American Friends of NATAL

"I believe in the power of people and learning about different opinions and then making them actionable. Then it’s divide and conquer. That’s what a reliable and empowered team is for – to take action and brainstorm ways to get it all done." Read more from this great interview with Maayan Aviv 🎗️for ideamensch https://lnkd.in/eEEp6UWh

Our "Voices of Resilience" Gala is fast approaching on Thursday, November 21st, in NYC. The demand for NATAL's trauma care services has never been higher. Now, more than ever, we need your support to continue our critical mission.   We invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening, where you’ll hear from NATAL’s head psychologist, Professor Rivka Tuval-Mashiach, and individuals whose lives have been transformed by our programs. Coming together with a community of dedicated supporters offers strength and solidarity in our shared commitment to NATAL’s vital work in Israel.   Be part of the action! Stand with us and help create real, lasting change. Your presence will make a difference, and together we can ensure that those affected by trauma receive the care they desperately need. For tickets, sponsorship or more information, please contact gala@afnatal.org

October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and today is World Mental Health Day. Conversations around managing stress and trauma are more crucial than ever. NATAL brings to light this invisible injury for people of all backgrounds, focusing on treating trauma alongside building community resilience. Read our mid-year report to learn more about NATAL's impact:  https://lnkd.in/eRCJnzXt 

shaked arieli, Head of the Career Development Unit, NATAL Israel Trauma and Resiliency Center was recently interviewed by Medium to discuss trauma, new circumstances and growth. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQ-s4nWB

The need for NATAL services has risen dramatically since October 7, 2023, making your support more crucial than ever. Our commitment has helped sustain our mission to offer essential mental health care to those in Israel facing unimaginable trauma. Continuing Our Flagship Helplines: The gateway to our clinical services, NATAL’s Helplines serve as a national lifeline for both civilians and IDF veterans. Since October 7th, more than 56,000 calls have been received by 168 trained Helpline volunteers. Available 24/7, these helplines provide essential support through personalized calls, both inbound and outbound, that offer therapeutic guidance and focus on self-care. Expanding Our Reach: NATAL is ‘Helping the Helpers’, partnering with organizations across Israel to train and empower professionals with tools to bolster and spread resilience. Since October 7th, our community outreach efforts include over 4,000 hours of interventions and multiple collaborations enabling us to reach more than 550,000 individuals. By fostering these networks of support, we are strengthening communities and ensuring that even more lives can be touched by the healing power of resilience. Instilling Hope and Growth: NATAL is dedicated to fostering post-traumatic growth, helping individuals not just recover, but thrive in the face of adversity.

The New Year reminds us that growth often follows hardship. By reflecting on past traumas, we move forward with renewed resolve, knowing that healing is not only possible, but within our reach. Shana Tova from ours to yours.

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NATAL is supporting those on the front lines of trauma care, building a healthier, more resilient future. Learn more at afnatal.org

There's still time to join ScienceAbroad's event this Sunday. Dr. Amichai Fluhr, a consultant and clinician for NATAL, will be presenting on a panel called “Navigating the Storm: Understanding and Treating Trauma and PTSD." Tickets can be found here: https://lnkd.in/d8MSZujF

We are overwhelmed by the the powerful and impactful event last night in collaboration with Combat Antisemitism Movement. Read more about our forum here: https://lnkd.in/gUjk4KXV Adela Cojab, JD Dity Brunn (AFN Board Member) and Liat Sade-Sternberg, Journey4Hope Photos by: Shoval Tshuva