23rd ALNAP Meeting
RedR has expanded its training programs to encompass Psychosocial Programming and the first of the training programmes being delivered focuses on Critical Incident Stress Management Training (CISM). RedR has developed the program, with funding assistance from ECHO and DFID, in order to address the psychosocial needs of staff in the Darfur region, especially in relation to critical incidents. Research has shown that people who are provided with education and skills for coping with stressful incidents are generally able to manage better. They will be able to recognize signs and symptoms of psychosocial problems earlier and will have an understanding of coping strategies. This process also normalizes symptoms and assists people in realizing when they may need to reach out for additional support.