منظمة إشراقات للتنمية تنفذ جلسة تدريب حول العنف وآليات الإحالة الآمنة والدعم النفسي الأولي

In cooperation with the Women's Department in Diwaniyah Governorate and under the supervision of Dr. Zainab Karim Al-Shahni, the department director, Ishraqat Development Organization conducted a training session on violence. The session focused on safe referrals and initial psychological support, utilizing positive storytelling as a practical tool to promote mental health and build psychological safety. The positive storytelling technique emphasized the positive aspects of human experiences and their wise conclusions, moving away from dwelling on pain.

This project is implemented by  Ishraqat Development Organization (IDO  ) with funding provided by Women for Women International (WfWI), supported by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)

 short stories highlighting successes and positive steps were shared.

 The trainer provided direct guidance to develop practical tools to support women, girls, and psychologically and socially vulnerable groups. The workshop aimed to build community bonds based on empathy and understanding, and to enhance self-confidence and community participation.

Women and men from various segments of the local community participated in the workshop, emphasizing the importance of community solidarity in creating a safe and supportive environment for women and girls, and supporting the establishment of a local women's alliance to ensure the sustainability of community initiatives and achieve a long-term impact.