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The committee against torture fact sheet no. 17

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The Committee against Torture: Fact Sheet No. 17 presents the mandate and functions of the treaty body established under the UN Convention against Torture (CAT). It explains the Committee’s role in monitoring state compliance through periodic reviews, individual complaints, and inquiry procedures. The fact sheet highlights the Committee’s general comments, which provide guidance on interpreting obligations such as preventing torture, protecting victims, and ensuring accountability. It also underscores cooperation with states, NGOs, and other UN mechanisms to strengthen protection against torture and ill-treatment. As a concise resource, it is designed for policymakers, practitioners, and advocates working to eradicate torture worldwide.

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KP.II 0095

341.1 UNI C

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Call Number

341.1 UNI C

Publisher

Geneva, Switzerland : The United Nations., 2006

Collation

38 hlm; 20 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

10145567

Classification

341.1

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Edition

Fact sheet no. 17

Subject(s)

Human rights
NGO
Policymakers
Protecting victims

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World Campaign for Human Rights

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