Amnesty International of the USA Inc.
05/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 05/09/2024 15:11
Educate, Motivate and Advocate: Amnesty International USA Holds Annual General Meeting
Meet the Board
On the final day of the AGM, AIUSA's Board of Directors held the annual town hall meeting on the state of AIUSA. Members were introduced to the Board and heard reports on AIUSA business and financial health from the Board Chair and Treasurer. The Board answered questions posed by members, including plans for in-person regional conferences and how the Board is consulting with members.
VOTE!
The AGM culminated with the annual plenary on resolutions for members to vote on. Anyone who's been a member for at least 50 days is eligible, and encouraged, to vote.
This year, there was just one resolution, "Confirming the Number of Petition Signatures Needed for Board Candidates," which called for the minimum number of member signatures for petition candidates to be raised from 100 to 200.
The resolution passed 55.6% to 44.4%.
Amnesty International is a grassroots organization, and our members shape our goals and policies, vote on resolutions, vote for candidates for the Board of Directors, and participate in a variety of governance roles.
We encourage you to get involved in the critical governance process. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Reflection
The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. These quotes from a staff member, long-time AIUSA member and Youth Collective Member say it all:
Isra Chaker, AIUSA's Senior Campaign Manager said, "I was blown away by the presentations, the speakers, the vibe. It didn't feel like a conference. It felt like a community gathering."
David Rendell, Area Coordinator in New Jersey said, "I attended my first AGM in 1987 and have attended most since then. This could have been one of the best."
Abby Niquette, Youth Collective Member, Vermont said, "Being at the AGM is like standing at the crossroads of inspiration for an activist. Not only is it a unique opportunity as a youth to meet professionals in human rights activism, but it is an immersive educational experience. The speakers were outstanding, the people were empowering, and its impact will last."