The consequences of the civil war in Liberia are still felt today: Many people are living with severe trauma, while at the same time there is a lack of adequate psychosocial services. There is a shortage of professionals, and professional support is often unavailable—especially in rural areas.
With this in mind, we are launching a new project to strengthen psychosocial care in the state. Together with our partner organization, the Lutheran Church in Liberia (Trauma Healing and Reconciliation Program, THRP), we are committed to establishing sustainable structures for trauma support.
The focus is on providing practical training to 20 employees who work in their communities. You will learn to better understand traumatic experiences and to provide targeted support to those affected. In addition to theoretical foundations, the focus is primarily on practical exercises, self-reflection, and developing personal resources for coping with stressful situations.
A key aspect of the project is mutual exchange: While we contribute our expertise in stabilizing trauma care, we also learn from our partners how community-based approaches can promote healing.
Between August 2026 and January 2027, participants will build on what they have learned through in-person meetings in Monrovia, regular online supervision, and peer exchanges. The goal is to strengthen psychosocial stability in the communities over the long term and to provide effective support to those affected.
