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Demonstrating outside the homes of perpetrators of abuse to generate condemnation

In Argentina, perpetrators of abuse during Argentina's dictatorship (1976-1983) often live anonymously among their neighbors, enjoying the immunity granted by the current Argentinean government.  HIJOS, a local human rights organization, is trying to unmask this anonymity.

Using petitions to gain public support for a government peace process

Through a drive that encouraged citizens of all political persuasions to sign a petition, the Basque peace group, Elkarri, gave citizens a way to collectively and effectively pressure the Spanish and Basque governments to initiate a peace dialogue.

Since the 15th century the Basque country, on the border between France and Spain, has been disputed territory.

Using peoples platforms to address corruption - citizens publicly challenge officials on the difference between promises and reality

Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan (MKSS) organizes public hearings in India where acts of corruption, such as the embezzlement of funds dedicated to development projects, are exposed through a comparison of offici