Mental health experts call for trauma prevention investment

“The loss and stress experienced during humanitarian emergencies cause fear and hopelessness and affect individuals’ capacity to cope,” Rukikaire stated.

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(L-R) Dr. Janviere Ndirahisha, Regional Director of ICGLR-RTF, Dora Byamukama, Regional training facility Research + Knowledge Production Expert/Senior Consultant (ICGLR-RTF) and Sharon Asiimwe, Administration and Program Officer (ICGLR-RTF) interact during a stakeholders’ engagement on mental health, psychosocial support and peacebuilding held at Imperial Royale in Kampala on Monday January 20, 2025. (Credit: Colleb Mugume)