On this #WorldMentalHealthDay , lets us spotlight the overlooked risk of ill-treatment in psychiatric hospitals. Independent and vigilant monitoring of these closed institutions fosters rehabilitation, rather than perpetuation of suffering.

Congratulations to Permanent Mission of Slovakia to UN in Geneva for joining the global movement for torture prevention. The SPT looks forward to start working with an independent and effective National Preventive Mechanism.

Torture is unlawful.

Yesterday, I met with Restart Center for the rehabilitation of victims of violence and torture in Tripoli🇱🇧.
The prevention of torture is a key priority of Switzerland’s🇨🇭 human rights policy globally and in Lebanon🇱🇧 and Syria 🇸🇾.

Their dedication to our cause and willingness to go above and beyond have truly made an impressive difference.
Marion Weichelt
Suzanne Jabbour
#RestartCenter
#Lebanon

#SPT : UN #TorturePrevention body plans to visit #Albania 🇦🇱, #Bolivia 🇧🇴, #Gabon 🇬🇦, and #Mongolia 🇲🇳 in 1st half of 2024, and confirmed upcoming visits to #Croatia 🇭🇷, #Georgia 🇬🇪, #Guatemala 🇬🇹, #Palestine 🇵🇸, and the #Philippines 🇵🇭 in 2nd half of 2023.
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#SPT : UN #TorturePrevention body will make its first visit to #Croatia from 2 - 8 July to assess the treatment of people deprived of their liberty & the safeguards in place to protect them from torture & ill-treatment.
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On the Int'l Day in Support of Victims of Torture, UN experts call on States to uphold the absolute prohibition of torture in armed conflict & victims’ right to redress. The protections of int’l human rights law apply at all times & in all circumstances.
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عذبتك... عذابك مش راحة'
وضع حد للتعذيب
المادة ٤٧ من قانون أصول المحاكمات الجزائية
  #المادة_٤٧
#RestartCenter

On this International Day in support of Victims of #Torture , I express my solidarity with survivors! Together we must tirelessly pursue justice, ensure comprehensive support and #redress . #Preventionoftorture is key for such atrocities! #26June

جنباً إلى جنب مع الأمين العام للأمم المتحدة ورؤساء الهيئات في الاجتماع الخامس والثلاثين الذي يضم رؤساء هيئات معاهدات حقوق الإنسان في نيويورك٫ لتجديد التزامنا المًوَحَّد٫ لرفع صوت الكفاح العالمي ضد التعذيب ولصون حقوق الإنسان للجميع.

Important meeting held with the United Nations Secretary-General to strengthen the Human Rights Treaty Bodies. Thank you to all the Committee Chairs for this fruitful 35th annual meeting.

#SPT : UN #TorturePrevention body will hold a public discussion w/ all stakeholders including NPMs, States parties, and NGOs on June 8 for the drafting of a General Comment on OPCAT Article 4 pertaining to the definition of places of deprivation of liberty.
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حفل تخريج 75 نزيلاً ونزيلة شاركوا في دورات تعليم وتأهيل مهني في سجن القبة بالتعاون بين قوى الأمن ومركز ريستارت #قوى_الأمن

Carmen has been empowering women in 🇱🇧 through therapy at Restart Center. She encourages women to be aware of their immense power, build boundaries, say 'no', and take good care of themselves.

On International Women's Day, we salute her 👏 for empowering women & girls! #IWD2023

Meet Ikhlas, an educator Ana Aqra Association who works tirelessly to support the students in public schools in 🇱🇧. Thanks to her, many children are able to continue their #education during school closures.

On International Women's Day, we salute her for being such a role model!👏

Torture can take different forms, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. Let's stand up for vulnerable people and end all forms of torture and discrimination. #EndTorture #ZeroDiscrimination #HumanDignity #RestartCenter

يسر سفارة اليابان في لبنان الإعلان عن تقديم هبة ل Fista North Lebanon لإكمال بناء مدرسة التربية المختصة في دده/الكورة. اليابان تدعم السكان الأكثر حرماناً، خاصة ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة، الذين يعانون أكثر من غيرهم وسط أزمة لبنان الحالية.

Journalists are a vital force in curbing the violence and injustice brought about by torture and ill-treatment in Lebanon.
Sigrid Rausing Trust
#JournalistsAgainstTorture
#RestartCenter

Thank you for choosing the road less traveled...

Happy Social Workers’ Day!!

#SocialWorkers
#RestartCenter

Critical funding from Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 enables UNHCR to deliver life-saving support to the most vulnerable Lebanese and refugees in 🇱🇧.
🙏Dankjewel 🇳🇱. Together, we protect and assist refugees, during winter and beyond.