A movement of ordinary people since 1961
Change
starts with you.
In Lazio there are 16 local groups: people who meet every week to defend those who have no voice. No special skills are required. Just the will to act.
Free · No commitment · Find the nearest group
Choose your way to get involved
Nine concrete ways to take action. Participate as much as you want.
Join a local group
Regular meetings, planning local actions, ongoing training: the heart of the movement on the ground. Explore the 16 Lazio groups on the map.
See groups in your area →Join a Task Force
Cross-cutting thematic groups on individual campaigns: death penalty, individuals at risk, crisis and conflicts, LGBTQIA+ rights, refugees, freedom of expression. Specialist work in coordination with the Italian Section.
Discover specialist roles →Join the Mobilisation Group
Coordinate vigils, stalls, flash mobs and demonstrations across Lazio. Logistics, set-up, materials, presence: the engine that brings Amnesty into the streets.
Join the team →"Diritti al Punto" Editorial Team
Write articles, gather contributions from local groups, edit and lay out the Lazio Branch's monthly newsletter. Suited to people who love writing and storytelling.
Browse the archive →Sign the appeals
Petitions and urgent actions for people at risk. A collective signature can unblock trials, releases, diplomatic interventions.
See open appeals →Attend events
Stalls, vigils, Pride, flash mobs, screenings, theatre shows. Public events make violations visible.
Upcoming events →Bring rights into schools
Educational interventions, workshops with students, PCTO programmes and Amnesty Kids: education is the first form of prevention.
Discover Human Rights Education →Fundraise
Social dinners, public stalls, charity events: groups' fundraising supports the national campaigns.
How to support us →Spread the word
Activist toolkit: campaign kits, QR generator, templates to write to institutions, social media kit.
Open the toolkit →How to sign up
Three steps, no initial commitment: you choose the level of participation.
01 — Leave your details
Fill in the form with your name, email and postcode. We'll use the postcode to direct you to the nearest local group.
02 — We contact you
Someone from the group nearest to you will write to introduce themselves and tell you about current activities.
03 — You take part
Come to the next meeting or a public event. You decide how much and how to participate: no commitment, no fees.
"Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home — so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the world."Eleanor Roosevelt, "In Your Hands" (1958), for the 10th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
16 local groups
ready to welcome you
In Rome, Frosinone, Latina, Rieti, Viterbo and the surrounding provinces: each group has its history, campaigns, rhythms. Together we'll find the one closest to you — by neighbourhood, by hours, by interests.
Frequently asked questions
What people most often ask us before joining.
Who can join and is there an age limit?
Membership is open to everyone from age 14, regardless of nationality. From 14 to 17 you become a junior member, from 18 a regular member.
How much does it cost to join?
The annual membership fee is set by the National Board based on age: typically €10 for under-18s, €20 from 18 to 25, €35 from age 26. Formal membership also ensures insurance coverage during activities.
What does an activist actually do?
In group meetings we plan campaigns, train on human rights and organise local actions. At public events — info stalls, petitions, awareness initiatives — we inform the public, collect signatures for appeals and support fundraising for the movement.
Do I need any special skills?
No. Grassroots activism requires no prior skills: groups welcome and train newcomers. Those with specific skills (legal, communications, research) can also apply to national Working Groups or themed Task Forces through dedicated calls.
Will I get any initial training?
Yes. You won't be left on your own: more experienced activists in the group will support you and explain how things work. Amnesty Lazio also has the official mandate to provide ongoing training on human rights, activism techniques and current campaigns.
Can I take part remotely?
Yes. Meetings are often hybrid or online, and some activities — communications, research, translations — are done entirely remotely. Amnesty Italy has formally enabled online participation at every level of the organisation.
What if there's no group in my city?
You can join an Italia Group (any age) or a Youth Group (14–25) in a nearby area. If none exists, at least 5 members are needed to start a "Group in formation": the Circoscrizione supports and trains them for 4–18 months before official recognition. Write to us and we'll begin together.
Can I be an activist if I belong to a political party?
Yes, simply being a member of a party, union or movement is not an obstacle. However, to safeguard Amnesty's independence, you cannot simultaneously hold leadership roles in Amnesty and in political parties, and those identifying as members cannot make public voting declarations.
Can I stop whenever I want?
Yes, at any time. Simply send a written resignation to your group or to the national Supporters Service; otherwise your membership automatically expires if you don't renew the annual fee.
If I can't be active, how can I still support Amnesty?
You can sign appeals, donate, allocate your 5×1000 to Amnesty International Italy, and take part in initiatives as a supporter without joining a group. Even without time for grassroots activism, your financial support helps preserve the movement's independence.
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