The APT is able to operate globally thanks to the generous financial support of its donors.
We believe in the dignity of every person.
Preventing torture is essential to uphold human dignity. It also helps build peaceful and inclusive societies, based on the rule of law.
Our Vision
Societies without torture or ill-treatment
Our Mission
Mobilise against torture through prevention: We generate support for prevention from international, regional and national State and non-State actors.
Engage relevant actors in constructive dialogue: We facilitate cooperation between many stakeholders to identify specific and sustainable solutions to prevent torture and ill-treatment.
Support national efforts to protect persons at risk: We offer strategic advice, tools and expertise to our partners working at the national level to prevent torture and ill-treatment.
Drive new thinking and analysis: We inspire action to prevent torture and ill-treatment through our ongoing research into its risk factors and root causes.
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