We are very Honored to get time for presentation in a webinar meeting. As refugees are facing many challenges including family issues, political issues and their life style, we need more solidarity and hope for our dignity. Those who are living with emotional wounds and trauma are the ones that we can care about. Sometimes, people with such scares used to use drug as a way of consolation which destroys…
Wounds and trauma healing
How We Address Challenges
– Mental Health & Addiction Awareness: We provide education on psychological resilience, trauma recovery, and the dangers of drug abuse, breaking stigma and promoting healthy coping strategies. – Economic Empowerment: Our savings groups and skills training reduce financial stress and give at-risk individuals alternatives to drug-related activities. – Youth Engagement & Peer Support: We create safe spaces where young people can discuss challenges, build life skills, and find purpose without…
Context and Its Impact on Our Focus Populations
Healed to Heal Fellowship operates in a socio-political and cultural environment that significantly affects both refugees and host communities in Rwanda. Key factors such as legal frameworks, cultural norms, economic conditions, and social attitudes influence our work, particularly in mental health, economic empowerment, social integration, and drug abuse prevention. 1. Legal and Policy Framework – Progressive Refugee Laws: Rwanda has inclusive refugee policies, allowing access to education, healthcare, and employment.…
TRAINING FOR TRAINERS, PEACE BUILDERS
The “Healed to Heal Fellowship” seems to focus on guiding individuals through the process of healing emotionally, specifically related to heart wounds.The capacity of trainers in such a fellowship would typically include: 1. Expert Knowledge: Trainers would be well-versed in the emotional and psychological aspects of healing from trauma, especially heart wounds, and be able to provide evidence-based counseling. 2. Empathy and Support: Trainers would have the ability to create…
Training Of Trainers(TOF)
We thank Rabagirana ministries to be on our part for training us as wounds healing facilitators. These facilitators are refugees from 5 refugee camps in Rwanda including Mahama, Mugombwa, Kigeme, Kiziba and Nyabiheke adding those from urban areas like Kigali and Nyamata and Rwandans. We are trained and ready to contribute to peace building through counseling, emotional wounds healing and trauma healing in our community.
HHF parterning with Peace and Reconciliation Network(PRN)
In peace and reconciliation work, the discussion were about wound healing which often emphasizes:
TRAUMA WITH REFUGEES’ COMMUNITIES
What you are describing is crucial for understanding the lives of migrants, especially women and girls. Many people experience severe trauma due to the events they went through before fleeing or leaving their home countries, particularly when they have faced intense traumatic experiences that affect their mental health. For some of these individuals, these challenges can extend to their reproductive health. In the case of women and girls, severe trauma…
TESTIMONIES OF REFUGEES ON HEALING HEART TRANSFORMING NATIONS WORKSHOP
Each testimony is deeply reflective and carries significant emotional weight, focusing on themes of mourning, forgiveness, healing, and spiritual transformation. Here is a summary of the key points from each individual reflection: Each reflection expresses personal journeys through grief, the struggle to forgive, and the realization of the importance of spiritual connections, forgiveness, and the opportunity to heal. Would you like to explore any specific aspects of these reflections…
REFRESHING TIME ABOUT HEALING
Sometimes we need to meet for refreshing about wounds healing as facilitators.
Trauma and Depression in a Religious Context
Religious frameworks can influence how individuals perceive, approach, and seek to heal from trauma and depression. Different religious beliefs shape the understanding and management of these mental health issues. Trauma from a Religious Perspective How Trauma is Perceived: Resolving the Issue: Impact on Mindset: Depression from a Religious Perspective How Depression is Perceived: Resolving the Issue: Impact on Mindset: Important Considerations Spiritual Healing: While religion and prayer can offer powerful…