Four times per year, we send out the Death Penalty Abolition newsletter by mail. The newsletter contains updates on the progress of death penalty abolition around the world, plus actions on behalf of which members write letters or otherwise act as needed. These actions are usually of a longer-term nature and may involve work on specific cases or more general work, such as urging governments to change policies or laws. Some Amnesty members receive Urgent Actions on death penalty cases which require immediate attention. For example, an Urgent Action may be sent out when an execution is about to occur.
Members react quickly by writing letters of appeal to the appropriate authorities.
Occasionally, other opportunities to help with death penalty abolition arise on which members take action. We'll need to know how often to send them to you. Many people choose two per month, but this depends on your schedule. - helping with other initiatives as they arise. Also, please ensure that your membership with Amnesty International is up to date. If you would like to join Amnesty International or have not yet made your membership contribution for this year, click to make your membership contribution .