Monday, February 15, 2010

Free To...









The " Free To..." exhibit created by Amnesty International @ UCLA is a demonstration protesting human trafficking and the human rights it oppresses. The purpose is to emphasize and celebrate all of the freedoms we enjoy today that victims of modern day slavery are unable to experience and to emphasize their horrible condition.


This year our focus is to raise awareness on Human Trafficking also known as Modern Day Slavery, a global phenomenon where victims are sexually exploited, forced into labor, and subjected to abuse. Human Trafficking is a critical issue that is not only an international problem but also one right here in the United States. The "Free To..." event helped Amnesty International @ UCLA connect with the student body and raise awareness.


YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
YOU HAVE A VOICE.
YOU HAVE HUMAN RIGHTS!.


-Amnesty International

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

UPCOMING AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL EVENTS:


FEBRUARY 8th:

► Event: Free to...
• When: 10 AM - 3 PM
• Where: Bruin Walk by Kerkoff
• Why: Have your picture taken, act of protest against human trafficking, will contribute to Kerkoff Gallery exhibit protesting human trafficking; participants get free Amnesty materials and Noah's bagels; ALSO DONATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED!

► Event: Open Mic Night: Prisoners - Awareness + Action
• When: 7 PM - 8 PM
• Where: Kerkoff Grand Salon
• Why: Members will represent different prisoners of conscience and audience members will be provided with pre-written letters to sign that will be mailed off to respective oppressive governments

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9th:

► Event: Free to... Continues
• When: 10 AM - 3 PM
• Where: Bruin Walk by Kerkoff

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 10th - FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12th:

► Event: Kerkoff Gallery
• When: all day long
• Where: Kerkoff Gallery near Kerkoff Patio
• What/Why: Come view the pictures taken on Monday and Tuesday and other information and displays protesting human trafficking.

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11th:

► Event: Love Freedom - Valentine's Day Fundraiser
• When: 10 AM - 2 PM
• Where: BruinWalk, CS rooms, etc. more TBA
• What: Selling bracelets for $2 each and mini-cookie bags for $2
• Why: The amount Americans spend on Valentine's Day alone could free all victims currently trafficked. All proceeds will help Amnesty International prevent human rights abuses.