Peace of Mind Foundation

Children in crisis zones face unimaginable trauma. Many see incomprehensible things, like friends and family members wounded or killed. Some are victims of violence and exploitation, often sexual. Events like these can condemn a child to a life of despair and darkness. Stuck in the cycle of trauma, many lose the ability to imagine, to play, to learn, to trust, and to hope. Anxiety, stress and anger difficulties have a devastating effect on development through childhood, school and into adulthood. Trauma also damages communities, collective healing, and reconciliation efforts. It can leave whole generations unable to move forward and live fulfilled lives. In 2019, 142 million children faced such horrors. Every year, this number increases. But treatment remains severely underfunded, leaving millions stranded, trapped in a life without hope. Peace of Mind Foundation is an NGO established in 2022 to provide mental health relief to war-traumatised children. We exist to provide relief and restore hope for young people affected by conflict, giving them the tools they need to work through darkness and despair. We find, fund and facilitate front-line organisations treating children through art (and) therapy. Through artistic expression, children can explore and navigate their traumatic experiences, addressing emotional issues through a creative outlet. The healing power of this process can be profound. We use the transformative power of art (and) therapy to free children from their despair, re-opening the possibility of a healthier, happier future.Art (and the creative process) is an incredible therapeutic tool. It allows children to reconcile their emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behaviour and addictions, develop social skills, reduce anxiety, and increase their self-esteem. Working with our partners, we bring this proven and effective mental health therapy to the children who need it most, all around the globe. Our work raises awareness of the need for his war-trauma therapy, ensures access for affected children, develops guidance and materials for therapy training, and supports young artists from conflict and catastrophe zones.Our Vision is a world in which it's possible for all children to overcome crisis-inflicted trauma, and achieve their full potential in life.