Torture prevention measures can effectively reduce torture. This is the overall conclusion of a four-year global research study, commissioned by the APT in 2012. In a new briefing paper we extract the key insights from the book “Does Torture Prevention Work?” and provide further analysis on the need for a holistic approach to torture prevention.
In its first 10 years, the global system of preventing torture has led to important improvements for people deprived of their liberty around the world. This year is an opportunity to highlight some of these positive changes and to encourage further efforts to prevent torture and ill-treatment. Visit our special website for stories from National Preventive Mechanisms and others.
“Torture Prevention Ambassadors” was an 18-month pilot project to strengthen the capacity of National Human Rights Institutions in the Asia Pacific region to prevent torture and other ill-treatment. The final report highlights innovative approaches and good practices from the project in Australia, Korea, Maldives, Mongolia, New Zealand, Philippines and Timor Leste.
The APT's new Strategic Plan for 2016-2019 is based on a comprehensive analysis of the high risk areas for torture and the changes needed to reduce those risks. It sets out our contributions over the next four years but it is also an invitation to all our partners to join us in achieving the agenda for change.
Together, we can prevent torture!
DETENTION FOCUS offers in-depth analysis and standards on issues frequently found in prisons. The database pays specific attention to situations of vulnerability among certain groups of detainees who face enhanced risks of discrimination, abuse, ill-treatment or torture. It also includes practical guidance for monitoring bodies.
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