To
deliberately inflict pain on another human being is the most animalistic human
trait by far. Everyone has the right to be mentally and physically freed from
any form of torture. It is time the world stood together to put this ill
treatment to a total halt.
It
is disheartening that this sinister act is still happening, and could be going
on in our backyards without even knowing. The United Nations has condemned the
act of torture as one of the vilest and irresponsible actions committed by
human beings to each other. To further express their support towards the
victims of torture, they have specially chosen 26th June
annually as International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. This year’s
theme is rehabilitation, which is selected to acknowledge its pivotal function
to reintegrate the victims back to societies.
The
truth is that young victims frequently encounter difficulties during the
rehabilitation process. This is often caused by the difference in age between
the rehabilitators and the young victims of torture. The margin between their
ages makes it hard for them to relate to each other. It is therefore advisable
that the rehabilitation teams should include youth so as to eliminate
communication barriers.
In
line with that, World Assembly of Youth (WAY), urge young people from
all around the world to jointly commit themselves in volunteering activities
especially those related to rehabilitation of tortured victims. Utilizing young
volunteers in rehabilitative facilities will not only give them a precise
picture about the disadvantages of torturing related acts but also give victims
an approachable role model so that the reintegrating process will be easier to
be achieved. After all, rehabilitation is a key to reintegration;
rehabilitation will prepare victims of torture, build back their confidence and
equip them with necessary skills before they are ready to be reintegrated back
to their societies.
Today,
let us be a part of the movement in support of victims of torture and their
road to healing. Join us to promote solidarity, eliminate any form of pain
inflicting act, and raise international corporations to assist victims of
torture by addressing its causes and restoring the well-being of the victims.
WAY
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