UPCOMING EVENTS
EVENTS IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA (GTA)
You can find all upcoming Amnesty events in the GTA (and sometimes beyond) below. Attending events is a great way to learn more about human rights and to support human rights activists. Make sure to register for events you intend on participating in.
Write for Rights
Join us on Saturday December 7th for Write for Rights - the world’s largest human rights event! We’ll have pens, paper and cards waiting for you.
Waniskahtan Exhibition
Join Amnesty International Canada and the Legacy of Hope for the “Waniskahtan Exhibition”, a powerful showcase taking place during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
AITO New Members Orientation Session (in-person)
If you are new to Amnesty International or are contemplating joining us and wish to learn more about how to get involved and be an activist this session is for you!
Word on the Street
AITO will have a booth at this year’s Word on the Street. Stop by to sign to petitions, learn more about our book club, and check out some merchandise.
In Conversation with Canada’s First Prisoner of Conscience: Chief Dsta’hyl - online
A virtual conversation with Chief Dsta’hyl to learn more about the struggle of Wet’suwet’en land defenders, and to give you a chance to ask him any questions you have.
Grassy Narrows RIVER RUN - Toronto
We invite you to walk with Grassy Narrows youth and community members to show that we are with them on their path to achieve mercury justice and freedom!
Abolish Immigration Detention Letter Writing Event
Together, let’s act in solidarity with those affected by immigration detention and bring about the needed change!
Voices and Stories from the 2SLGBTQQIA+ Community
Celebrate global Pride and commemorate the achievements and contributions of 2SLGBTQQIA+ community around the world.
AITO Regional General Meeting
This year's Regional Meeting for Amnesty International members in the GTA and beyond will be on Saturday, June 15, 2024.
Amnesty New Members Orientation Session
If you are new to Amnesty International or are contemplating joining us and wish to learn more about how to get involved and be an activist this session is for you!
National Rainbow Week of Action
From May 11-17th 2024, Amnesty International is working with the Society of Queer Momentum in leading a National Rainbow Week of Action for a more free and equal Canada.
New Members Orientation
If you are new to Amnesty International or are contemplating joining us and wish to learn more about how to get involved and be an activist this session is for you!
Let's Talk About Safer Online Spaces: Addressing Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence
In honour of Women’s History Month and Trans Day of Visibility, we are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar that will explore the nuanced forms of digital violence and misogyny experienced by women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities, explore strategies for fostering safer online spaces and chart pathways toward collective action, solidarity, and resilience.
New Members Orientation
AITO will hold an In-person only New Members Orientation session on Thursday February 29th at the Amnesty International Office
Write for Rights
JOIN US on Saturday December 9th for Write for Rights - the world’s largest human rights event! We’ll have pens, paper and cards waiting for you.
AITO September Monthly Meeting
Join us in person for the September AITO monthly meeting.
All groups, teams and networks are encouraged to attend to share a report on your plans and activities. For new members and volunteers, there are many learning opportunities and it is a great way to discover how the organization works and how you can become more involved.
DRC SOLIDARITY ACTION: BUILD A TINY HOUSE AT THE AMNESTY TORONTO OFFICE
TAKE PART IN THE DRC SOLIDARITY ACTION! BUILD A TINY HOUSE
See what’s happening in Toronto
Check out the monthly GTA Activism newsletter to learn more about the Amnesty work happening in the GTA.
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