It is also striving for the adoption of the draft Optional Protocol to the United Nations Convention against Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment and cooperates with various bodies concerned with the prevention of torture or active in related fields. Currently the APT has five programs covering activities in Europe, Africa, Latin America, Asia and the United Nations, and a sixth program which covers Internships. The APT has members in more than 30 countries throughout the world and maintains close ties with numerous international and national organizations, carrying out cooperation programs and public awareness campaigns, disseminating information and holding training sessions on the means to prevent torture and to strengthen existing mechanisms. Our professional expertise is fully recognized and we are in growing demand. Our programs and projects are constantly expanding.
Funding is vital to the continuation and expansion of our programs.
Of course we accept donations of any size, or you may be interested in sponsoring specific projects or specific program areas. We hope that with this website we can make contact with a larger audience, and consequently increase our membership - membership costs CHF 100 per year. Currently we are not in a position to accept payments over the internet, but you can pay directly to our bank or postal accounts . Your membership entitles you to our Newsletter four times a year, and also the right to participate at our Annual General Meeting, but perhaps more importantly YOU help in the struggle against torture. If you would like to become a member, make a donation or simply want more information, please complete your details below, and click SEND .