Center for Victims of Torture
@CVTorg
The Center for Victims of Torture (CVT): Healing torture survivors globally, strengthening partners who heal, advocating for an end to #torture. RT≠Endorsement
We’ve received stop-work orders from the U.S. requiring us to halt multiple international programs and furlough the majority of our staff. These closures impact safety, health and wellbeing of the people we serve. You can help: cvt.org
🧵Minnesota should follow VP Mondale’s example, writes Alison Beckman, Lab & @CVTorg: “We must demand our government restore the refugee resettlement & asylum systems... Most of all, we must be intentional in creating welcoming communities.” startribune.com/vice-president…
“There is an overriding sense that in order to put America first, we must put everyone else last. In our state, we know that’s not true,” writes CVT's Alison Beckman in the @StarTribune, commenting on Vice President Walter Mondale's work for refugees. startribune.com/vice-president…
Gaza and the question of Genocide. We need to end this climate of silence, indifference, inaction and impunity. (Glad to participate in this thoughtful 2-part discussion with @frankelly08 on @RadioNational. Please listen.) abc.net.au/listen/program…
“If civilians in Gaza don’t qualify for urgent international protection then we have to ask what crisis ever will and what failures took place to bring us to this point?” said @SAdamsR2P in the first of 2 episodes on ABC Austr. abc.net.au/listen/program…
Over many years, CVT extended care to thousands of Syrian refugees living in Jordan. 80% of them were women; 19% were children. As the Syrian people rebuild their country after the fall of the Assad regime, CVT reminds us that survivors deserve healing, not funding cuts.
📣NEW LANGUAGES: The Lab, #RefugeeStorytellersCollective & @refugeecongress have translated our storytelling guide into Arabic, Creole, French, and Spanish. 🌟Are you looking to begin your storytelling journey? Read the guide! refugeeadvocacylab.org/resources/buil…
As the unjust detention of activists and protestors becomes increasingly common, it becomes more important to learn about tactics. See how a network of doctors, lawyers, and SMS messaging stopped torture, preserved human rights, and supported protesters: shorturl.at/G0s0D
It is legal to seek asylum in the United States. Article 14 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states: “Everyone has the right to seek and to enjoy in other countries asylum from persecution.” To apply, you must first come to the U.S. There is no other way to apply for…
NEW: Read the report with recommendations from the Syrian community on rebuilding, justice & hope. From @theICTJ
#NewReport | 'Our Pain Turned Into Policy' is now available! This report, based on conclusions from 7 community dialogues with Syrian citizens, identifies areas of priority intervention and makes recommendations to the country's TJ process. Download👉 tinyurl.com/mwzabypz
CVT is proud to participate in these important dialogs with the Syrian community!
Read "In Community Dialogues, Syrians Share Their Stories and Aspirations for Justice" here! 👇 tinyurl.com/4tmt3yvc
#InFocus | In April, ICTJ and Bridges of Truth convened 7 community dialogues. For the first time in 14 yrs, Syrians publicly ✅ spoke about their experiences ✅ shared their hopes for the future ✅ discussed their needs 🧵👇
Dr. Paul Orieny is one of @CVTorg’s finest clinicians. His decades of work around the world with refugees and torture survivors is the epitome of humble humanitarian service.
“This moment calls us to do more – not only to serve but to listen, to partner in communities, to ensure that mental health is not an afterthought,” said Dr. Paul Orieny, CVT senior clinical advisor for mental health, as he accepted the 2025 Excellence in Global Mental Health &…
⚖️ #InternationalJusticeDay We stand in solidarity with victims of #HumanRights abuses. Despite the suffering, we’re inspired by work to support victims in healing and advocate for accountability ✨ Explore our library of human rights tactics: ➡️ newtactics.org/tactics
Clinicians at CVT tell us that among the many things that influence our mood, thoughts and behaviors are our social situations and family. People who face challenges with housing, finances and food are at higher risk for mental health concerns. In difficult times, it’s important…
CVT clinicians tell us it’s important to take time to relax and do things we enjoy; this is an important part of healthy living. This can mean many things: relaxing, walking outdoors, dancing, eating food that is good for you. When we don’t take care of our bodies and mind, it…
“This moment calls us to do more – not only to serve but to listen, to partner in communities, to ensure that mental health is not an afterthought,” said Dr. Paul Orieny, CVT senior clinical advisor for mental health, as he accepted the 2025 Excellence in Global Mental Health &…
Ending torture begins with solid policy. CVT advocates to prevent torture, bring accountability and support survivors. We need strong policies that increase support for healing and justice around the world.
Torture is not only used against an individual. It is used to create fear within communities. When someone is tortured, the family learns to be afraid. Fear spreads quickly – people learn not to speak up. That’s why healing is so important, for survivors but also for communities.
The #Torture of Kilmar Abrego Garcia was Preventable. His Rendition was Illegal. - Center for Victims of Torture @CVTorg cvt.org/statements/the…
We’re hiring! We seek an Electronic Health Records Administrator to oversee the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, supervise key administrative and billing staff, ensure compliance with regulatory and funder requirements, and collaborate internally to maximize data…
