Dec 11, 2009
Amnesty International Features Health Worker in Annual Write for Rights Campaign
International Observances | Human Rights Day
Rita Mahato is a health worker in Nepal who helps local women recovering from violence and abuse. But now she’s a victim of violence herself, receiving threats of death, rape and kidnapping for her work at the Women's Rehabilitation Center (WOREC) in Bastipur Village. »Rita’s Story
In honor of Human Rights Day, Amnesty International USA launched a global write-a-thon to show support and solidarity for people like Rita Mahato, who are persecuted or imprisoned for defending human rights in their communities. So far visitors have pledged more than 250,000 letters on others’ behalf—write and send yours by December 13. »More
0 Comment(s)
There are no comments yet. Be the first to create one!