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What happened to the Madleen and why were they trying to reach Gaza?
On 1 June 2025, 12 people set sail on the Madleen with the goal of breaking Israel’s unlawful blockade on the occupied Gaza Strip and delivering desperately needed food and medical supplies to Gaza.
12 June, 2025
Human rights
Israel’s interception of Madleen and detention of crew bound for Gaza flouts international law
Amnesty International’s Secretary General Agnès Callamard's response to the news that Israel has intercepted and detained the 12-person crew aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla’s Madleen boat.
10 June, 2025
Our Domestic Work
Auckland Writers Festival and Amnesty International
This year, we had the privilege to partner with the Auckland Writers Festival for their event STREETSIDE in Britomart, Auckland.
19 May, 2025
Human rights
“This is my home, and I will never leave”: Israel’s forced displacement of Palestinians
This Nakba Day, Zuheir Rajabi, whose family is among those who have been ordered to evacuate Batn Al-Hawa within six months, describes his experience as a Palestinian facing displacement in Jerusalem.
16 May, 2025
Conflict
India/Pakistan: Urgent need to protect civilians amidst escalating hostilities
In every armed conflict, protecting civilians is paramount.
09 May, 2025
Human rights
Two months of cruel and inhumane siege are further evidence of Israel’s genocidal intent in Gaza
Israel must immediately end its devastating siege on the occupied Gaza Strip which constitutes a genocidal act.
09 May, 2025
Our Domestic Work
A worrying trend for democracy
Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand’s response to reports that the Government is amending the Equal Pay Act under urgency.
07 May, 2025
Human rights
What is the state of global press freedom in 2025?
Recently it was World Press Freedom Day. On this day, we shed light on the state of press freedom around the world, spotlight some worrying trends and explain some of the recent developments that are putting journalists in jeopardy.
05 May, 2025
Justice
Chilling Government proposal to remove voting rights
Yesterday news broke that the Government is proposing a total ban on voting for people in prison. Currently people in prison who are serving less than three years are able to vote. The proposed blanket ban is a breach of human rights.
01 May, 2025
Discrimination
Hungary: Global fight back begins as anti-Pride law comes into effect
As discriminatory legislation that could be used to ban Pride marches in Hungary comes into effect, Amnesty International has announced the launch of an international campaign calling on the Hungarian authorities to “Let Pride March”.
24 April, 2025
Human rights
New Amnesty International Hong Kong office opens overseas
Amnesty International has announced the launch of a new Hong Kong section based overseas, following the closure of its offices in the city in 2021 amid a crackdown on human rights.
16 April, 2025
Human rights
Meet three Afghans at risk of deportation from Pakistan
The Pakistan government is pushing forward with its plans to arbitrarily and forcibly expel Afghan nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers, as part of the opaque ‘Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan’ which adds to the plight of at-risk Afghans.
08 April, 2025
Justice
Death Sentences and Executions 2024
Amnesty International has released its annual report on the global use of the death penalty.
08 April, 2025
Human rights
Democracy at risk
Recent research commissioned by the Helen Clark Foundation raises serious concern for social cohesion in Aotearoa. The Government must recognise there is a problem and work in partnership with communities to explore how we can strengthen our society.
31 March, 2025
Wins
People Power in Action - Amnesty's Good News Roundup
Let’s celebrate our wins and take a look at some amazing moments of triumph and achievement.
24 March, 2025