Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Training
Starting on:
Apr 4, 2023
Ending on:
Apr 6, 2023
Moderator(s):
Dr. Eric Kimbui
IOM Migration Health Physician/ Psychiatrist
Venue:
IOM MHAC NAIROBI 78 UN CRESCENT NAIROBI
Max Credits:
30 Points

Provider:
International Organization for Migration
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Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Training

Starting on:
Apr 4, 2023
Ending on:
Apr 6, 2023
Venue:
IOM MHAC NAIROBI 78 UN CRESCENT NAIROBI

Description

MHPSS TRAINING FOR KENYA MIGRANT HEALTH ASSESSMENT CENTRE (MHAC) STAFF

Objectives

13.00 – 14.00 pm MHPSS core concepts & human mobility • Definition of ‘MHPSS” • MHPSS needs of migrants, refugees & the resettlement process • IOM’s core principles for MHPSS 14.00 – 15.15 pm Taking a psychosocially-informed approach to your work at the MHAC • How to approach your role with increased sensitivity & awareness to protect & promote mental health 15.30 – 16.30 pm Communication skills & other basic supports • Additional skills for protecting & promoting mental health & wellbeing 16.30 – 16.45 pm Internal and external referral pathways • For those who need more focused or specialized support

Presenters

  1. Dr. Teresa Maclay
    Regional MHPSS Specialist
    IOM- The UN Migration Agency

  2. Dr. Lillian Bunyassi-Asuga
    IOM Regional Mental Health Focal Point
    IOM- The UN Migration Agency

  3. Dr. Eric Kimbui
    IOM Migration Health Physician/ Psychiatrist
    IOM- The UN Migration Agency

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