It’s that time of year again, when we host this annual event co-hosted between the Sutherland Shire Amnesty branch and the congregation of Engadine Uniting. We provided the home-baked goodies for attendees to graze on a yummy morning tea while writing one or more letters. The event was held in the hall on Sunday morning after the church service.
Date: Sunday 24th November, 2024
Time: 10.15am to 11.45am
Venue: Engadine Uniting Church at 2 Chipilly Ave (corner of Chipilly and Cambrai).
What we did: Amnesty members kicked off the event with an introduction explaining the effectiveness of letter-writing and highlighting the individuals who were the focus of this particular event. Attendees were encouraged to arrive early to secure their preferred seating and enjoy the hot drinks and snacks (including gluten-free options) that were available throughout the event.
We provided sample letters to give attendees an idea of what to write, and our team was on hand to offer coaching and assistance as needed. Easy notes, handy hints, and short stories were also available to help attendees craft letters that expressed our support for prisoners of conscience around the world.
All paper and pens were provided, and Amnesty Sutherland ensured that all the letters were delivered. Last year, we were thrilled to have written 285 letters in just 90 minutes!
We look forward to your continued support in our mission to protect human rights.
2023:
A considerable crowd gathered for our annual letter writing action co-hosted by Engadine Uniting Church and the Sutherland Shire Amnesty branch.
Amnesty Sutherland coordinator Kate spoke about why letter writing works and which people will be the focus of our letters this year. Everyone enjoyed a delicious spread of sandwiches and cake while they wrote letters to presidents, ministers of justice, police chiefs and others in positions of power across the world. Photos below are of the 2023 event.
Any enquiries or follow up questions to admin@engadine.unitingchurch.org.au
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