Stories of Human Abuse and Human being in wretched plight all around the World

The anniversary edition of WIRE outlines everything you need to know about our plans for the year, and how you can: Defend the rights of women and girls in Nicaragua Unite against the death penalty Speak out for the silenced Demand justice for people in the Democratic Republic of Congo Call for clean-up of the Niger Delta Stand up for women’s rights in Egypt As always, your urgent action is also needed on our World Wide Appeals. Also, see what our researchers in the Middle East and North Africa have to say about their work in this special supplement. Until next time, Adi , Editor Above: Celebrating Amnesty International’s 50th birthday in Togo. Amnesty international teams blogging from the ground: