GIST-T (Global Initiative for Stress and Trauma Treatment)

The GIST-T project intends to help expand current efforts to scale up trauma treatment. Its initial focus has been on frontline workers—humanitarian aid workers and peace operations personnel—utilizing the recently developed Confronting Stress and Trauma Resource Kit. That focus is now being widened to include other traumatized population groups.

Why frontline workers? They deal with situations caused by violent conflicts and natural disasters. They are frequently exposed to traumatic events and circumstances. Increasing their resilience, and attending to their trauma symptoms, will support their ongoing capacity to perform their challenging duties.

ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS  The Global Initiative for Stress and Trauma Treatment (GIST-T) is at present an unincorporated association in France.

SOURCE: Global Initiative for Stress & Trauma Treatment