The Color Of Dragons: Psychosocial Innovation In Post-War Sri Lanka

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2082

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Start Date

January 2015

End Date

January 2015

Abstract

The goal of this project was to better understand how psychosocial workers (PSWs) in the post- war state of Sri Lanka conceptualize, utilize and apply culturally appropriate systems of meaning and structure in their counselling process with individuals, couples, and families. Focused on understanding the direct experience of psychosocial workers (PSWs) who provide direct services to those affected by war, the research was designed, conducted, and analysed in collaboration with two NGOs in Colombo

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The Color Of Dragons: Psychosocial Innovation In Post-War Sri Lanka

2082

The goal of this project was to better understand how psychosocial workers (PSWs) in the post- war state of Sri Lanka conceptualize, utilize and apply culturally appropriate systems of meaning and structure in their counselling process with individuals, couples, and families. Focused on understanding the direct experience of psychosocial workers (PSWs) who provide direct services to those affected by war, the research was designed, conducted, and analysed in collaboration with two NGOs in Colombo