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The event coincides with International Human Rights Day, which falls on the second Saturday in December each year. The campaign encourages letter writing for individuals worldwide facing challenging situations.

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While these cases may not have a direct connection to Canada or Yellowknife, Wilson emphasized that the group adopts cases that they feel passionate about.

He said the event is a testament to the power of collective action and the impact that words can have in the fight for human rights. As Wilson and the other volunteers in Yellowknife continue their work, they carry the hope of making a difference in the lives of disenfranchised people around the world.

Amnesty International, founded in the 1960s, is a global human rights organization that monitors and challenges human rights abuses worldwide. The organization was established to ensure governments adhere to the basic rights outlined in the United Nations Charter for Human Rights.

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To contribute to this cause, Gushue participates in letter-writing campaigns.

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Gushue learned about the event through friends on the volunteer organizing committee and announcements at his church. He has also been involved in various equality-seeking organizations and was a member of the Northwest Territories Human Rights Commission.