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Strong evidence indicates that trauma-informed school practices hold significant promise for enhancing children’s well-being and academic success. Research on trauma-informed school practices has expanded greatly in the past five years, with the publication of 15 systematic reviews included in this summary. Eleven of these reviews found positive outcomes, including reduced trauma symptoms, better behavior, and…
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Resettlement service providers carry an extraordinary responsibility in supporting refugees and newcomers through trauma, uncertainty, and major life transitions. While the work is demanding in any context, today’s shifting environment adds another layer of complexity as policies and public conversations around immigration continue to evolve. Amid these challenges, providers remain steadfast in their commitment to…
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Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) is a spectrum of support services available to refugee and newcomer clients. Services can range from broad social-emotional support, via wellness groups and creative activities, to clinical behavioral health interventions focused on reducing symptoms of mental illness. MHPSS services can be embedded in resettlement, integrated into health clinics, provided…
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The Society of Refugee Healthcare Providers organizes the International Refugee & Migration Health Conference (IRMHC), which is the largest refugee health conference globally. Annually, IRMHC brings together health care professionals, resettlement and service providers, researchers, community members, students, policy makers, and public health professionals. The 2025 IRMHC was hosted in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and…
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WHAT WILL THE WEBINAR COVER? Many mental health screening tools are designed and tested with Western patients and clients in mind, and do not take into consideration how mental health problems present or are perceived within varying cultural contexts and communities. To provide truly effective mental health care and service referrals, screening must be…
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Mental health services in the United States can be challenging to access and navigate for many individuals. For refugees and newcomers, these challenges are often compounded by additional barriers related to language, stigma, and the stressors of displacement and resettlement. While there are no easy one-size-fits-all solutions, there are meaningful ways you can support clients…
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Hosted on September 4th, 2025, the training was delivered by Jenna Christie-Tabron, LMSW, MFT, Senior Training Officer, Switchboard and Megan Rafferty, MA, LPC, LAC, Mental Health and Wellness Training Officer, Switchboard. While filled with hope and possibility, resettlement can be an extremely stressful process. Newcomers often face unfamiliar systems, new employment, high living costs, cultural…
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This Settle In video helps newcomers understand emotional health and wellness as they adjust to life in the U.S. It explains what emotional wellness means and how it affects all parts of life, including relationships, work, physical health, and decision-making. The video introduces five ways to support your emotional health, including being mindful, connecting with…
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Moving to a new country is a major life change, and stress is a normal feeling. This Settle In video explains how to manage stress and provides practical tools to help newcomer families build resilience and support their well-being. This video covers: • How to recognize common physical and emotional signs of stress in adults…
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The second in a two-part series, this Settle In video guides newcomers through the next steps of their mental health care. Building on Part one, this video answers two key questions: “How do I find the right support?” and “What should I expect?” This video covers: • How to choose a provider: A guide to…
