!
forms.gle/2PvaFSZgpgQN...
A call for Unity and Compassion in Oxfordshire (and beyond)
forms.gle
August 26, 2025 at 12:02 PM
A call for Unity and Compassion in Oxfordshire (and beyond)...Open letter coordinated by Asylum Welcome
"We are deeply concerned by the escalating hostility being directed towards people seeking asylum who are currently housed in our county...":
Please sign!
forms.gle/2PvaFSZgpgQN...
"We are deeply concerned by the escalating hostility being directed towards people seeking asylum who are currently housed in our county...":
Please sign!
forms.gle/2PvaFSZgpgQN...