Frank Jennings

Frank Jennings

Front Line Head of Research Frank Jennings died on the morning of Saturday 1st October after a long and courageous struggle against cancer. Frank, who was 55 years old, will be sadly missed by all his many friends.

Frank made a huge contribution to the development of human rights activism in Ireland and internationally. He was for many years at the heart of the Irish Section of Amnesty International as Campaign Coordinator. He also served Amnesty internationally, providing training in campaigning for new Amnesty structures in Eastern Europe as well as helping to coordinate campaigning activities at the UN World Summits on Human Rights in Vienna and on Women in Beijing. He was also a longstanding activist for human rights in Burma and Tibet.

Frank made a huge contribution to the development of Front Line joining as Head of Research in February 2003. His drive and passionate commitment to the cause of human rights was an inspiration to all who knew him.