For a world without torture

Switzerland regularly discusses torture and ill-treatment in its bilateral consultations with other countries. It exchanges experts with selected countries in the areas of criminal justice, policing and monitoring bodies. The aim is to improve protection against torture and ill-treatment.

Switzerland is committed to ensuring that victims of torture and ill-treatment obtain redress and access to rehabilitation in accordance with international law. It helps other countries to comply with international standards and develop appropriate mechanisms to fulfil their obligations.

Switzerland helped to set up a mechanism for preventing torture in Morocco and Tunisia. In Tunisia it also supported the establishment of a care service where victims of torture can receive medical care and obtain social and legal advice.

Switzerland supports the UN special rapporteur on torture, providing him with qualified personnel and funding specific projects. The special rapporteur visits countries, makes recommendations and reports to the UN General Assembly and the Human Rights Council. He also hears complaints from individuals.