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  2. The UN International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on 26 June marks the moment in 1987 when the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or...

  3. The United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is an international observance held annually on 26 June to speak out against the crime of torture and to honor and support victims and survivors throughout the world. The first 26 June events were launched in 1998.

  4. Jun 26, 2020 · On 12 December 1997, by resolution 52/149, the UN General Assembly proclaimed 26 June the United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. 26 June is an opportunity to call on all stakeholders including UN Member States, civil society and individuals everywhere to unite in support of the hundreds of thousands of people around ...

  5. The UN International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on 26 June marks the moment in 1987 when the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, one of the key instruments in fighting torture, came into effect.

  6. Jun 26, 2019 · Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State. June 26, 2021. On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we recognize the bravery and humanity of victims and survivors of torture around the world. The absolute prohibition of torture is a human right enshrined in international law.

  7. Jun 26, 2020 · News. International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, 26 June. European and UN anti-torture bodies emphasise the absolute nature of the prohibition of torture and other forms of ill-treatment.