I am a qualified social and psychological support worker with over five years of experience working with children and adults affected by trauma. I have a strong understanding of the impact of trauma on mental and emotional health, and I am skilled in providing support and interventions that can help people to cope and heal.My skills include:Active listening: I am able to listen attentively and with empathy, providing a safe space for people to share their thoughts and feelings.Empathic communication: I am able to communicate in a way that is supportive and understanding, using language that is appropriate to the person's age and cultural background.Problem-solving: I am able to help people to identify and develop solutions to their problems, using a strengths-based approach.Group work: I am able to facilitate group work sessions, creating a safe and supportive environment for people to connect with each other and share their experiences.Activities in TurkeyIn Turkey, I worked with children and adults affected by the 2023 earthquake. My work included the following activities:Individual support: I provided individual support to children and adults, helping them to cope with the emotional and psychological effects of the earthquake.Group support: I facilitated group support sessions for children and adults, providing a safe space for people to share their experiences and connect with each other.Community education: I delivered community education sessions to raise awareness of the impact of trauma and how to provide support to people affected by it.Specific examples of my workI worked with a child who had witnessed the death of their parents in the earthquake. I provided individual support to the child, helping them to express their grief and develop coping mechanisms.I facilitated a group support session for adults who had lost their homes in the earthquake. The group members shared their experiences and provided support to each other.I delivered a community education session to teachers on how to support children affected by trauma. The teachers learned about the signs and symptoms of trauma, and how to create a safe and supportive environment for children.I am passionate about working with people affected by trauma, and I believe that everyone deserves to have access to the support they need to heal. I am committed to using my skills and experience to make a positive difference in the lives of people affected by trauma.