How to Get Involved
Join our Google Groups Mailing List to receive emails about upcoming events.
Subscribe to our public Google Calendar.
Join our Facebook Group and invite your friends to upcoming events.
Learn about Pittsburgh’s Amnesty International Chapters and Student Groups and become an active member for change.
For general inquiries about local groups or to start a new one, contact Eve Wider, Western PA Area Coordinator
You can also email info@amnestypgh.org
Amnesty Human Rights Café
Check out when we are holding our weekly letter writing event for some human rights activism and a cup of joe.
When: Sundays except for holidays and school breaks
Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
Where: Panera’s at 3800 Forbes Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Come when you can and stay as long as you like.
For inquiries contact Brenda Soledad, Amnesty Human Rights Café Coordinator
Pittsburgh Chapters
Amnesty Pittsburgh, Group 39
We meet on the second Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church, located at the corner of Ellsworth and Morewood Avenue in Shadyside.
Contact Michael Grabe, Group 39 Coordinator
North Hills Area Meetings, Group 524
Held on the THIRD Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at Providence Heights, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Divine Providence. The building is located at 9000 Babcock Boulevard, adjacent to La Roche College.
Contact John Warren, Group 524 Coordinator
Student Groups
Held at various colleges, universities and high schools throughout the area. To find a meeting close to you or to start your own chapter, contact one of the Student Activist Coordinators (A volunteer who serves as advisor to student and youth groups on group activities, campaign opportunities and policy-related issues; acts as a liaison between AI groups, staff, and other volunteer leaders; promotes area-wide initiatives, and acts as a spokesperson for AI where appropriate):
Ben Zeldes, College Coordinator
- Duquesne University Chapter
- Carnegie Mellon University Chapter
- University of Pittsburgh Chapter
- Allegheny College Chapter
- Indiana University of Pittsburgh Chapter
Jordana Rosenfeld, High School Coordinator
- Allderdice Chapter
- North Allegheny Chapter
- Pittsburgh CAPA Chapter