International Day in Support of Victims of Torture Date: June 26

The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is observed annually on June 26 to speak out against the crime of torture and to honor and support the victims and survivors around the world.

Quotes

• “Torture is a crime against humanity, and humanity must unite to end it.” – United Nations
• “The right not to be tortured is absolute. It is not a matter of political convenience or debate.” – António Guterres, UN Secretary-General
• “No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.” – Article 5, Universal Declaration of Human Rights
• “Healing takes time, but justice is the first step toward recovery.” – Unknown
• “Torture wounds not only the body but the soul — and justice is its only true medicine.” – Human Rights Advocate
• “Where dignity is denied, torture thrives. Where justice lives, torture dies.” – Human Rights Watch
• “The world must stand with victims of torture — not just in words, but through action, care, and accountability.” – UN Human Rights Council
• “Supporting survivors of torture is not charity; it is justice.” – Center for Victims of Torture
• “Those who remain silent in the face of torture become complicit in its cruelty.” – Desmond Tutu
• “Torture breaks the human spirit. Our job is to help restore it.” – Rehabilitation Specialist