The content of my recommendations is guided by the principles of the following thinkers, theories and terms.
The social determinants of health; the significance of broader societal and economic factors that influence health outcomes.
Trauma Informed Recovery; the intrinsic link between body and mind, the psycho-somatic effects of trauma and the use of this knowledge to inform practices and policies.
Polyvagal Theory; acknowledging the value of the autonomic nervous system's role in social behaviour, trauma response and emotional regulation.
I have produced a column titled ‘Building Collective Capacity for Solidarity and Healing Among Displaced People in Colombia’ for the (KI-TSRC), view it here.
Restorative Justice; addressing collective harm through community engagement, reconciliation and active involvement in healing processes.
‘restorative practice’
In the context of this report, references to 'restorative practice' relate to the facilitation of relationship repair through dialogue, accountability and empathy and of co-regulation to restore social cohesion.
'communities affected by the intersectional impact of displacement, trauma, and barriers to psychosocial wellness’
Refers to migrant and refugee populations, survivors of traumatic experiences such as violence, loss and marginalisation, and those at risk of poor health due to myriad social determinants such as isolation, poverty and limited social protections.