Description
The United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture is a unique UN operation that gives direct help to victims of torture and their families. It was established in 1981 by the General Assembly (resolution 36/151) to focus global attention on the needs of torture victims. The Fund’s aim is to help victims and their families to rebuild their lives and to seek redress for the human rights violations they have suffered.
Key details
- Max amount per application
- HK$785,000
- Grant type
- Cash grant with initial payment
- Application cycle
- Deadline
- Max programme duration
- 12 months
- Expected processing time
- 9 months
- ohchr-unvfvt@un.org
- Phone
- (41) 22 917 9315
Grant conditions & requirements
Focus areas
Known successful applicants
About the provider
UN Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture
- Type of funder
- Other
Disclaimer
Last updated: 8 March 2026
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