Voices of Resilience
Project Description:
The project "Voices of Resilience" aims to address the mental health challenges faced by migrant communities from Arabic-speaking countries, particularly refugees, who encounter unique stresses. These challenges for displaced people from Arabic-speaking areas are often compounded by language barriers, social stigma, and a lack of culturally sensitive mental health practices. The initiative seeks to bridge these gaps by raising awareness and improving mental health literacy within the Arab migrant community through a culturally adapted approach. Key activities include creating educational podcasts in Arabic, organizing storytelling workshops for professionals and refugees, and developing resources such as a mental health professional's handbook. By providing platforms for refugees to openly share their mental health experiences and engage in supportive, stigma-free dialogue, the project aims to foster greater understanding of mental health within the community, ultimately contributing to improved integration and well-being for refugees in Europe and beyond.
Title:
Voices of Resilience: Navigating Mental Health as Arab Refugees
Project Acronym: Voices of Resilience
Name of Tender:
KA2 Strategic Partnership in the Field of Adult Education
Coordinating Body:
Agency for Mobility and EU Programmes
Project Holder:
Initiative - Centre for Education
Partners:
Storytelling Centre Amsterdam (Netherlands), Zone Femme (Belgium), Inclusio Oy (Finland)
Co-financed by European Union Erasmus+ Programme Funds