Table of contents
Authors
4
Acronyms
6
1. Introduction
9
a. Terminology
10
b. Purpose of the manual
10
c.
Who is this manual for
10
d. How to use the manual
11
2. The Forensic Examination Team
3. Ethical Codes, Cultural Relativism and Confidentiality
12
14
a. Ethical codes
14
b. Do no harm
14
c.
14
Informed consent
d. Confidentiality
15
e. Impartiality
15
f.
16
Cultural relativism and respect
4. Preparations for the Mission
17
a. Local context and country information
17
b. Information relevant to the case of alleged torture/mistreatment
19
c.
19
Support for the alleged torture victim and his/her family
d. Interpreters
20
e. Preparation for psychological evaluation
20
f.
21
Preparation for physical examination
g. Existing medical and non-medical information, including photographs 21
h. Diagnostic facilities in the country
2
21