Name: How to stop torture
Uploaded: 2011-12-22T15:57:15Z
Duration: 12 min 26 s
Description: Political prisoners aren't the only ones being tortured -- the vast majority of judicial torture happens in ordinary cases, even in 'functioning' legal systems. Social activist Karen Tse shows how we can, and should, stand up and end the use of routine torture.

Political prisoners aren't the only ones being tortured -- the vast majority of judicial torture happens in ordinary cases, even in 'functioning' legal systems. Social activist Karen Tse shows how we can, and should, stand up and end the use of routine torture.

Karen Tse: How to stop torture

How to stop torture

95% of torture today targets those in flawed legal systems, not political prisoners, making it a widespread tool of investigation.

Early access to counsel and training defenders can end torture as an investigative tool, transforming justice in 93 countries.

A shared commitment can eradicate torture, echoing past movements that overcame slavery and apartheid through collective resolve.