Course Overview

MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING OF ADOLESCENTS IN DISASTER-IMPACTED SETTINGS
Duration: 3-4 Days November 4th to 7th 2025

Course Fee: $ 750 per person
Venue: Meridian Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

Target Audience: Humanitarian workers, educators, healthcare professionals

Day 1: Understanding Adolescent Mental Health
• Psychological Impact of Disasters on Adolescents
• Common Mental Health Disorders & Behavioral Issues
• Trauma-Informed Care & Psychosocial Support

Day 2: Intervention Strategies & Support Systems
• Building Resilience in Adolescents Affected by Disasters
• Psychological First Aid (PFA) & Counseling Techniques
• Role of Schools, Families & Communities in Recovery

Day 3: Policy & Program Implementation
• Mental Health Policies & Legal Considerations
• Integrating Mental Health Support in Disaster Response Programs
• Workshop: Designing a Mental Health Response Plan

Day 4: Practical Case Studies & Action Planning (Optional)
• Real-Life Case Studies & Lessons Learned
• Interactive Role-Playing & Scenario-Based Training
• Developing Individual Action Plans

Kindly confirm your participation with:
The Training Coordinator
Capacity Africa Institute
Email: workshops@capacityafrica.org
Website: www.capacityafrica.org