Amnesty International is a global organization that focuses on promoting and protecting human rights. Its efforts highlight problems that may otherwise be overlooked by mainstream media outlets. In 1977, the group was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its dedication.

In this discussion, you’ll learn about the organization and report on one of its efforts to protect individual freedoms. In your post, describe a specific initiative and analyze the importance of its success.

This week’s reading revealed the difficulty of defining freedom and happiness. Now that you have an understanding of the histories and philosophies of these terms, it is your turn to put forth your own explanation. In approximately 100 words each, provide your definitions of freedom and happiness. Also, reflect on how these definitions fall in line with the perspectives from the reading.