Standing for Justice, Speaking for The Silenced…
About VOED
Who We Are
VOED brings together survivors and families of the disappeared to raise awareness, document human rights violations, and advocate for international legal action. We work relentlessly to ensure these crimes are not forgotten and that no family stands alone in the search for their loved ones. Through unity and relentless activism, we aim to end the culture of impunity and restore dignity to those affected.
The Issue – Why It Matters
What Is Enforced Disappearance?
Enforced disappearance is more than just an abduction — it’s a systematic, state-sponsored crime against humanity. Victims are often illegally detained, tortured, or executed in secret. Many are never seen again. Their families are left in a painful limbo, suffering not only emotional trauma but also financial devastation and legal barriers.
Every face tells a story. Every story deserves justice.
Faces of the Disappeared
Enforced disappearance is more than just an abduction — it’s a systematic, state-sponsored crime against humanity. Victims are often illegally detained, tortured, or executed in secret. Many are never seen again. Their families are left in a painful limbo, suffering not only emotional trauma but also financial devastation and legal barriers.
Mashrur Anwar
Mashrur Anwar
Mashrur Anwar
Mashrur Anwar
Our Mission
End Enforced Disappearances
WHO WE ARE
Since 1971, VOED has been the voice for the vanished — standing with families torn apart by enforced disappearances in Bangladesh. We fight to uncover the truth, demand justice, and bring hope to the forgotten.
WHAT WE DO
We challenge injustice through relentless legal advocacy, awareness campaigns, and by supporting survivors and families. VOED works locally and globally to end enforced disappearances and hold those responsible accountable.
OUR COMMITMENT
We are unwavering in our pursuit of justice and accountability. Through advocacy, pressure on authorities, and community solidarity, VOED ensures the disappeared are never forgotten — and that their stories demand change.
Counting the Silenced
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Joined UN talk on disappearances under Hasina regime.
Here is VOED statement : Honourable Chair, Respected Delegates, and Human Rights Advocates, Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah. My name is
“Victim’s Harrowing Tale: Brutality and Torture Under RAB Officer Alep Uddin”
In a shocking account of abuse and injustice, a woman, Sadiqah Shahnaz, has come forward to share her traumatic experience
Protest Against Enforced Disappearances in Barishal: VOED Demands Justice
Barishal, February 15, 2025 A large public gathering was held today in front of Barishal Town Hall, organized by the
