Healing the Wounds of Trauma

EMQ » April - May 2026 » Volume 62 Issue 2

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Summary: In 2001, a small group met in Nairobi to put together materials to respond to traumatized people in war zones across Africa. This program and its materials have spread around the world. First, the history and development of the program are presented. Then, the article reports research findings on the program’s effectiveness in relieving trauma symptoms, developing spirituality, and increasing coping skills. The article closes with insights into why this approach has been so successful.

By Harriet Hill

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