Resources

This section includes practical guides, tools, and reference materials designed to help individuals and communities rebuild strength, stability, and wellbeing in post-conflict environments.

IASC Guidelines on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings

Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC), 2007 · PDF guideline

Foundational global guidelines outlining minimum multi-sectoral actions to protect and improve mental health and psychosocial wellbeing during humanitarian emergencies.

Training of Psychotherapists in Post-Conflict Regions: A Community Case Study in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Beckmann et al., Frontiers in Psychiatry, 2022 · Open-access article

Describes a community-based approach to training psychotherapists in a post-conflict setting, highlighting curriculum design, supervision structures, and local capacity building.

Integration of MHPSS in Post-War Transitional Justice: A Case Study of Sri Lanka’s 2016 Public Consultations

Salih et al., 2025 · Journal article

Explores how mental health and psychosocial support considerations can be integrated into transitional justice processes, drawing on public consultations around reconciliation mechanisms in Sri Lanka.

Healing Minds, Building Peace: Why MHPSS Matters in Crises and Recovery

Interpeace, 2025 · Web article

Argues for placing mental health and psychosocial support at the centre of peacebuilding, linking individual healing to social cohesion, trust, and long-term recovery from violence.

The Mental Health Manual (MHPSS Training Pack)

ABAAD – Resource Center for Gender Equality, 2017 · Training pack (PDF)

A structured training package for MHPSS personnel working in emergency settings, covering core concepts, practical skills, and facilitation materials for workshops.

Culture, Context and the Mental Health and Psychosocial Wellbeing of Syrians

UNHCR, 2015 · Report (PDF)

A detailed review for MHPSS staff working with Syrians affected by armed conflict, emphasising cultural factors, displacement experiences, and implications for psychosocial support.

Integrating MHPSS and Peacebuilding: A Mapping and Recommendations for Practitioners

IASC Reference Group on MHPSS in Emergency Settings, January 2024 · Guidance (PDF)

Provides a global mapping of initiatives at the intersection of mental health, psychosocial support, and peacebuilding, and sets out practical recommendations for practitioners working across these fields.

Doing What Matters in Times of Stress: An Illustrated Guide

World Health Organization, 29 April 2020 · Publication (PDF)

A practical, illustrated guide that provides simple, proven stress-management strategies for people facing adversity. Designed to be accessible across cultures and education levels.

Emergency Toolkit: Self Help Plus (SH+)

WHO / MHPSS.net · Stress-management course · Web resource

A group-based stress-management intervention designed for adults affected by adversity. Includes facilitator manuals, participant materials, and implementation guidance.

PFA for Complex Reactions: Panic

MHPSS Hub · Short training video series

A series of six short videos co-designed by the Palestine Red Crescent Society and the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub. The videos depict real-life crisis situations and demonstrate how professionals and community members can effectively respond to mental health needs during emergencies.

Trauma-Focused ACT: Extra Bits

Russ Harris, 2021 · Practical ACT tools (PDF)

A collection of supplementary techniques and worksheets for practitioners using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with trauma-affected individuals.

Taking Care of Yourself

UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia · Web guidance

A concise set of practical tips for managing stress during difficult times. Covers grounding, routine, self-compassion, and emotional regulation.

Training Guide: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies

MHPSS.net / Global partners · Training resource

A comprehensive training package addressing key concepts, facilitation methods, and practical tools for delivering MHPSS in emergency contexts.

Restorative Practices: Explained

International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) · Web article

A clear introduction to the science of relationships, community connection, and restorative approaches for strengthening trust and communication.

Circle Way Guidelines

The Circle Way · Web guidelines

Foundational principles that support safe, participatory, and trust-building circle processes across cultures.

Circle Process

Mediators Beyond Borders International · Web article

An introduction to using circle processes in conflict literacy, community dialogue, and collaborative problem-solving.

Essential Elements for Constructing the Circle

Kay Pranis · Restorative Practices (PDF)

A practical outline of the core components, values, and structural elements needed to facilitate safe and meaningful circle dialogue.

Convening Circles in a Good Way

University of Victoria · Facilitation guidance (PDF)

Guidance for creating inclusive, culturally grounded circle environments that support trust, listening, and mutual respect.

Handbook for Facilitating Peacemaking Circles

European Forum for Restorative Justice · 2019 (PDF)

A comprehensive handbook covering philosophy, structure, and facilitation methods for peacemaking circles across communities.

Supporting Guardians of Unaccompanied Children: Guidelines for Listening Circles Facilitators

EASPD · GUIDE Project · Facilitation guidelines (PDF)

Practical guidelines for designing and facilitating listening circles to support caregivers and guardians of vulnerable unaccompanied children.

The Art of Powerful Questions

SPARC BC · Facilitation tool (PDF)

A practical guide for facilitators on crafting questions that deepen reflection, support dialogue, and strengthen group learning.

Fostering Dialogue Across Divides

Essential Partners · Published 11 December 2019 · Dialogue resource

A resource offering structured methods to promote meaningful dialogue across polarized groups, supporting understanding and connection.

Suggest a Resource

If you know of practical, evidence-informed resources that could support hope, healing, or resilience in post-conflict settings, we would be grateful to hear from you. This might include guidelines, training materials, research, or community-based tools.

Please email Grant with details of the resource (including title, link, and a short description), and we will review it for inclusion on this page.