The Humanitarian

The Humanitarian is a small Australian based psychosocial/education support service for aid staff and agencies working in the international humanitarian sector.

[United Nations @UN]

Depression can happen to anybody. It is an illness, not a character weakness -- and it can be treated.

@WHO has guidance on steps to take if you, or someone you care about, is suffering from depression. https://t.co/wVrUnSC3VR

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

Lack of sleep reduces FIFO workers' alertness by 20 per cent on mine sites, study finds

[United Nations @UN]

Tips for good mental health:

🏋🏽 Exercise regularly
🍲 Eat healthily
😴 Get enough sleep
🍺 Limit alcohol intake
🗣 Talk about your feelings

More resources from @who on Monday's #WorldMentalHealthDay: https://t.co/JikWPQI7fG

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

When you notice your friend is struggling with their #MentalHealth, it might be difficult to find the right words.

Here are some dos and don'ts to get you started ⬇

#OnMyMind

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇Work affects #MentalHealth & well-being.

1 in 6 working-age adults are estimated to have a mental disorder.

Globally, 12 billion working days are lost every year on account of #depression and anxiety.

🆕 WHO recommended guidelines to protect #MentalHealthAtWork ⬇️

[UN Humanitarian @UNOCHA]

In 2021, 141 aid workers were killed while helping others – the highest number since 2013.

A reminder once again: humanitarians are #NotATarget.

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

DYK❓Environmental crises like climate change can affect our #MentalHealth & well-being, incl.

🙁 emotional distress
🙁 anxiety
😣 depression
😖 grief
😫 suicidal behaviour

On #WorldEnvironmentHealthDay, WHO staff explain why we need to bring mental health into #ClimateAction.

[Alessandra Pigni @mindfulnext]

What people say about my book: "A work of contemplation"/"Comforting and thought-provoking"/"First aid for the soul"/"For anyone subject to burnout"/"A wonderful, beautiful, healing book" https://t.co/Lf9RikKN8u #burnout #iamnotmyjob

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

A well conducted #OperationalDebriefing is an important link in the chain of #HumanitarianAction and #DeployeeWellbeing. Support staff to be trained, competent and confident. https://t.co/kr1bi0dyek

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

Humanitarian Aid Workers: The Forgotten First Responders https://t.co/NoyDPfX5Nk

[UN Peacekeeping @UNPeacekeeping]

Education is an important tool to #FightRacism.

Taking time to learn about the lived experience of others builds understanding and respect between people of different backgrounds.

Don't fuel the hate 🚫 Fuel the debate ✅ #PeaceDay

[UN Peacekeeping @UNPeacekeeping]

The world is ❌not ❌ on track to achieve gender equality by 2030.

The pandemic has disproportionately affected women & girls, limited services for victims of conflict-related sexual violence.

Let’s work together to get the world’s to-do list done! @UN #GlobalGoals #UNGA

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

A well conducted #OperationalDebrief is an important link in the chain of #HumanitarianAction and #DeployeeWellbeing. Be trained. Be competent. Be confident.

[R U OK? @ruokanyday]

You don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK? conversation. Listening and giving someone your time might be just what they need to help them through.

Our Conversation Guide contains tips on having an R U OK? conversation. Download it at https://t.co/h5Dhiscdjz #RUOKDay2022

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

Silent wounds: Exploring the moral and ethical challenges of COVID-19 https://t.co/8pg0XUNety

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

Support & Innovation: Improving Mental Health for Humanitarian Workers https://t.co/ThgfFwpgWb via @reliefweb

[Jan Egeland @NRC_Egeland]

The unacceptable cost of helping conflict victims: Over 140 aid workers killed last year serving the world’s most vulnerable communities – the most fatalities recorded since 2013.

[The Humanitarian @PsyHumanitarian]

Do you feel confident in your role as an #OperationalDebriefer? #OperationalDebriefingTraining for #HumanitarianStaff https://t.co/kr1bi0vHss

[AidEx Events @AidExGlobal]

What steps do aid organisations need to take to start addressing mental health and wellbeing of their staff?
⏰30 minutes to go before our panellists dive in & discuss the challenges that humanitarian aid employees face.
Don't to miss this! Register here - https://t.co/s1SkbxelbA

[IFRC @ifrc]

Staying connected with your loved ones protects your mental health.

Try to stay in touch with your loved ones while respecting covid-19 prevention measures.

#WorldMentalHealthDay