Networking – The theme in the www

This column is intended to put specialists, experts, institutions, networks, discussion circles and other interested parties in touch with each other through the world wide web. It should enable them to exchange views on a personal and professional level. At the same time, we hope it will help us find groups of experts so that we can arrange information sessions on site.

Experts, specialist groups and therapy centres
In Germany, as in many other countries – including the crisis areas themselves – there are experienced experts and specialist groups concerned with the consequences of war violence and trauma. They do research and publications on the subject, and also offer practical support and treatment. medica mondiale´s objective is to promote networking on an international and interdisciplinary level among those who are dedicated to helping survivors of sexualised violence. We hope to develop a broad basis of knowledge which can be passed on for the benefit of the women and girls involved.

Networks for work on psychotrauma
Link page – Fleeing and torture
Offers of continuing education
Information pool on therapy centres world-wide
(in preparation · please feel free to contact Karin Griese for specific information)

Pool of experts

medica mondiale is constantly working to build up a pool of experts for work on trauma. Its goal is to build up a network of specialists (such as therapists, gynaecologists, midwives, project managers and lawyers) . By participating in workshops, e.g., participants can become familiar with medica mondiale´s women-specific approach, have the opportunity of exchanging professional views, and can make themselves available for training or projects domestically or abroad. Interested women with several years of professional experience can download a questionnaire here to apply for membership in the pool of experts.
Pool of Experts

Continued education

An integral part of continuing education is meeting with other experts and exchanging views on a professional as well as on an informal level – which is nothing other than a deeper type of networking. In offering this list of institutions known to us, we are merely passing on information; we cannot guarantee for the quality of their work. Unfortunately, due to lack of resources, it is not possible to provide a list of recommendations. However, it is important for us to receive feedback on your experience with these various institutions. Our aim is to provide continuous basic and advanced training for on-site counsellors and internal specialists.
Continued education

Mailing lists

Widely circulated mailing lists of experts who exchange views on these subjects and are willing to pass on information are provided here. If you wish to get in touch with them or exchange views, here are the contact addresses.
Mailing lists

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