Protection

Effective Social Protection in Conflict: Findings from Sudan

This insightful working paper by the Institute of Development Studies delves into the conflict sensitivity of social protection in Sudan…

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Beyond consultations – a tool for meaningfully engaging with women in fragile and conflict-affected states

‘Beyond Consultations‘ is a tool for promoting women’s meaningful engagement in decision-making processes in fragile and conflict-affected states. The tool…

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Development of a multi-layered psychosocial care system for children in areas of political violence

This paper describes a multi-layered psychosocial care system for children in areas affected by political violence, which was implemented in…

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November 05, 2023 | Lina Hemmeda, Alaa S. Ahmed, Maryam Omer
Sudan’s armed rivalry: a comment on the vulnerable healthcare system catastrophe

This paper discusses the healthcare system crisis in Sudan due to the ongoing armed conflict. The conflict has destroyed the…

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The role of zakat in the provision of social protection: a comparison between Jordan and Sudan

This working paper compares the role of zakat in social protection in Jordan, Palestine, and Sudan. It explains that zakat…

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Posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma, and reconciliation in South Sudan

This study examines the relationship between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, and attitudes towards reconciliation in the context of the…

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Promoting Darfuri women’s psychosocial health: developing a war trauma counsellor training programme tailored to the person

This article provides evidence-based guidelines for developing a culturally relevant and cost-effective approach to mental health care for Darfuri women…

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November 01, 2023 | Belkys López, Hazel Spears
Stabilizing abyei: trauma and the economic challenges to peace

The report offers recommendations for sustainable development in the region, with a focus on supporting local African initiatives for peace,…

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Self-care resources

Albeit developed for humanitarian negotiators, this web page contains several resources for aid workers who are working in highly stressful…

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November 01, 2023 | Sophie Zermatten
Caring for carers (documentary)

“Caring for Carers” is a documentary about the mental health of humanitarian workers. It delves into the emotional impact of…

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