World Day of Empathy: Fighting Against Torture

On June 26, the global community celebrates the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture – a memorable initiative established by the United Nations more than two decades ago.

The choice of date is not random and carries a deep symbolic meaning. It coincides with two iconic moments in the modern history of human rights: the signing of the UN Charter in 1945 and the entry into force of the Convention against Torture in 1987.

The main goal of this day is multifaceted – to draw public attention to the traumas caused by violent practices, to stimulate legal protection for victims, and to support their psychological recovery process.

In various countries, including on the Balkan Peninsula, large-scale information campaigns are being implemented. Educational lectures, thematic exhibitions, and discussions are organized, which emphasize the mechanisms for protecting human rights at the international level.

This day serves as a powerful reminder of fundamental humanitarian values and continuous global efforts to eliminate all forms of violence and inhumane treatment of individuals.