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We love seeing NPs expand access to care! GMU professor & FNP Rebecca Sutter was awarded a $3 million grant to develop a care coordination model for Afghan survivors, refugees & immigrants impacted by combat trauma & violence. https://lnkd.in/e9NRCYsJ #NPsLead #WeChooseNPs

Sexual and gender-based violence dramatically increases amidst conflict and crises. Yet programs to prevent and respond to SGBV are often limited. Women's Refugee Commission worked with UNICEF to develop a toolkit to train community health workers to care for SGBV survivors, and lead community outreach programming. Read about our work: https://lnkd.in/e5Q6ncCg

The children in Sudan are facing a dire situation as the country's conflict enters its second year, having a catastrophic impact on an entire generation. There are critical humanitarian needs, including access to food, healthcare, education, and protection, for vulnerable children and families affected by the ongoing war. The article calls for urgent international attention, funding, and coordinated efforts to address the escalating crisis and safeguard the well-being and future of Sudanese children. Read more here: https://uni.cf/3JF2lNj #Sudan #ChildrenInConflict #HumanitarianCrisis #ChildRights #ChildProtection #HumanitarianAid #JUstice #UNICEF #EmergencyResponse #ConflictZone #ChildHealth #EducationEmergency #WarSurvivors #ChildhoodLost #InternationalAid #HumanitarianAppeal #CrisisResponse #GlobalSupport #ChildrensFuture

According to UNHCR's February report, children aged between 0-17 make up over half (52%) of the refugee population in Kenya. At Tdh Kenya, we believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive. That's why we work tirelessly to provide vital support to refugee children and their families. Here's how we help: Child protection: We ensure children are safe from violence, exploitation, and abuse. Psychosocial support: We offer counseling and support services to help children heal from trauma and cope with displacement. Child-friendly spaces: We create safe spaces where children can play, learn, and be themselves. Together, we can give refugee children the chance for a normal childhood. #TdhKenya #Refugees #ChildrensRights #EveryChildDeservesAChildhood

Did you know that nearly half of all people displaced across borders are women and girls? They deserve safety, dignity, and the opportunity to build a better future. Yet, far too many face an increased risk of gender-based violence. Conflict, forced displacement, and inequality create tensions that put women and girls at even greater risk, making them especially vulnerable to abuse. But they are not alone. At UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, we are working with partners to provide life-saving support: 🛑 Safe shelters for survivors 🩺 Medical care 📙 Legal and cash assistance 💬 Psychosocial support to rebuild lives However, these services are gravely underfunded. In 2024, UNHCR needed $368M to meet these critical needs, but as of today only 28% of the funding has been secured. Your support is needed to help ensure forcibly displaced women and girls have the support they deserve. Their safety and rights are non-negotiable. #16Days #WithRefugees #OrangeTheWorld #GBV #RefugeeWomen

I had the priviledge of visiting and helping Sudanese refugees and orphans. Reflecting on the one year following the sudden outbreak of conflict between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) on April 15, 2023. 8.2 million people have been forced to leave their country, home, and belongings to seek protection and assistance in surrounding countries around the world. Over 14,700 people have died in the violence and about 30,000 have been injured. Famine, grief, and distress are traumatic consequences of such senseless violent acts. Innocent civilians should not suffer and die as a results of a power struggle between two selfish groups of individuals. #Social #learning #theory has often been applied towards understanding #aggression and the development of aggression. Why are some people likely to resort to aggressive violent behaviour in comparison to non-violent behaviour? The answer is complex with several factors contributing to violent behaviour; however, a prevalent theory is that violent and non-violent behaviours are learned. Social learning theory is the idea that young children, adolescents and adults learn to commit aggressive acts, violent acts, or non-violent acts through operant conditioning (being directly reinforced or punished for behaviour). One main concern is countries allowing the #violence to continue, young children and adolescents are #learning to mimic similar behaviour from a young age. The #trauma of these #Sudanese orphans watching their parents die has a significant impact on their #mental #health and emotional #wellbeing. What happens when these refugees become adults? When they become leaders of their country? Or when they migrate to other countries? The aggressive, violent, and antisocial inclinations have been deeply seeded in the minds of innnocent civilians. #Leaders and #civilians should not ignore the violent outbreak in Sudan, it is not one country's problem; It is every country's problem. Thoughts and prayers go out to those impacted by the violent attacks, and thank you to the #humanitarian aid workers for their continued efforts in assisting those in need. Too many families and children have died and a country destroyed through incomprehensible violence. It is time we break our silence! Help #Sudan, they have the right to #food, #shelter and #safety.

🏛 NZF focuses on distributing Zakat to those in need within Australia, including victims of domestic violence, refugees, orphans, and the homeless. 📍We prioritise local collection and distribution, adhering to the consensus among the four madhabs and scholars throughout history that Zakat should be given locally. 📲 These are real stories of people right here in Australia: https://lnkd.in/g2P9Dvvu

WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING. JULY 30TH.......SUPPORT THE CAUSE Child trafficking has various underlying causes, including poverty, lack of support for unaccompanied minors amidst rising migration and refugee movements, armed conflicts, dysfunctional families, and inadequate parental care. Efforts to combat child trafficking have so far proven ineffective. It is crucial to implement comprehensive strategies to safeguard vulnerable populations and assist children who have fallen victim to trafficking. This necessitates collaborative actions on both national and global scales. Governments need to make the protection of children a top priority by enhancing legislation, bolstering enforcement mechanisms, and allocating additional resources to combat child trafficking.

Before we try to educate, we must understand refugee trauma. https://bit.ly/3KFmeUE

Breaking the Silence: Hayati’s Transformative Work in Refugee Communities Sexual violence is not just a violation—it’s a trauma with far-reaching impacts. Through the Hayati program, STARTTS is taking a bold step to address this within refugee communities in Southwest and Western Sydney. Co-designed with local leaders and ambassadors, Hayati is more than a project—it’s a collective movement empowering individuals to prevent and address sexual violence. By blending lived experiences, cultural practices, and education, Hayati creates safe spaces for dialogue and change. Over six weeks, participants learn to recognise risks, nurture healthy relationships, and develop community-driven solutions. With voices like Ambassador Asmaa Yousif saying, “They were waiting for this opportunity to express what was on their minds,” Hayati is planting seeds for generations to come. Read the full story and learn how this program is driving resilience and hope: https://lnkd.in/gMxPf5au #HopeAndResilience #PreventingViolence #STARTTS