John-Mark Iyi

#IJR hosted a workshop on: The Importance of appropriate Mental Health Support for Peacebuilding in the African Region. As conflict-affected communities across Africa continue to navigate complex histories of violence and displacement, it’s crucial to recognise that peacebuilding cannot be sustained without addressing the deep psychological wounds left behind. This workshop is focused on equipping practitioners with trauma-informed psychosocial tools that are culturally sensitive, community-based, and rooted in the lived realities of those affected by conflict. The workshop draws on IJR’s latest resource – A Training Manual and Handbook for Trauma-Informed Psychosocial Peacebuilding – which provides an accessible framework for integrating mental health into transitional justice, social cohesion, and reconciliation efforts. This initiative reinforces IJR’s commitment to African-led, context-specific peacebuilding that not only focuses on institutions, but also the hearts and minds of individuals and communities. 🔗 Read more about the handbook and the broader peacebuilding approach here: bit.ly/3G4vlzg #Communityhealing #Peacebuilding #IJRturn25