PTV engages elected officials and policy makers in discussing what responses are needed to stop torture, and advocates for the appropriate and adequate resources that will facilitate the healing of the survivors of torture and their families.  

PTV initiates public programs such as the United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, and other forums for thoughtful dialogue about torture and its consequences to the individual and society.

"This is a day on which we pay our respects to those who have endured the unimaginable. This is an occasion for the world to speak up against the unspeakable. It is long overdue that a day be dedicated to remembering and supporting the many victims and survivors of torture around the world."

UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan