Support to local anti-torture organisations

As part of the United Against Torture Consortium, launched in 2023 by the OMCT and five other major anti-torture organisations (APT, FIACAT, IRCT, Omega Research Foundation, and Redress), we provide targeted and strategic support to local anti-torture organisations to increase the impact and reach of their work, foster their sustainability and resilience in response to adversity, and stimulate the global growth of the movement.

The European Union funds this initiative.

Calls for proposals will be published regularly on this page.

Who is eligible?

  • The applicant must be a registered or unregistered civil society group, organisation, or coalition;
  • The applicant must be a local anti-torture organisation that seeks to increase the impact and reach of its work, foster its sustainability and resilience, and contribute to the movement's growth.

For what type of activity?

The following activities are eligible for financial support for local anti-torture organisations:

  • Support for survivor involvement and rehabilitation;
  • Movement growth, innovation and coalition building;
  • Support for advocacy, monitoring of places of detention and capacity building, in particular for the implementation of the UN Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (UNCAT);
  • Research, documentation, and litigation support;
  • Awareness-raising, media and campaigns;
  • Crisis response includes survivor support, lifeline support, and emergency protection support.

How to apply?

Instructions for applying will be found in each proposal call when there is an open call.