Amnesty International
Official
Mission Statement
To undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of human rights.
Social Justice & Equity
Responsibility & Ethics
Amnesty International is a global nonprofit organization advocating for human rights protection and justice through advocacy and campaigns.
Social Impact & Development
Headquartered in:
United Kingdom
Year founded:
1961
Nonprofit / Charity
Established
1,001–5,000
employees
Mission Themes
Social Justice & Equity
Reducing inequality, advancing fairness, protecting rights.
Responsibility & Ethics
Acting with integrity, accountability, and ethical principles.
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The
Amnesty International
mission statement was last checked on
January 15, 2026