About Us
The Lazio regional structure of Amnesty International Italia
Amnesty International
Amnesty International is the world’s largest global movement for human rights. Founded in 1961 by the British lawyer Peter Benenson — following the publication of his article “The Forgotten Prisoners” in The Observer — it has grown into a network of more than 10 million people and operates in 72 countries and territories through sections, structures and offices of the International Secretariat.
Our work is grounded in research and action: we investigate human rights violations, document them and mobilise millions of people so that justice may prevail. Every day, our campaigns help to save lives, free prisoners of conscience and protect those in danger.
In 1977 Amnesty International received the Nobel Peace Prize, and in 1978 the United Nations Human Rights Prize — recognitions that testify to the global impact of our work.
Our areas of work
We work across every front of human rights. Our current priorities include:
Crises and conflicts
We document violations in armed conflicts and demand justice for civilian victims. We monitor the crises in Ukraine, the Middle East, Sudan, Myanmar and Afghanistan.
The right to protest
We defend freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, countering restrictive laws that shrink civic space around the world.
Women’s and gender rights
We promote gender equality and combat violence against women, discrimination and female genital mutilation.
Migrants and refugees
We call for the rights of migrants and refugees to be respected, denouncing pushback policies and the inhumane conditions in detention centres.
The death penalty
We work for the universal abolition of the death penalty, documenting executions and supporting moratoriums on every continent.
Climate justice
The climate crisis is a human rights crisis. We demand that governments protect the most vulnerable communities from the impacts of climate change.
Amnesty International Italia
Amnesty International — Italian Section is a legally autonomous Volunteer Organisation (OdV), registered in the National Single Register of the Third Sector (RUNTS) under resolution no. G02926 of 3 March 2023. The Italian section was founded in 1976; its national headquarters are at Via Ludovico di Savoia 2b (Spazio 3M), 00185 Rome (tax code 03031110582).
The Italian section is made up of hundreds of local groups, regional circoscrizioni and thousands of activists working across the whole country. Our strength lies in our roots in the local community: we are present in squares, schools, universities and institutions.
A fundamental principle: Amnesty International does not accept funds from public bodies, governments and institutions for its research and advocacy activities, with the exception of Human Rights Education projects. It accepts donations from companies and major donations subject to specific ethical safeguards. Our activities are funded mainly by individual donations, membership fees, the 5×1000 scheme and legacies, to guarantee our independence.
The Lazio Structure
The Lazio Circoscrizione coordinates Amnesty International’s work throughout the region, with a widespread network of structures active across its five provinces: Rome, Viterbo, Rieti, Latina and Frosinone.
Our activities across the region include: campaigns and petition drives, public and cultural events, talks in schools and universities, training for activists, a presence on the ground and dialogue with local institutions.
Our values
Independence
We do not accept funds from governments, political parties or companies that could influence our work. This financial independence is the foundation of our credibility.
Impartiality
We defend the rights of every person, without distinction of nationality, ethnicity, religion or political affiliation. We denounce violations wherever they occur.
Transparency
Every claim we make is based on accurate, verifiable research. We publish our social report to account for how we use our resources.
Participation
We are a movement of ordinary people. Everyone can contribute: by signing appeals, taking part in events, donating their time or their skills.
Transparency and accounts
Each year Amnesty International Italia publishes its Social Report, a document that transparently accounts for the use of resources and the impact of its activities.
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