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Submission Number: 24
Submission ID: 24
Submission UUID: 836fd2a1-e9dd-4078-9d38-e49cbecd95e5
Submission URI: /2023/abstracts
Created: Wed, 05/17/2023 - 11:17
Completed: Wed, 05/17/2023 - 11:26
Changed: Tue, 08/08/2023 - 09:25
Remote IP address: 152.106.99.154
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Abstract
Presenters
Ms.
Matela
Minenhle
University of Johannesburg
Minenhle is a Social Work Internship Facilitator and Social Work Supervisor at the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Humanities, Department of Social Work and Community Development. She is also the Project Manager and Researcher at the Southern African Policy and Development Nexus (SAPDN) and Social Work Coordinator at the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI). With an Honours Degree in Social Work, a qualification in Advanced Project Management, a Leadership Programme, and a Master of Management in Governance specializing in Development and Economics, Minenhle is passionate about creating positive change through Human and Social Development. She is committed to driving policy reform and promoting economic empowerment to achieve her goals of a better world for all.
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Abstract
Promoting Resilience and Human Rights: Integrating Psychosocial Services in Adverse Events and Trauma Recovery
THEME 1: Promoting stakeholder partnerships that protect, support and enhance resilience during adverse events and trauma
SUB 1.1The role of psychosocial services during adverse events and resultant trauma from a Human rights perspective
Oral Presentation
This conference paper explores the importance of psychosocial services in addressing adverse events and resulting trauma from a human rights perspective. Adverse events, such as natural disasters or conflicts, can profoundly impact individuals and communities, leading to significant psychological distress. The paper emphasizes the principles of dignity, non-discrimination, and equitable access to services, arguing that a comprehensive and culturally sensitive approach to psychosocial interventions is necessary to address the unique needs of affected individuals and communities. The paper also highlights the importance of community engagement, empowerment, and participation in designing and implementing psychosocial interventions. By integrating human rights principles into psychosocial services, the paper advocates for a holistic and rights-based approach that fosters resilience promotes recovery and safeguards the rights and well-being of those impacted by adverse events and trauma.
Keywords: Resilience, Human Rights, Trauma, Psychosocial Services.
Keywords: Resilience, Human Rights, Trauma, Psychosocial Services.
Reviewer ONE Feedback
Prof
Thulane
gxubane
Yes
Practice
Rejected
Reviewer TWO Feedback
Prof
Mariette
van der Merwe
Yes
Practice
Rejected
