University of York Amnesty International (UYAI)

Amnesty International in partnership with The Law Society, Palestinian Solidarity Society and People and Planet present...

'An audience with Michael Mansfield QC':

A discussion and debate session with Michael Mansfield QC about the launch of his new book, his career in Law and the importance of universal human rights wit...hin the context of terrorism. Talking on the legality of war and apartied in Palestine.

A bit of background information:

Michael Mansfield, QC, the best-known brief at the Bar, says in an extract in his autobiography in The Times that it was "utterly reasonable" for Diana, Princess of Wales, to fear for her safety and suppose that she was under surveillance.

Elsewhere in the book, which spans many of the most high-profile trials of the last three decades, Mr Mansfield gives his views on the legal profession, the state of the criminal law and on how he became a hated lawyer facing death threats whose mission was to fight for the underdog and pursue miscarriages of justice.

As well as representing those wrongly convicted of the IRA's Guildford and Birmingham pub bombings, Mansfield has represented: the Angry Brigade; the Price sisters; Brian Keenan; the Orgreave miners; James Hanratty (in posthumous appeals); those involved in the Israeli Embassy bombing; Stephen Lawrence's family; Michael Barrymore at the Stuart Lubbock inquest; Barry George at the inquest into the death of Jill Dando; the Bloody Sunday families; Arthur Scargill; Angela Cannings;[1] Fatmir Limaj, a Kosovo-Albanian leader prosecuted in The Hague; Mohamed al-Fayed in the inquest into the deaths of his son Dodi al-Fayed and Diana, Princess of Wales; and the family of Jean Charles de Menezes.

Mr Mansfield helped one of the defendants in the Angry Brigade trial in 1972, his first major case, dubbed "Britain's first urban guerillas." He broke new ground in challenging the handwriting experts - "in those days no-one questioned experts, especially not your own". He also found himself the subject of "whispers" that he was a "dangerous subversive."

All are welcome! It's a FREE event...

There will be a brief Q&A session at the end for all those eager to ask some challenging questions.

Hope to see many smiling faces...

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WORKSHOP:
INTRO TO AMNESTY, CAMPAIGNING AND LETTER WRITING
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LUNCHTIME (12.30) FRIDAY 30TH Week 3 TILL (2.00)

Come along to this introductory workshop by Noa Kleinman, who is the
North America (USCAN) Co-ordinator for Amensty International UK. He is an experienced Amnesty International activist and speake...r and should have an exciting interactive session lined up.

If you would like to learn more about how Amnesty International campaigns, by activities such as letter writing, then this is for you! We will have a few real life examples and there will be a chance to write letters regarding real cases that Noa is working on.

Due to the nature of this event, we need an idea of how many people would like to take part in this workshop. If you would like to come along, RSVP by 'Facebook Attending' the event, and drop us a message or email if you cant make it.Read more

Hi everyone, it was great to see so many of you turn up at the meeting today! As it is a new year it is always great to have people's input on how UYAI can improve. What do you want from the meetings and is there anything that you think we could do differently? Feel free to make any comments - it will really make a dif...ference!

As Charlotte has said there is a meeting tomorrow at the Quaker meeting house - opposite the Gallery bus stop for those of you who are new to York. Please come if you're free - it will be a great opportunity to meet Willy who is involved with York Amnesty and see how Amnesty works on a larger scale!Read more

Hi people, hope everyones all good...

Just to update people, the DISARM campaign still continues!

Even though an ethical investment policy was adopted by the university in the last academic year, the £1million shares in BAE systems still remain in a seperate coporate body called the 'University of York Pension Scheme'. ...This year we must continue the struggle for disinvestment in the Arms Trade and other unethical businesses.

>>>BAE SYSTEMS HAVE A STALL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF YORK CAREERS FAIR HELD IN THE PHYSICS BUILDING THIS TUESDAY (27th of October ) TO KICK START THIS YEARS CAMPAIGNING WE ARE GATHERING TOGETHER FOR A DEMONSTRATION AND TO STAGE A DIE-IN: PLEASE COME AND JOIN US AT MIDAY (12) ASSEMBLE OUTSIDE THE ROGER KIRK BUILDING<<<

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Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for human rights. It is independent of any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion. Amnesty International has 2.2 million members, supporters and subscribers in over 150 countries and territories in every region of the world.

Our... purpose is to protect individuals wherever justice, fairness, freedom and truth are denied.

University of York Amnesty International is a member of the Amnesty International UK 'Student Action Network' and is an officially affiliated Student Group.

If this sounds like you, then read on ...
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Come along to the 'PROTECT THE HUMAN' welcome event to find out more about WHAT Amnesty does, WHO we are, and HOW you can get involved.

THERE will be a short introduction to Amnesty and its work, including few videos, and a welcome to the society by current members. You can find what exciting events we have planned for the term, and there will be a chance for you to get involved in campaigning and the running of the society, and to sign up as a member.

PLUS! We should have free refreshments includng alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

AFTER the welcome event we shall be heading down to the bar for DRINKS and you are all welcome to join us. This is a great chance to get to know like minded people outside of your college and course circles.

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Amnesty International at York
'PROTECT THE HUMAN' - Amnesty International Welcome Event and Drinks
Tuesday 20th October at 6.30pm

For more info and contact: amnesty@yusu.org and join the mailing list here: http://groupspaces.com/UYAI/subscribeRead more

Hi people, hope your all having a great summer...

RAG Charity Beneficiary Elections

The R.A.G beneficiary elections are coming up soon. I've nominated Medical Aid for Palestinians (M.A.P) where i'm currently working in London, they are a fantastic charity that do great work for the right to health, to find more out about... M.A.P check there website http://www.map-uk.org/.

I'd like to invite and would really appreciate it if you all, my fellow brothers and sisters, took the time to vote next term, all details on the elections can be found on thiis facebook link...
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=138531431128&ref=nf

I will keep people updated and send a reminder just before voting starts but it'd be great to get the support...

Thank you for your time...
Hope you enjoy your last few weeks of summer...

Peace OneLove
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