Demand Justice for Juan López
Urge Congress to Support the Global Fragility Reauthorization Act
Since 2015, Juan López and activists in Tocoa, Honduras, have fought to protect local rivers and a national park from mining and energy projects. In 2024, Juan was shot dead by a masked gunman. The alleged hitman and his accomplices have been charged and are in pre-trial detention. Those who ordered Juan’s murder have not been held accountable. Take action now to demand justice. https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/demand-justice-for-juan-lopez/
THE BORGEN PROJECT
Urge Congress to Support the Global Fragility Reauthorization Act
Conflict, violence and instability are on the rise globally—forcibly displacing over 122 million people and leaving more than 305 million in need of urgent humanitarian aid. The United States has a proven tool to address these root causes in several countries: the Global Fragility Act. But to continue this critical work, Congress must reauthorize it.The Global Fragility Reauthorization Act (H.R.3005) strengthens U.S. efforts to prevent violence before it starts, support peacebuilding and save lives by addressing the root causes of instability—such as poverty, weak governance and lack of opportunity.
LA2050 youth ambassador
Make an impact with the new LA2050 Youth Ambassador Program!
Selected as a LA2050 Youth Ambassador by Chadwick School, I am honored to represent our community's voice in the 2022 LA2050 Grants Challenge. From April 18th to May 6th, 2022, I'll be rallying friends, family, and neighbors to vote for the local issues that matter most. With $1 million in grant funding at stake, I'm committed to spreading awareness and utilizing creative tactics to drive participation. Additionally, I'll be attending a virtual orientation session on either April 6th or April 7th to prepare for the challenge ahead. Let's make a difference together!
Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian suffering
The unparalleled escalation of hostilities between Israel, Hamas and other armed groups has taken a devastating toll on civilians. Sign our petition to call for an immediate ceasefire by all parties to end civilian bloodshed and ensure humanitarian aid access to Gaza.
End Human Rights Violations in El Salvador
Defend justice. Call on Salvadoran authorities to end the state of emergency and create public security policies focused on the human rights of all people #SinExcepción.
Sign the petition today. Your voice can contribute to change in El Salvador and protect human rights.
Protect the protest
Throughout history, protest has been a powerful tool for change. But governments around the world are cracking down on protests and it must be protected.
Add your voice to our global call to protect the protest and join our campaign today.
Support the Inclusive Democracy Act!
To promote community safety and enhance reintegration efforts, Congress should pass the Inclusive Democracy Act to expand full voting rights in federal elections to all justice-impacted people with felony convictions.
Stop Congress from Sending 3,000+ People Back to Prison
Over 3000 people who were released from prison and placed in home confinement because of the Covid-19 pandemic are at risk of being sent back to prison because of cruel new legislation.
Guarantee the Right to Vote in America
Urge legislators to protect voting rights for all! The Democracy Restoration Act would expand voting rights to persons after incarceration including individuals completing their sentence in the community.
stop gerrymandering
Instead of voters choosing politicians, it's the other way around – politicians are choosing their voters. They do it by gerrymandering voting districts to guarantee their own re-election. That's corruption at the core of our political process.
tell congress: crack down on corruption
Voters should have the most influence over their representatives, not special interest groups. RepresentUs has a multi-step plan to limit the influence of dark money and special interest groups and crack down on systemic corruption.
Send a letter to your representatives challenging them to crack down on corruption.
protect elections from deceptive AI
Cybersecurity experts warn that deceptive artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the greatest threats to American democracy. Recent advances in AI open the door for bad actors, foreign and domestic, to easily create disinformation that could impact the American elections. Join us in urging Congress to protect from dece