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Konterra Group | Wellbeing Resources for Staff in Active Conflict Zones: in English and Arabic

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Konterra Group | Wellbeing Resources for Staff in Active Conflict Zones: in English and Arabic

These resources from Konterra Group provide support and guidance for staff and line managers working in active conflict zones. They aim to support staff operating in isolated and hazardous situations to maintain resilience and look after their wellbeing as best as possible. The resources are available in English and Arabic.

The resources cover:

  • Common reactions after a traumatic event
  • Coping mechanisms when working in an insecure environment
  • Coping with crisis and self-care after a traumatic event
  • Guidance for staff in isolated and hazardous environments
  • Guidance for managers of staff in isolated and hazardous environments
  • Maintaining wellbeing during displacement
  • Managing stress during mandatory evacuations
  • 10 tips for managers to support their staff during evacuations, displacement, and shelter in place orders
  • Staying calm during an emergency

You can also find support from the following videos, developed by Konterra Group and Disaster Ready:

Ways to Stay Calm in an Emergency (English)

10 Tips for Supporting Staff After Traumatic Events (English)

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