Christian Aid urges INGOs to support trauma in repressive regions
Christian Aid Ireland commissioned research highlighting the severe psychological toll on civil society workers in Zimbabwe, Burundi, and Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. The report notes that activists face surveillance, harassment, and burnout, often without adequate mental health support. Christian Aid urges international NGOs to adopt trauma-informed practices, including co-developed local support, resilience training, and core funding for well-being. The organization argues that ignoring this hidden cost undermines justice efforts and calls for systemic changes to protect staff dignity and mental health in high-risk environments.