Since its beginning, the bedrock of Amnesty International's campaigning has been the active involvement of its members through its local groups and specialist networks. Local groups take part in a wide range of activities including letter-writing, publicity and fundraising. This is also a way for local group members in Ireland to work with Amnesty groups in other countries, emphasising the international solidarity upon which Amnesty International is founded. The Irish Section has a number of Specialist Networks, such as the Children's Action Network, and the Women's Network. These networks are involved in a range of campaigning activities on behalf of particular categories of victims of human rights abuses.
Members receive regular mailings, including suggested actions and updates on earlier appeals.