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The Center for Victims of Torture
works to heal the wounds of torture on individuals, their families and their communities and to stop torture worldwide.

Since 1985 CVT has provided multidisciplinary
healing services to torture survivors worldwide.

In our healing clinics psychotherapists work with clients to heal emotional wounds. Nurses and doctors coordinate medical care to restore the body. Social workers help clients regain their independence.

Through our research and outreach programs, CVT shares its knowledge of the impact of torture and the importance of healing. Our advocacy work supports our mission to end torture worldwide.

At CVT we heal the wounds of torture and restore the dignity of the human spirit.

Make a Difference in the Life of a Survivor

February 23 – Bhutan Day Conference and Cultural Festival

Learn about Minnesota’s newest refugees, the Lothsampas, a Nepali ethnic minority that settled in Bhutan. The day includes refugee resources, workshops and cultural programs.
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the International Institute of Minnesota, 1694 Como Avenue, St. Paul.
Read the press release for more information.

Speaking with the Enemy

Read Donald Gregg’s letter to the editor about recognizing humanity during interrogations. Ambassador Gregg endorsed the successful Campaign to Ban Torture.

Read how CVT helped bring about Obama’s ban on torture in this MinnPost article.

Read Executive Director Douglas A. Johnson’s Thoughts:

Obama takes big step toward restoring U.S. moral leadership

Learn about the latest program updates in Storycloth, CVT’s newsletter.

E-mail cvt@cvt.org to receive Storycloth online or in the mail.

Upcoming Events

March 16—Documentary: Genocide Again: Darfur

Thank you to everyone who supported the Campaign to Ban Torture and helped CVT achieve its goal.

President Obama Signs Executive Order Ending Torture

As reported by the Associated Press , President Obama signed an Executive Order ending U.S. use of harsh interrogation techniques. The Order embraces the Declaration of Principles for a Presidential Executive Order on Prisoner Treatment, Torture and Cruelty proposed by the Campaign to Ban Torture and CVT’s mission to end the use of torture worldwide.

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