Avaaz

Avaaz

Civic and Social Organizations

Avaaz is a global web movement to bring people-powered politics to decision-making everywhere.

About us

Avaaz -- meaning "voice" in several European, Middle Eastern and Asian languages -- launched in 2007 with a simple democratic mission: organise citizens of all nations to close the gap between the world we have and the world most people everywhere want. Avaaz empowers millions of people from all walks of life to take action on pressing global, regional and national issues, from corruption and poverty to conflict and climate change. Our model of internet organising allows thousands of individual efforts, however small, to be rapidly combined into a powerful collective force. The Avaaz community campaigns in 17 languages, served by a core team on 6 continents and thousands of volunteers. We take action -- signing petitions, funding media campaigns and direct actions, emailing, calling and lobbying governments, and organising "offline" protests and events -- to ensure that the views and values of the world's people inform the decisions that affect us all.

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Civic and Social Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Type
Nonprofit

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    13,027 followers

    𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆!! Gold mining in the Peruvian Amazon has cleared  115,000 ha of rainforest and polluted 22 rivers with 185 tons of mercury annually, poisoning flora, fauna, and thousands of people. 𝗪𝗵𝘆? Every piece of gold carries a hidden cost: environmental destruction, contamination, and violence against Indigenous Peoples defending their territories. 45% of the gold exported to 🇨🇭Switzerland, 🇺🇸the U.S., 🇮🇳India, and 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia is 𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟. Read that again: 𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟. We demand action: Peruvian authorities must stop new gold mines and cease all violence against protesters; the OECD must enforce gold traceability; the UN must investigate mercury exposure and poisoning; and embassies must help stop the purchase of illegal gold. Support Indigenous resistance—our planet’s future depends on it. #AmazonFreeFromMining — [Español] SON DATOS Y HAY QUE DARLOS: La minería de oro en la Amazonía peruana ha destruido 115.000 ha de selva  y contaminado 22 ríos con 185 toneladas de mercurio al año. La contaminación por mercurio está enfermando a los Pueblos Indígenas. ¿𝗣𝗼𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗲́? Cada pieza de oro tiene un costo oculto: destrucción ambiental, contaminación y violencia contra los Pueblos Indígenas que defienden sus territorios. 45% del oro exportado a 🇨🇭Suiza, 🇺🇸Estados Unidos, 🇮🇳India y 🇸🇦Arabia Saudita es 𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟. Léelo de nuevo: 𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟. Exigimos acción: las autoridades peruanas deben detener nuevas concesiones mineras  y  frenar  su violencia contra los manifestantes; la OCDE debe garantizar la trazabilidad del oro; la ONU debe investigar la contaminación por mercurio; y las embajadas deben interceder para que sus países dejen de comprar oro ilegal. Apoya la resistencia indígena: el futuro de nuestro planeta depende de ello. #AmazoniaLibreDeMinería

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    In a down-to-the wire moment, 99 states pushed a critical new treaty through a gridlock that nearly killed it! This treaty - when adopted - will be the only one holding states accountable when they commit crimes against humanity - widespread or systematic crimes perpetrated against civilians. The effort was led by Mexico and Gambia, and supported by dozens of civil society organizations - including more than half a million Avaaz members. This is a huge win - but there’s still work to be done! With your help, Avaaz can continue to fight to bring this treaty to life! Sign the petition and say #CAHTreatyNow !

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    🌍 Justice Must Prevail: The #ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for #Netanyahu The International Criminal Court has officially issued a warrant for Netanyahu’s arrest, citing war crimes and crimes against humanity. This is a crucial moment for international law and justice. For every innocent life lost, every family torn apart, and every civilian targeted, the world must act. Governments must now stand firm, enforce this warrant, and demonstrate their commitment to human rights. 🔗 Join us in demanding accountability: https://lnkd.in/gDBDzxCM As global citizens, let’s unite to ensure no one is above the law. Together, we can push for a future rooted in justice and peace. #HumanRights #InternationalLaw #JusticeForGaza #Accountability

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    We are calling on all UN Member States to move the Crimes Against Humanity Treaty - which will protect civilians from the worst crimes - out of endless discussions! There are NO EXCUSES to fail moving it forward. 𝗪𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀. The world desperately needs this treaty to protect civilians. We need all States around the world to step up and answer this half a million plus call. Sign up now! #ProtectHumanity avaaz.org/ProtectHumanity

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    [𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱] You might wonder if adding your name to a petition will really make a difference. But when millions of voices unite behind a powerful, focused and well-though campaign, we create unstoppable momentum. Your voice is never lost. With Avaaz, you’re part of a global force for change. Ready to stand up and be heard? 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 to find out when and how your voice can make an impact. 𝗚𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/eUP2RtTb THANK YOU! 🤝 #Avaaz #Movement #Change #Voice #Campaigns

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    The risks of AI are not hypothetical — bias, surveillance, and even gender-based violence are already impacting lives. 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲. That’s why we’re pushing the EU to adopt a strong Code of Practice for General Purpose AI. Together, we can ensure AI is #SafeAndFair for all.

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