The presentation by the Commissioner for Human Rights, Artur Lastaev, outlines Kazakhstan’s efforts to prevent torture and ill-treatment. It highlights key measures undertaken by the country, including legislative reforms, improvements in the penitentiary system, the introduction of new technologies to prevent torture, and changes in the approach to medical care for prisoners. Special attention is given to the work of the National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) and improvements in the complaint submission process. The presentation also showcases achievements in investigating and prosecuting officials for torture, the reduction in the number of complaints, and increased transparency in the system.