Annex I Torture and Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment: Causes and Prevention (A Questionnaire for OSCE Field Operations) Despite the existence of a body of international law designed to combat torture, it remains a persistent practice in many countries. The OSCE, due to its long-term presence on the ground, is in a unique position to support and advocate for adherence to international legal standards in this field. This exercise aims to collect and document existing OSCE field experience in combating torture and ill-treatment. The detailed aims of this questionnaire are as follows:     To obtain information about existing OSCE field activities aimed at combating torture and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment (hereafter CIDT) To identify systemic obstacles to the prevention of torture in the criminal justice system To identify areas where the ODIHR could support OSCE FOs and assist in the coordination of OSCE anti-torture activities To identify other organisations or institutions working in this area and their activities We appreciate that the level of general legal expertise and specific knowledge of this area varies widely among OSCE Field Operations and thus ask you to provide as much information as is possible, and mark sections N/A (not applicable) as required. We have also prepared a short information sheet ‘Basic Facts about Torture’ (attached) to assist you in completing the questionnaire. Your assistance in completing this questionnaire is important and is much appreciated. PART 1 OSCE Field Operation (FO) Activities Does your FO implement, assist or fund any projects to combat torture or cruel inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment, hereafter ‘CIDT’, (whether specifically identified as such, or having elements which may serve to reduce torture or CIDT, such as training of the judiciary or police), in any of the following areas: 1. Visiting places of detention? Yes No If YES, please indicate type and continue to a) and b): Police Station Pre-trial detention Prison 43