Amna Refugee Healing Network

In recent months, children in Lebanon have faced fear and uncertainty, their lives disrupted by conflict and crisis. Our partner Laban is creating safe spaces where children can express their emotions, release the weight of their experiences, and rediscover joy ✨ Through theatre, storytelling, and creative expression, they are finding their voices again and rebuilding a sense of safety. In times of crisis, play and expression are not just important—they are essential for healing 💛 👉 Watch how Laban is supporting children’s mental health through art and creative expression.

⏳ Our Syria MHPSS Training is Just Around the Corner! ⏳ With millions of Syrians facing displacement, trauma, and uncertainty, the need for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) has never been greater. At Amna, we’re equipping frontline workers with creative community healing activities to help individuals and groups regain their inner safety and resilience. 👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to build your skills and make a lasting impact! 📅 Date: 17th March 2025 📍Location: Online | Arabic ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Syria time) This introductory training will cover: 🔸 Supporting survivors of displacement and detention 🔸 Trauma-sensitive approaches to care 🔸 Reducing stigma and strengthening community healing 🔸 Practical and creative tools for self-care If you are a frontline worker in Syria, this training will provide critical skills to support communities through crisis and recovery. 🔗 Register now or contact us for more details: https://ow.ly/EIl550VfsM2 Image: Ahmed Akacha #amna #amnahealing #Syria

This Women's Day, we honor the unwavering resilience of Afghan women, those who have been displaced and those living under Taliban rule who continue to fight for their rights, their voice, and their future. Despite immense challenges, they refuse to be silenced. Their stories are a testament to strength, courage, and the enduring spirit of women everywhere 💜 🌸 Diwa’s Story: Diwa, a journalist who dreams of bringing light to Afghan women’s stories has a message of resilience and defiance for Afghan women. “Our problems are big, but we cannot lose hope. We must stand up, keep fighting, and keep moving forward.” She calls on the international community, particularly the UN, to do more than watch. “We want to work. We refuse to be invisible. Please allow us.” #internationalwomensday #womensday #afghanistan

This Women's Day, we honor the unwavering resilience of Afghan women, those who have been displaced and those living under Taliban rule who continue to fight for their rights, their voice, and their future. Despite immense challenges, they refuse to be silenced. Their stories are a testament to strength, courage, and the enduring spirit of women everywhere 💜 Latifa who worked as a police woman in Afghanistan before the Taliban took over, called on the world to not leave Afghan women alone. “We are also women, just like you. We have the same needs, hopes and desires as other women. We are no different. But we are surrounded by problems. My plea is for people to support Afghan women any way they can-financially, psychologically, emotionally. Because if you leave us alone in our struggles, we might lose all hope,”. #internationalwomensday #womensday #afghanistan

We’re excited to share that Dr. Feride Rushiti and the KRCT Kosovo Rehabilitation Centre for Torture Victims —a member of our Global Healing Network—have been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize! For over 25 years, Dr. Rushiti and KRCT have led the fight for justice and rehabilitation for survivors of wartime sexual violence in Kosovo, advocating for their rights and amplifying their voices on the global stage. KRCT has worked with us to contribute to strengthening psychosocial support for displaced communities, including Ukrainian refugees. This nomination is a powerful recognition of their tireless work and the resilience of survivors. Join us in congratulating Dr. Rushiti and the entire KRCT team on this incredible achievement! #nobelpeaceprize

We’re thrilled to share that Amna has been selected as a grantee of the ICONIQ Impact Youth Mental Wellbeing Co-Lab—a $200 million collaborative philanthropy fund supporting organizations addressing youth anxiety and depression around the world. With this grant, we will establish two Community Partnership Hubs in new geographies, working with 20 community organizations to expand access to trauma and identity-informed care. These hubs will provide funding and capacity-building to local organizations, supporting approximately 20,000 displaced people, with a significant focus on youth. This funding will also enable us to expand our Systems of Care and Global Healing Network, strengthening strategic alliances with INGOs, local and national governments, and key institutions to scale trauma and identity-informed care for young people globally. We will also invest in developing impact measurement tools to ensure our interventions lead to meaningful, lasting change for displaced communities. #YouthMentalHealth #Philanthropy #CollaborativePhilanthropy #YMWBCoLab

Ramadan is a time of community, reflection, and healing. A time to come together, to care for one another, and to hold space for rest and renewal. Wishing all who observe a peaceful and meaningful Ramadan. #HealingTogether

Coming Together for Refugees and Displaced People 🌍 The Global Healing Network (GHN) came together for the 2025 First Engagement Meeting, sharing our updated strategy, annual work plan, members’ updates, stories and achievements. The GHN is a global community of practice, learning, and advocacy for trauma-informed mental health and psychosocial support for refugees and displaced people worldwide. Together we are advocating for refugees and displaced people rights and access to MHPSS services globally. This year, we will have working groups focused on specific themes, challenges, or initiatives, enabling members to leverage their expertise while working together and toward shared goals. We will also organize capacity building workshops on the following: 🔸 Trauma-informed Practices 🔸 Monitoring and Evaluation for MHPSS. 🔸 Fundraising and Resource Mobilization 🔸 Advocacy and Storytelling Together, we’re shaping the future of refugee mental health support 🌱 👉 If you're interested in joining GHN or learning more reach out to us and stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to engage! #amna #amnahealing #displacement #healing

We need more and more of these type of techniques being spread everywhere to everyone who is in need. We do harm if we don’t. It’s simple, fast, cheap, and it works.

Launching our MHPSS Training for Frontline Workers in Syria After 14 years of crisis, Syrians are facing a new chapter—one filled with both hope and deep trauma. With detained survivors being released, families forced to return amid war, and communities stretched beyond capacity, mental health support is more urgent than ever. 👉 At Amna, we are responding. Our introductory MHPSS training will equip frontline workers in Syria with the skills to provide safe, trauma-informed support where it’s needed most. 🗓️ Date: 17th March 2025 📍Online | Arabic ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Syria time) Learn how to: 🔸 Support survivors of displacement & detention 🔸 Use trauma-sensitive approaches to care 🔸 Reduce stigma & promote community healing The skills you learn can be a lifeline for those who are struggling. 🔗 Register now or contact us for more details: https://ow.ly/hm0U50V8f1j Image: Ahmed Akacha #amna #amnahealing #Syria