Understanding the Risks Faced by Survivors of Torture: A Humanitarian and Policy Perspective

Understanding the Risks Faced by Survivors of Torture: A Humanitarian and Policy Perspective

Written by Elisa Garbil – 18.01.2026 Millions of people worldwide are forced to flee their homes to escape conflict, persecution, and systemic violence. Among displaced populations, survivors of torture face particularly complex and enduring risks that extend far beyond immediate physical and psychological harm. The long-term consequences of torture, compounded by the dangers of migration and the…