A new club has arrived here at Stevenson that strives to have a positive influence on their local community.  

Started by club president Aishwary Chakraborty ‘27, Amnesty International aims to stand up for human rights, advocate for justice and stand up for those who are being oppressed around the world.  

During meetings they discuss these topics and try to see what can be done to help. Along with vice president Lana Abbo ‘27, Chakraborty runs the club with a passion for human rights.  

Chakraborty said she has many issues laid out for her club to tackle like protecting human rights and advocating for freedom, ending discrimination and opposing torture and imprisonment..  

“ Amnesty works to hold governments and institutions accountable while empowering everyday people to speak out against injustice,” Chakraborty said.  

Abbo helps the group plan meetings and leads the group with activities.  

“Typically, our club meets once a month. We have a variety of projects. As for our most recent one, “Write for Rights”. We sent out letters to different government officials around the globe, demanding different things,” Abbo said. “During our meetings, we talk with one another about different issues. We explain what we think and how it relates to what we are doing.” 

Amnesty International gives students a place to speak on international issues that has rarely been present at Stevenson.  

“I was inspired to start the Amnesty International club because I wanted to create a space where students could actively engage with global human rights issues rather than just learn about them passively. Many of us hear about injustices through the news or social media, but it can feel overwhelming or distant,” Chakraborty said. “This club was a way to turn awareness into action and give students a platform to advocate for change.”