Three weeks from today, on November 7th, from 4:30 pm - 5:45 pm, Project Rebirth is partnering with H.E.A.R.T. 9/11 on a presentation at the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) 30th Annual Meeting - “Using Film as a Tool for Understanding and Overcoming Grief & Traumatic Loss - in Miami FL. If there is one universal experience all human beings share, it is the experience of loss. Whether resulting from a disaster of epic proportions or from events at a more local or personal level, the need to face life’s greatest challenges with personal resilience and strong community support is common to all. Yet so many people deny their own suffering and take the daunting journey through grief and trauma alone, feeling isolated and ashamed of their inability to feel whole and move on. Our workshop presenters propose to share Project Rebirth’s unique film content with conference participants in order to capture how a few individuals demonstrate resilience in the face of adversity. These films comprise the longest and most complete video record of human beings journeying through grief and trauma. They follow 9 individuals who suffered terrible losses on September 11, 2001. Conference participants will watch them battle grief, injury and post-traumatic stress over the course of several years. These films are now used in programs that empower viewers to confront and better understand their own battles with trauma and grief and to develop greater resilience for the future. Presenters Helen Rafferty (managing director, Project Rebirth) and Bill Keegan (executive director, HEART 9/11) will share their experiences healing communities affected by disasters or traumatizing conditions. The ISTSS Annual Meeting is a unique opportunity to learn the latest in traumatic stress research, hear about clinical insights and innovations, earn continuing education credits, and network with colleagues. The 2014 meeting in Miami will be the largest gathering of professionals dedicated to trauma treatment, education, research and prevention. More than 155 symposia, workshops, panel discussions, paper sessions, case studies and media presentations will be presented on a wide variety of topics related to traumatic stress. The event begins Nov 6 - 8, 2014. Register: istss.org/Home1.htm
Posted on: Fri, 17 Oct 2014 12:50:53 +0000
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