Amnesty International of the USA Inc. Indexed Documents, 1978-2004, bulk 1984-1997
Collection context
- Creator:
- Amnesty International. International Secretariat
- Extent:
- 24 linear feet 24 record storage cartons
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Materials include indexed documents and reports created by Amnesty International.
This collection contains incomplete runs of IS indexed documents that were kept by various AIUSA chapters and individuals.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Amnesty International--International Secretariat (IS) is the governing body of Amnesty International and is located in London. The IS produces and distributes documents to AI branches around the world. Each document is given a unique index number for easy identification and filing. This collection contains indexed documents covering many of the organization's actions and concerns. A guide to the indexing system can be found at: http://www.iisg.nl/archives/docs/doc200397.pdf
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no access restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. Permission to publish material from the collection must be requested from Amnesty International.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Amnesty International of the USA, Inc. Indexed Documents, 1978-2004; Box and Folder; Center for Human Rights Documentation and Research, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu