The Irish rock group U2 was honoured by Amnesty International recently. Amnesty International has made U2 recipients of its highest accolade - the 2005 Ambassador of Conscience Award. The Secretary General of the humanitarian organisation, Irene Khan, explained, "From Live Aid in 1985 and Amnesty International's 1986 Conspiracy of Hope tour, through to Live 8, U2 has arguably done more than any other band to highlight the cause of global human rights in general and Amnesty International's work in particular." "Their leadership in linking music to the struggle for human rights and human dignity worldwide has been ground-breaking and unwavering. "They have inspired and empowered millions with their music and by speaking out on behalf of the poor, the powerless and the oppressed." | 
