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URVT adopted a holistic approach to rehabilitation offering a full range of services, including psychological support and rehabilitation; legal counselling and assistance throughout the asylum procedures; and social counselling during the rehabilitation process. The URVT team works alongside the UNHCR funded project [[Strengthening Asylum]]. URVT also works on raising awareness among the local community on torture related issues. | URVT adopted a holistic approach to rehabilitation offering a full range of services, including psychological support and rehabilitation; legal counselling and assistance throughout the asylum procedures; and social counselling during the rehabilitation process. The URVT team works alongside the UNHCR funded project [[Strengthening Asylum]]. URVT also works on raising awareness among the local community on torture related issues. | ||
URVT | URVT operates according to the standards of the Istanbul Protocol - United Nations Manual on the Effective Investigation and Documentation of Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment - and its services are offered to the beneficiaries by specialised, experienced, and well-trained personnel. | ||
URVT operates under the [[Humanitarian Affairs Unit]] of the [[Future Worlds Center]]. | URVT operates under the [[Humanitarian Affairs Unit]] of the [[Future Worlds Center]]. | ||
