Torture

Prevention of Torture

Torture takes place in secret locations when there is no access by lawyers or other visitors. Read more

Combatting Torture

Freedom from torture is a fundamental human right and critical to the realisation of other rights. Read more

Supporting Survivors

All survivors of torture have the right to redress and rehabilitation. Read more

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Global call for international human rights monitoring mechanisms on China

The Rights Practice signed a joint letter, along with over 300 organisations, calling for an international mechanism to address the Chinese government’s human rights violations.

Lawyers at Risk

Detained Chinese human rights lawyers and defenders continue to face long, bleak periods incommunicado and the risk of torture and ill-treatment.

The Uyghur people continue to be subjected to widespread and systematic persecution in Xinjiang. The Rights Practice has submitted a briefing note to CERD, focused on China’s follow-up response to the Committee’s review in 2018.

Hong Kong and National Security Legislation

In a briefing paper issued prior to its promulgation, The Rights Practice considers the adoption of the new National Security law in Hong Kong and what implementation may mean for the many civil society organisations in the city.