The Power of Knowledge in the midst of war: an Art of Living experience

The International Association for Human Values (IAHV) and the Art of Living Foundation are specialised in supporting mental health (MHPSS) and psychosocial wellbeing of refugees, war-affected populations, service providers and mental health professionals all over the world. Its unique added value in contexts of mass displacement are its self-empowering methods, scalable approach, evidence base and cost-effectiveness. The programs produce measurable results, including significantly reducing the symptoms of PTS, depression and anxiety, and improving the quality of life for individuals and communities.
The Peace of Mind project has made this approach available for 3.500 children and 2.500 adults from Ukraine to strengthen their mental health and psychological wellbeing. Thousands of Ukrainian refugees and displaced people in Europe are empowered with practical tools to release stress, improve sleep, calm the mind and increase their energy levels, resulting in improved coping capacity, resourcefulness, resilience and positive outlook on life.
The Peace of Mind project has also strengthened the psychosocial wellbeing and performance capacity of hundreds of service providers and mental health professionals, many of whom needed support to be able to continue supporting others.
Emerging from the traumas of war and displacement through their own journey of Healing, Resilience and Empowerment, 40 Ukrainian women have become trainers of IAHV’s workshops themselves. Inspired by the positive effects on themselves, they have been empowered with wellbeing, confidence and skills to pass on these techniques to others in need, in and outside Ukraine.
This project has increased awareness and interest in complementary, cost-effective and evidence-based methods to support the psychosocial wellbeing of large vulnerable populations in Europe with a view on more structural integration.
For more info, registrations and cooperation:
Website Peace of Mind Project: pmsh.iahv-peac...
Contact: [e-mail]
Website IAHV: www.iahv-peace.org