Addressing the impact and trauma of migration

Migration presents challenges. Forced migration faced by many today - refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers and displaced persons - is especially challenging as they experience the stress, loss and pain of leaving home and integration into a new reality.  Migration also impacts those left behind as well as the receiving communities. Furthermore, teachers, social workers, resettlement specialists, mental/physical health care workers, law enforcement and others serving displaced persons often experience indirect (or secondary) trauma. 

Addressing the Impact and Trauma of Migration (AITM) seminars and resources are for those who have experienced migration stressors and adversity directly or indirectly. Understanding the impact of migration and having tools to respond are key to the wellbeing of everyone. Instead of burnout, disillusionment and harmful coping practices, tools are available for both groups to address trauma, repair relationships and build resilience. 

More about the seminar

The AITM seminar (and workbook) provides: 

• An overview of the stressors and trauma-producing events of the migration experience (left behind, leaving home, the journey, resettlement, service providers and new community) 

• An integrated framework for understanding the impact of trauma on the body, brain, beliefs and behavior of individuals and communities 

• An understanding of the on-going harm that results from psychosocial harms created during the migration process 

• Practical tools for addressing trauma, repairing relationships and building resilience which can be used personally and professionally.

• Access to follow-up coaching as needed. 

Cost: This seminar is provided on a sliding scale payment option to make it accessible to your financial possibilities. Please pay the amount you are able between $50 and $100. The payment will cover registration, materials, snacks and lunches.

Lodging: We have limited rooms available for $65/night on a first come, first serve basis.  

Contact immigration@mcc.org with any questions.