Based on findings and recommendations from extensive work with Syrian refugees in Lebanon and partners in Syria, ABAAD identified numerous growing needs in the fields of mental health and psychosocial support, GBV case management, and social cohesion within the emergency setting inside Syria. The Cross-Border programme was therefore established through consultative sessions and rapid needs assessments, resulting in a strategic work-plan.
The programme aims to enhance the coping strategies of communities across the different Syrian governorates through contextual tool development, capacity-building of sectoral professionals in the fields of mental health, psychosocial support, medicine, GBV, and CP, in addition to working directly with youth change-makers.
MAJOR PROJECTS UNDER Cross-border Programme
Gender-Based Violence Case Management in Emergencies
We have created an online, distance learning course on GBV case management in emergency and post-emergency settings, which social workers and front-liners working with survivors of gender-based violence can take, and receive a certificate upon completion.
Standardized Training Curriculum
Standardised training curriculum in two parts, psychosocial support through art (for individuals, youth, parents, and groups) for use in non-specialised settings, and mental health in emergencies techniques for mental health specialists, is being produced by a number of renowned experts in the relevant fields.