CVT Saddened by Death of Sir Nigel Rodley: CVT notes with sadness that Sir Nigel Rodley, prominent human rights and international law expert, passed away today.

Survivors of Torture Build New Lives: Daniel Welday, psychosocial counselor, CVT Ethiopia,describes the enormous changes he sees in the lives of torture survivors after they seek care.

The Unchanging Truth About Torture: As a new era begins, Curt Goering, CVT executive director, emphasizes the need to stand with survivors of torture and champion their rights.

Data Visualisations for Human Rights Organisations: A member of  CVT’s New Tactics team participated in Data 4 Change, a workshop where human rights organisations and journalists are paired up with researchers, designers and developers to create data visualisations that can help change the world.

It’s Time to Close this Ugly Chapter in America’s History: Curt Goering, CVT executive director, comments on the need to end indefinite detention on the 15th anniversary of detainees arriving at Guantanamo Bay prison.

Things to Consider as Confirmation Hearings Begin: CVT is monitoring discussion of our top policy positions during the confirmation hearings for presidential appointees. Here are details on some of the key issues we're watching.

Leaving Isolation at Home - Helping Survivors Heal: Berihu Hadgu, counselor, CVT Ethiopia, describes his work with children who have survived traumatic experiences, helping them heal and return to normal childhood activities.