Amnesty Amplify Summit: AGM & National Conference 2026 IN PERSON

We are delighted to invite you to Amplify Summit 2026: Amnesty International UK's Annual General Meeting and National Conference. This year, Amplify will take place at the Jubilee Building, University of Sussex.

Over two days, Amplify Summit brings together our members and activists to connect, learn from experts and share ideas with one another, as we continue to build a powerful human rights movement in the UK.

Members will vote on important resolutions, scrutinise reports and have the opportunity to question the Board and Chief Executive. Additional activities over the two days will enable all attendees to re-energise, skill-up and inspire their campaigning journey. The weekend will also be packed with opportunities for attendees to connect with one another, from the Activism Village showcasing our networks and groups to scheduled networking, via an Amnesty trail run - and more!
This year we are also welcoming back Amnesty's Activism Awards, to celebrate our movements wins and look ahead to another year of resisting authoritarianism and winning human rights in the UK and internationally.

Please note - This is the in-person version of the event. If you are unable to join us in Brighton, but would like to take part online,
What to expect at Amplify Summit:

A jam-packed weekend full of opportunities for up-skilling, participation and connection. By joining us you'll get to:

• Hear from inspiring activists and campaigners
• Take part in tailored Amnesty campaigning and activism workshops
• Participate in the governance of our movement (for section members)
• Meet and network with activists from across the human rights movement
• Celebrate the incredible work of AIUK activists and members
  

Who is this event for?
This event is for Amnesty UK activists, members, supporters and anyone interested in our work. The Saturday will provide an engaging day of workshops, networking, organising and AGM opening plenaries. The Sunday will be primarily devoted to AGM business, but with additional side events. Please note that only Amnesty UK Section members will be able to speak and vote in AGM business, though other attendees are welcome to observe. All ages are welcome, however anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost:
The event is FREE. Your free ticket includes event entry, refreshments, lunch, and an optional evening meal on the Saturday (please select this option if you intend to join us).

Accommodation is not included (please see below for more info).

There is an opportunity to donate to cover some of the costs of the event, please consider donating if you are able to do so.

Venue:
The event will be held at the University of Sussex's Jubilee Building. The building is situated a 15-min walk from Falmer rail station, itself a 9-min train ride from Brighton. For directions and access to a detailed campus map, please visit.

Please check in closer to the event for a visual venue guide.

Key Amplify Summit timings:

• The venue will open for registration from 9.30am on Sat 27 June.
• Activities will run from 10.30am to 10.00pm on the Saturday, and from 8.45am to 3.45pm on the Sunday.
• A detailed schedule will be published by early June on this page, and on the "Amplify Summit AGM and National Conference" page on the Amnesty UK website (link below).

Key AGM timings:

• Section members will receive formal notification of the AGM and information on how to vote by 12 May
• The AGM notice and resolutions will be available on the AGM page of the Amnesty website from 12 May
• Submission deadline for proxy votes: 25 June
• AGM business will take place on both Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 of June
• For detailed AGM information, relevant documents and more

Can’t join in person?
AGM business will be livestreamed (members must book an "online attendance" ticket here).

Worried about the cost of attending?
We want everyone to be able to participate in our movement. A limited number of bursaries are available to provide financial support towards the costs of attendance (travel, accommodation, dependent care...) where needed. The deadline for bursary applications is 30 April. If you would like to be considered for a bursary, please complete this form. Amplify AGM Bursary application 2026 – Fill in form
Questions about travel, accommodation, catering, access, etc?
Please consult the FAQ section.

Important: Accommodation (single, en-suite rooms in student blocks) is available on campus for £75 pppn, incl. breakfast. Spaces are limited. Deadline for booking accommodation is 12 June. For more info and to book, please visit:

Photos credit: Marie-Anne Ventoura and Isabelle Povey
Video credit: Marcel Hirshman

Info: Looking for some kudos on your Strava, or missing your weekly ParkRun? Why not join other members of the Amnesty movement to kickstart your Saturday morning with a run (or jog, stroll or wheel) around the University of Sussex campus.

Info: How do I make the most of Amplify? What happens at an AGM? How does a membership-led organisation govern itself? How are resolutions debated? Join this session hosted by two of Amnesty's young activists to find out all you need to know for the weekend ahead. An essential session if this is your first Amnesty AGM, or for a refresher on what to expect for more experienced members and activists.

Info: Welcome to the weekend with Kerry Moscogiuri, Amnesty UK’s CEO, followed by a powerful keynote conversation on the state of the human rights movement — and how Amnesty is confronting rising authoritarianism at this crucial moment of escalating attacks on rights internationally.

Info: Join Amnesty activists and staff to hear how we've been building local power to win change and bring Amnesty’s 2025 strategy to life.

Info: Workshop round 1, hosted by Amnesty Community Organising and Campaigns teams.

Info: Workshop hosted by the Amnesty Student Action Network

Info: Workshop hosted by Words That Burn in collaboration with poet and youth worker John Bernard.

Info: Join us for the Words That Burn Poetry Showcase — a celebration of work by the incredible young people taking part in Amnesty’s Words That Burn programme. Hear their powerful, creative work bring to life the power and vitality of our movement for human rights.

Info: Workshop hosted by the Amnesty Queer Rights Network and the Amnesty Anti-Racism Network.

Info: Workshop round 2, hosted by Amnesty Community Organising and Campaigns teams.

Info: Workshop hosted by Amnesty Economic Social and Cultural Rights campaigners and the Disabled Peoples Human Rights Network.

Info: Workshop hosted by Amnesty Youth and Human Rights Education teams.

Info: Acceptance of standing orders and reports from the treasurer, board chair, Building a Powerful Movement committee and chief executive

Info: A fun, light‑hearted ceremony celebrating activists from across the Amnesty UK movement and everything we’ve achieved together — the perfect way to wrap up our first day! Everyone is welcome to make a nomination for the Activism Awards 2026, and you can submit yours when booking your Eventbrite ticket.

Info: Keen to turn ideas and connections made at Amplify 2026 into action back home? Join activists and staff from our Community Organising team — including from Human Rights Education, Youth, Local Groups, and National Networks. Together, we’ll build on Saturday’s workshops and turn them into practical, actionable next steps that you can take back to your own communities.

Info: Back by popular demand - bring your banners and join everyone for a mass photo action!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Jubilee Building, University of Sussex, Falmer, United Kingdom

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