Building Resilient Organizations for Humanitarian and Development Assistance Field Workers
The International Disaster Psychology Program in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of Denver is delighted to host the Helper’s Fire II: Building Resilient Organizations for International Field Staff and Volunteers to be held in Denver, Colorado from May 18 through May 20. This international conference will bring together experts and practitioners in humanitarian and development assistance who are responsible for formulating the management systems, policies and procedures that support field staff working under conditions of severe stress. There will be a Pre-conference Institute on May 18 for those new to the field or for those looking for a historical perspective of previous Helper’s Fire work as well as a review of key resources and guidelines.
KEY ISSUES
The conference will address the following key issues:
- Staff selection
- Preparation and orientation
- Support during assignment
- Support after assignment
- Managing in crisis situations
- Response to critical incidents
- Developing measures for improved headquarters and field office management practices
Special thanks to the following supporting organizations and their contributing members
Rick Augsburger, Bree Hulme, Lisa McKay, Headington Institute
Deanna Beech, Psychologists for Social Responsibility
Lynne Cripe, Todd Hoskins, CARE
John Eherenreich, SUNY Old Westbury, Antares Foundation
John Fawcett, Save the Children
Sharon Forrence, Independent Consultant
Judith Fox, Janet Shriberg, International Disaster Psychology Program, University of Denver
Amber Gray, Restorative Resources Training & Consulting
Donna Read, ARD, Inc.
Drew Mitchell and John Sokorai, www.fathomcreative.com
