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Towards UNCAT universality in the Caribbean region: CTI briefs CARICOM States in Geneva
On Friday 21st of January 2022, the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) commenced the new year with a virtual briefing to representatives of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Geneva. Addressed to the representatives of the CARICOM UN Member States in Geneva, the briefing session raised awareness on CTI’s work […]
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Ensure torture does not go undetected: CTI’s New Tool on Initial Medical Assessment of Detainees upon Admission
The Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) in collaboration with DIGNITY (Danish Institute Against Torture) releases its 10th tool in its series of UNCAT Implementation Tools on the ‘Initial Medical Assessment of Detainees upon Admission’. CTI’s new publication aims to assist governments across the globe to implement strategies for effective medical […]
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CTI holds Annual Briefing to the UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture
Yesterday, the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) held its annual briefing to the UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) as part of the Subcommittee’s 45th session taking place in Geneva on 8-12 November, marking the first in-person SPT session since November 2019. The joint remarks delivered on behalf of […]
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CTI appoints new Head of Secretariat
The Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) and its Core States of Chile, Denmark, Fiji, Ghana, Indonesia and Morocco, are pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Gayethri Pillay as the new Head of Secretariat as of November 2021. Gayethri joined the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) in February 2021 as […]
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Torture prevention in times of COVID-19 and new developments towards eradicating torture: CTI 2021 Annual Forum report is out!
Today, the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) releases the report of the Annual Forum 2020-2021 on ‘Promising new developments and trends towards eradicating torture: Long-term Lessons from Covid-19 Responses’ held online on 24 June 2021 for CTI’s Group of Friends and other invitees. The report contains a summary of the […]
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CTI delivers statement to UNGA Third Committee
76th SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY – THIRD COMMITTEE Promotion and protection of human rights – Item 74 (a-d) Sub-item 74 (a) – Implementation of human rights instruments Statement during the interactive dialogue with mandate holders on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment Delivered […]
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Towards coercion-free interviewing and fair administration of justice in West Africa: CTI Professional Training Workshop report is out!
Today, the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) releases the report of the Professional Training Workshop on “Investigative Interviewing for Fair and Effective Administration of Justice”. Hosted by the CTI Core State of Ghana, and held in partnership with the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) with the support of the […]
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CTI briefing to LDCs/SIDS Trust Fund Delegates fosters cross-regional experience-sharing and inspires action on UN Convention against Torture
On Tuesday 28th of September 2021, the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) organised a briefing to delegates of the LDCs/SIDS Trust Fund who are in Geneva to attend the 48th session of the Human Rights Council, taking place from 13 September to 8 October. Gathering 15 delegates (from Benin, Cambodia, […]
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CTI briefing strengthens collaboration with Core States’ Focal Points
Yesterday morning, the Secretariat of the Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) organised an informative briefing for the Focal Points of the six Core States spearheading the Initiative, namely, Chile, Denmark, Fiji, Ghana, Indonesia and Morocco. The meeting was the first of its kind conducted by the CTI Secretariat and offered […]
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Vacancy: Head of the CTI Secretariat
Do you want to contribute to a world free from torture? And are you ready to work closely withGovernments to achieve this goal? Deadline for applications: COB 20 September 2021 ABOUT THE CTI The Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) is an initiative by States for States being spearheadedby the Governments […]
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Sudan fulfils promise to ratify UNCAT
The Convention against Torture Initiative (CTI) welcomes the Republic of Sudan’s ratification of the UN Convention against Torture (UNCAT) on 10.08.2021, marking a historic step in the country’s democratic transition. Having previously signalled its commitment to join UNCAT, Sudan has turned its rhetoric into reality by becoming the 172nd State […]
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