International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
June 26 · Level 9 · #387 of 2238
This UN day stands with people who have survived torture and affirms their dignity and recovery. It highlights the need to prevent abuse and make medical, psychological and legal support available to those affected.
How it is celebrated: human rights groups and rehabilitation centres hold public events, awareness campaigns and solidarity activities. Survivors' accounts help explain why care may be needed long after the violence has ended.
The date has a specific connection: the UN Convention against Torture entered into force on this day in 1987.