Association for the Prevention of Torture

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The Association for the Prevention of Torture (APT) is an international non-government organization focused on the prevention of torture and other acts considered as cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment. The organization was founded in 1977 by Jean-Jacques Gautier under the name Swiss Committee against Torture.^{[citation needed]}

APT seeks to prevent torture through three integrated elements:

• Effective monitoring
• Legal and policy frameworks
• Ensuring determination and capability on the part of international and national actors