I was blinded by the police for demanding equality and dignity. Let's make sure it never happens again. | View in browser.

Dear John,

My name is Gustavo Gatica, and I’m from Chile. I’m a university student who, like many others, joined protests that broke out across the country over inflation and inequality. 

One night in November last year during the protests, the police loaded their shotguns with rubber and metal ammunition and those in charge did nothing to stop them. Hundreds had already been hurt and dozens had suffered eye injuries, but that didn’t prevent them from continuing to fire into the crowds.

I was shot in both eyes and permanently blinded.

Despite the media attention on my case around the world, the commanders in charge haven’t been held to account and the police haven’t made the changes needed so this doesn’t happen again.

Please raise your voice with me for justice.

This year, my story is part of Amnesty’s Write for Rights campaign, in which people like you sign thousands of petitions, write numerous solidarity messages and stand together to fight for justice around the world. 

Please get involved and take action for Write for Rights now. 

Together our actions have power.

Sincerely,

Gustavo Gatica, on behalf of Amnesty International
 

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