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LEAVE A LEGACY
FOR THE NEXT
GENERATION

A CANDLE OF HOPE
THE WORK OF
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
Founded in 1961, Amnesty International’s mission is to give
a voice to the oppressed, defend the rights of the vulnerable,
and stand up for the human rights of children, women and
men everywhere.
Inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, we
work to ensure the same human rights apply to all people,
equally. As the world’s leading human rights movement, we
were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of the
relief our supporters have brought to the marginalised,
victimised and abused. For half a century we have been
achieving justice and freedom for thousands of people across
the globe.
We are also an independent organisation- following no
particular political system or religion, and accepting no
government funding for our work so we can be free to
criticise the actions or inactions of governments. All our work
is funded by people like you, unified with determination to
stand up for freedom and liberate people from injustice.
“I would have died in that prison without
the help of Amnesty International. Thanks
to their campaign for my release, I am
free today.”
Rebya Kadeer,
Defender of human rights and Nobel Peace
Prize Nominee

ENSURING A BRIGHTER
FUTURE-FOR EVERYONE
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAKING A WILL
Organising your Will is one of the most important things you can ever
do. Most significantly, a Will protects your family and loved ones. It
ensures that your estate is divided among the people you love and
according to your wishes. Just a few hours spent preparing your Will
can provide peace of mind now and remove unnecessary distress,
expense and legal problems in the future.
Amnesty International believes your Will can be influential and do
more - it can also be your legacy to future generations; not only of
money and possessions, but of your values and aspirations. It is your
chance to make your voice ring out in the world long after you’ve left
it.
“Only when the last prisoner of conscience has been freed,
when the last torture chamber has been closed, when the
United Nations Declaration of Human Rights is a reality for
the world’s people, will our work be done.”
Aung San Suu Kyi 65th birthday vigil June 2010
Auckland, New Zeland: Amnesty supporters lighting candles
Peter Benenson, Founder of Amnesty International

FREEDOM HAS ALWAYS BEEN WORTH FIGHTING FOR
AND IT ALWAYS WILL BE
First Amnesty International New
Zealand group was formed.
Amnesty International is awarded the
Nobel Peace Prize for “having contributed
to securing the grounds for freedom,
justice and thereby peace in the world.”
1965 1977
1992 international
membership hits one million
with 6,000 local groups in
over 70 countries.
1992
1961 1969
First Amnesty International New Zealand and group
was formed.
1989
Founded in 1961 by Peter
Benenson, Amnesty
International has been fighting
for human rights ever since.
In January, UNESCO granted Amnesty
International consultative status as the
organisation reached a milestone - 2,000
prisoners of conscience released.
Tiananmen Square protests in Beijing:
Amnesty International members write more
than 25,000 letters and telegrams to China
within five days of massacre on 4 June.

Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand, along
with the NZ Government, take a lead in the global
initiative to create a moratorium on all executions.
By the end of 2007, 133 countries have abolished
the death penalty in law or practice.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT IS UP TO YOU
2007 TODAY
The abuse of human rights doesn’t stop. But as a global
movement of 2.8 million supporters, members and
activists in more than 150 countries, we’ll keep
fighting for freedom, and keep defending the rights of
every person, everywhere.
A simple bequest made now will ensure your voice will be
heard long into the future.
2003 2009
FUTURE
Amina Lawal was sentenced to death by
stoning in Nigeria for having a baby as
a result of consensual sexual relations
while divorced. Amnesty International
campaigned for her legal rights and in
August 2003 Amina was freed.
For the first time in 40 years, Pacific
Island leaders pledge to end violence
against women, following Amnesty
International’s lobbying in the lead up to
the Pacific Islands Forum.

A COURAGEOUS
ACT OF WILL
KEEPING THE FLAME OF
HOPE ALIVE
© Rusty Stewart/Amnesty International
Your Will acts like a microphone into the future. A chance, right now, to have
your values heard and your beliefs represented beyond your lifespan.
As long as there are people like you, Amnesty will be able to expose acts
of injustice, torture and violence and stand side by side with those whose
human rights are violated. We will continue to defend individuals at risk,
campaign to stop violence against women and children, demand dignity for
people born in extreme poverty, and hold accountable governments and
corporations. Until justice, equality, freedom and dignity is enjoyed by every
human being; we will not let the flame go out.
If you would like to support us in this life and the next, we hope you will
consider leaving a charitable legacy to Amnesty International Aotearoa New
Zealand, so that we can keep fighting for these causes. To ensure that your
support of human rights never ends.

A COMMITMENT TO CHANGE
JOHN LYON- SUPPORTER
John Lyon is a retired Merchant Marine Captain and a grandfather to
thirteen grandchildren. John emigrated to NZ when he was 19 and has been a
loyal supporter of Amnesty International for over twenty years. Born in London
and having lived through World War II, John is well aware of the fragility of
peace and recognises the importance of Amnesty International in making sure
dictators and military juntas are exposed for what they are. “When I read about
Aung San Suu Kyi’s house arrest after her party won the 1990 Burma
elections, I was outraged and wanted to do something. I felt powerless and
knew that as an individual I could never bring about change. Luckily I was able
to have my voice heard through Amnesty International.
Amnesty very much works like the principle of a
ship’s rope; a single strand is not very strong, but
combined with other strands it forms a unity that
can be used to hold the biggest ships.
By leaving a bequest to Amnesty International I will continue to speak out
against injustice – even when I am no longer around.”
John Lyon, Amnesty Supporter

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD
HOW TO LEAVE A BEQUEST TO AMNESTY
INTERNATIONAL AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND
Leaving a legacy to Amnesty International isn’t complicated and needn’t be
expensive. Whether you already have a Will or not, here’s a brief outline of
what needs to be done to include us in your wishes. We recommend that
whether you’re thinking of making a new Will, or updating an existing one, you
consult a solicitor or professional advisor. They’ll make sure your Will is valid
and that your intentions are clearly and legally stated.
IF YOU DON’T YET HAVE A WILL
You have three choices of bequest you may like to make:
1) Leaving us a specific amount.
2) Leaving us a percentage of your estate.
3) Leaving us the residue of your estate (anything left over after you’ve met
your personal commitments).
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A WILL
You can easily update it with a codicil - an additional clause that includes your
bequest, and complies with all the requirements of a valid Will.
New Delhi, India: School children shouts slogan during a rally
© AP/PA Photo/Manish Swarup April 2009

Once you have included Amnesty
International in your Will, we would
be grateful if you could let us know.
Please either complete the reply slip
on the next page and return in the
envelope provided or telephone us
on 0800 AMNESTY (266 3789)
That way we are able to better plan
for our future campaigns. We would
also like the opportunity to thank
you personally for your generous gift
and keep you updated on our work
and successes.
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
FOUNDER PETER BENENSON CHANGED
THE WORLD WITH HIS LEGACY...
WHAT WILL YOURS ACHIEVE

YES, I WOULD LIKE MY BELIEFS TO LIVE ON
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percentage of my estate.
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Please phone me to discuss making a bequest to
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THANK YOU! PLEASE TEAR OFF AND
RETURN IN THE ENVELOPE PROVIDED
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND
PO Box 5300, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141 | info@amnesty.org.nz | 0800 (AMNESTY) 266 3789 | www.amnesty.org.nz

MAKE IT COUNT
GETTING THE LANGUAGE RIGHT
When you are making a charitable legacy to Amnesty International Aotearoa New
Zealand, here is the language you should use:
LEAVING US A SPECIFIC AMOUNT:
“I give to Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Incorporated the sum of
$_________ (or description of property or assets given) to be used for its general
purposes and I declare that the receipt of the secretary, treasurer or other
officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge for the payment and my trustee
shall not be bound to see to its application.”
“I ♥ human rights because
they protect us against
human wrongs.”
LEAVING US A PERCENTAGE OF YOUR ESTATE:
“I give to Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Incorporated
__________% of my estate to be used for its general purposes and I declare that
the receipt of the secretary, treasurer or other officer shall be a full and
sufficient discharge for the payment and my trustee shall not be bound to see to
its application.”
LEAVING US THE RESIDUE OF YOUR ESTATE:
“I give to Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Incorporated the residue
of my estate to be used for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of
the secretary, treasurer or other officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge for
the payment and my trustee shall not be bound to see to its application.”
Angela Tiatia,
New Zealand TV presenter and artist

BETTER TO LIGHT A
CANDLE THAN CURSE
THE DARKNESS
Amnesty International Aoteroa New Zealand
PO Box 5300, Wellesley Street, Auckland
Phone: 0800 AMNESTY (266 378)
Email: info@amnesty.org.nz