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A recent study in the\u00a0South African Journal of Psychology<\/em> (2014) reveals the incredible potential of peer-led recovery groups, offering hope and healing where it’s needed most. This research, which forms the basis of training at GTHU.org, demonstrates a powerful, community-driven approach to overcoming the lasting effects of trauma.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”40px||70px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_sidebar area=”sidebar-3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|-1px||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n This study directly supports and enhances the training offered by GTHU.org and HHCI by showing real-world feasibility and positive outcomes from a peer-led, manualized program:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Join GTHU.org and be part of a proven, impactful approach to trauma recovery!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#414141″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”24px” link_text_color=”#353535″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nKey Discoveries & Benefits:<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>The Libyan trial shows that trained peers can deliver meaningful trauma recovery, reinforcing GTHU.org\u2019s model and HHCI\u2019s mission to decentralize care by empowering local helpers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/span>Results from the “Hope Group <\/span>(reImagine)<\/span>” validate the use of clear, replicable manuals \u2014 strengthening GTHU.org\u2019s course materials and giving HHCI evidence to promote standardized, scalable training.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/span>Demonstrated improvements when local leaders are trained confirm that GTHU.org and HHCI\u2019s emphasis on community engagement creates durable, culturally appropriate support networks.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/span>The paper gives both GTHU.org and HHCI empirical support to attract partners, funders, and trainees by showing the intervention\u2019s real-world impact.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n