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Healing Together: The Impact of Peer Support Groups in War-Torn Ukraine
The war in Ukraine has cast a long shadow over the lives of its people. The constant threat of violence, displacement, and loss has taken a heavy toll on mental health, leaving many struggling with the invisible wounds of trauma. In the face of this immense suffering, peer-to-peer support groups have emerged as a beacon of hope, offering a vital space for Ukrainians to connect, share their experiences, and find solace in collective healing. One such initiative is Moe Kolo, a
Nicholas Mellor
Jan 5, 20245 min read


Nurturing Recovery, Purpose, and Growth amidst Trauma and Adversity
War wreaks havoc on societies, leaving individuals and communities struggling to come to terms with the brutalisation of their worlds. Often manifesting as post-traumatic stress, it can leave people in shock, or be triggered long after the event. In Ukraine, the need for psycho-social support far exceeds the availability of trained professionals, leading to research into ways of responding to the trauma in a way that can be scaled, across groups, communities and the country a
Olena Bidovanets, MD, MPH, and Nicholas Mellor
Nov 20, 20233 min read


Resilience, Peer-to-Peer Support, and the Journey of an Amputee
The road to recovery and rehabilitation for amputees is filled with physical and emotional challenges. Losing a limb is a profoundly traumatic experience, which is why resilience and peer-to-peer support play vital roles in their journey towards healing. In this blog post, we interview Mike Wildeman and delve into the significance of resilience, explore the power of peer-to-peer and social support, and discuss how these elements can help those wounded in the war in Ukraine le
Nicholas Mellor
Jun 19, 20233 min read


Rehabilitation Starts at Time Zero
The war in Ukraine has created an urgent need to find better ways to manage mass casualties, using the knowledge gained from conflict around the world. There is a need for reimagined pathways that create a more streamlined rehabilitation journey and results in better outcomes for the injured in a more cost-effective, resource and time-efficient way. At a time when Ukraine is stretched beyond limits and is dependent on external generosity, ways of enhancing the journey need to
Geoff Watson
May 29, 20234 min read


Geospatial Analysis: Understanding the Environmental Impact of the War in Ukraine
Geospatial analysis has played a crucial role in understanding the environmental impact of the war in Ukraine. Few areas of the Earth...
Nicholas Mellor
Mar 17, 20233 min read
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