The Program for Torture Victims (PTV)

We've witnessed our African brothers and sisters seeking a new life. Patiently waiting at the border where they face racial discrimination and language barriers, they wait silently in hope of a better tomorrow.



https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/05/us/africa-migrants-us-border.html

After the rain has graced us throughout the day; and after the sun reminds us that there's still tomorrow to look forward to, we are gifted with a beautiful sunset.

A gentle reminder that despite a rough day, a traumatic experience, or tears to release the pain we still have tomorrow.

We should learn from our children and let them color our future with hope.

Responding to the UNs Declaration of Human Rights and their own lived experiences in Chile & Argentina, respectively, our founders opened the first torture trauma healing center in North America. This is our story. This is our mission.

The Human Rights Declaration, article 4 calls for no slavery, no trafficking in all forms. There are now more people trafficked and enslaved than 75 years ago. We are called to do better. We must do better.

Born free to be your authentic self. You are endowed with reason, conscience, and kindness towards self and others.

On the 75th anniversary of the drafted by the United Nations, we fight daily to ensure these inalienable rights of freedom, justice & peace. Human Rights means human dignity, regardless of gender, sexuality, color, or creed.

We are looking for compassionate interpreters! These are contracted positions with flexible hours.

We live in a world that challenges our compassion and human dignity at every turn.

Please consider making a contribution before the end of the year.

Tuesday

Our clients come from all corners of the world, seeking refuge and healing. They have stood up and fought for their values & dignity. It's our turn to fight for theirs.

Today is ! We encourage you to give the gift of healing to asylum seekers, survivors of torture.
Our survivors need your support to heal their traumatic experiences, and start anew with resources and relationships necessary to thrive.

Want to get a gift that goes the extra mile and spells EXHALE? Please support our friends and partners . Floating Spa, meditation, and scalar therapy - have we said enough?

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We highly encourage you & your money go toward environmentally friendly and sustainable products like Further. Not only are they earth-friendly, they smell great!

Visit them at https://furtherproducts.com/

This weekend, support small businesses that make a difference.
NeoCoco is an excellent mission-based apparel. From baby onesies to blankets, shirts, and more, its products' quality is superb.

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Wishing you and yours a festive and peaceful Thanksgiving. We are grateful for all of you.

Everyone deserves a warm embrace, a plate of food, and surrounded by loved ones - this is what we all aspire for everyone. Join us in gifting the everlasting gift of healing.

Our sister organization Miry's List is a phenomenal nonprofit, welcoming refugees with relationships and resources necessary to thrive. Grateful for your love and care for all.

We give thanks to our incredible partners and friends TeAda Productions Their gifts and talents have helped heal the wounds of words and used creativity to break the chains of oppression.

We are grateful to our partners, the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondolet . Their charism of loving the dear neighbor, without exception, is put into action with our group. We are thankful for your time and love toward our clients.

From all corners of the earth, injustice and inhumane treatment occur. Who we serve is as important as to why we serve. The restoration of human dignity has no timeline, language barriers, or biases.

CLUE is introducing our Truth Commissioner this Thursday:
Executive Director, Program for Torture Victims: Ana Grade.

Join CLUE Truth Commission Hearing this Thursday to listen to hotel workers and unhoused migrants’ testimonies about their experiences at Santa Monica hotels!

Denuncian agresiones contra trabajadores Líderes religiosos escucharon a los trabajadores de los hoteles que están en huelga, y denunciaron que han sufrido agresiones físicas por parte de elementos de seguridad en Santa Mónica.

A three-pronged approach to assisting asylum seekers, survivors of state-sponsored torture: Medical Care, Psychological Services, and Case Management. All done with humility, empathy, and great care. Our team goes above and beyond for our clients, often assisting them w/ social reintegration and serving as witnesses in their court hearings.

We . We accompany those hurt, beaten, scared, and hungry to begin their healing journey. We welcome men, women, transgender, gay, Catholic, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and atheists. The persecuted and tortured.

Solidarity is welcoming. Serving with joy throughout the years it takes to receive asylum.

Today is , a day for honoring and celebrating the lives of transgender folx. Let's take a moment to remember those who have lost their lives because of transphobia.

We send our heart-felt condolences to the Carter family. A staunch advocate for peace and mental health, Mrs. Rosalynn Carter always led by example.

May she rest in love and peace. Forever remembered.