Freedom from Torture
Freedom from Torture is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in Outwith Scotland.
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What are the key facts about Freedom from Torture?
- Registered charity number
- SC039632
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
- Location
- Outwith Scotland
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £15,113,123
- Website
- www.freedomfromtorture.org
What does Freedom from Torture do?
3.1 The objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: - 3.1.1 to provide relief and rehabilitation for persons, and members of their families, who have been tortured or who have been traumatised by observing torture or related violence on others close to them in relationship or proximity, particularly at a young age, in any part of the world, and who, as survivors of torture, are in conditions of need. 3.1.2 to educate, train and supervise legal, medical and other professionals and persons who provide assistance to survivors of torture. 3.1.3 to promote human rights (as set out in the Un…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Freedom from Torture a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Freedom from Torture is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039632) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.
- What is Freedom from Torture's charity number?
- Freedom from Torture's charity number is SC039632. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC039632?
- Search SC039632 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
- What does Freedom from Torture do?
- 3.1 The objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: - 3.1.1 to provide relief and rehabilitation for persons, and members of their families, who have been tortured or who have been traumatised by observing torture or related violence on others close to them in relationship or proximity, particularly at a young age, in any part of the world, and who, as survivors of torture, are in conditions of need. 3.1.2 to educate, train and supervise legal, medical and other professionals and persons who provide assistance to survivors of torture. 3.1.3 to promote human rights (as set out in the Un…
- Does Freedom from Torture have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Freedom from Torture. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
- How can I donate to Freedom from Torture?
- Freedom from Torture's website is http://www.freedomfromtorture.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.