World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT
OMCT works with 200 member organisations to end torture and ill-treatment, assist victims, and protect human rights defenders at risk wherever they are.
Who we are - OMCT
The OMCT works with 200 member organisations to end torture and ill-treatment, assist victims, and protect human rights defenders at risk wherever they are. Together, we make up the largest global group actively standing up to torture in over 90 …
Our network - OMCT
The SOS-Torture Network is at the heart of the OMCT and is the currently the most important global network striving to put an end to torture and protect human rights defenders. At the outset, in 1985, it was composed of 48 non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Today, its over 200 members work in ...
What we do - OMCT
The World Organisation Against Torture works with 200 member organisations to end torture and ill-treatment, assist victims, and protect human rights…
10 Successes of the Global Anti-Torture Movement in 2024
Dec 18, 2024 · In 2024, severe human rights crises impacted multiple regions. In Ukraine, the ongoing conflict led to violence against civilians, including torture and arbitrary detention. In Bangladesh, a brutal government crackdown on student protesters led to unprecedented repression, with security forces ...
Take Action - OMCT
Every day, human beings are subjected to torture and other ill-treatment. Those who defend them are threatened, arrested or risk death. Sharing their stories, writing to decision makers highlights their plight and adds pressure for them to be safe.
Committee Against Torture (CAT) - OMCT
The United Nations Committee Against Torture (CAT) monitors the implementation of States Parties’ obligations under the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.The CAT was created in accordance with article 17 of the Convention against Torture.
Annual Report 2023 - OMCT
The World Organisation Against Torture works with 200 member organisations to end torture and ill-treatment, assist victims, and protect human rights…
Looking Back on 40 Years of the Fight Against Torture with the
Dec 10, 2024 · This initiative celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Convention against Torture (1984-2024) by giving a voice to torture victims, experts, and activists. Claude Heller, Chair of the Committee against Torture, the UN body of rights that monitors states' compliance with the Convention Against…
Americas - OMCT
The World Organisation Against Torture works with 200 member organisations to end torture and ill-treatment, assist victims, and protect human rights…