INTERNATIONAL DAY IN SUPPORT OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE
June 27, 2020
International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2020 was observed on 26 June.
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Background: 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.
Objective of the day: To ensure total eradication of torture and the effective functioning of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
Why do we mark 26 June? On 26 June, 1987, the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment came into effect. Its implementation by States parties is monitored by a body of independent experts, the Committee against Torture.
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