Caroline discovered government corruption and felt she had to expose it, because of this she was targeted and tortured by the government. Eventually, she was able to escape and fled to the UK. Read her story.
This #RefugeeWeek2019, we’re featuring a survivor’s story a day so you can learn about the experiences of a variety of people who have survived torture as they try to rebuild their lives here in the UK. We’ll be hearing about stories of Home Office and asylum support challenges as well as stories about the threat of detention and hopes for the future.
Read Roger’s story of hope in hard times and how football is helping him to rebuild his life after torture.
This #RefugeeWeek2019, we’re featuring a survivor’s story a day so you can learn about the experiences of a variety of people who have survived torture as they try to rebuild their lives here in the UK.
This #RefugeeWeek2019, we’re featuring a survivor’s story a day so you can learn about the experiences of a variety of people who have survived torture as they try to rebuild their lives here in the UK. We’ll be hearing about stories of Home Office and asylum support challenges to stories about threat of detention and hopes for the future.
This #RefugeWeek2019, we’re featuring a survivor’s story a day so you can learn about the experiences of a variety of people who have survived torture as they try to rebuild their lives here in the UK. We’ll be hearing about stories of Home Office and asylum support challenges to stories about threat of detention and hopes for the future.
Torture is always wrong. So why are we rolling out the red carpet for torture-advocate Donald Trump? On Tuesday 4 June Freedom from Torture will take to the streets and let Trump know that his stance on torture isn't welcome in the UK.
President Trump is expected to visit the UK on Tuesday 4th June and the campaigning group, the Stop Trump Coalition, are organising mass protests in London and around the UK.
The UK has a proud tradition of welcoming people who have fled persecution, such as torture. Recently it can seem like that history has been forgotten.
We need your help. Donald Trump is a danger to global human rights but, for some reason, the UK is rolling out the red carpet. His support for torture is devastating for survivors.
Ten years ago, an estimated 40,000 civilians died during the last few months of a bitter, prolonged civil war in Sri Lanka. Despite committing violations that amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, perpetrators have not been brought to justice.
United Nations Committee against Torture recommends the UK government conduct an independent judge-led inquiry into UK complicity in torture and rendition post 9/11.
The UK will face scrutiny for its record on torture and ill-treatment at home and abroad, as the UN Committee against Torture reviews compliance with its obligations over the last five years.
It's time to shape our future and make sure the UK is a place we’re proud to call home. Sonya Sceats, our Chief Executive, introduces our new campaign #ASafePlace.
The UK has a proud tradition of offering safety to people fleeing torture and persecution. But times are uncertain and these values are under threat. It's time to take a stand. Will you join us?
This #RefugeeWeek2019, we’re featuring a survivor’s story a day so you can learn about the experiences of a variety of people who have survived torture as they try to rebuild their lives here in the UK. We’ll be hearing about stories of Home Office and asylum support challenges to stories about threat of detention and hopes for the future.
