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Human Rights Day: Advocating for Immigrants, Refugees And Their Right to Mental Health

By: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA Human Rights Day, celebrated annually on December 10, marks the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. This day serves as a reminder of the […]

The Double Minority Challenge Faced by Immigrants And Refugees with Disabilities

By Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA December 3 is International Day of People with Disabilities and in observance of this day, USCRI stands in solidarity with and supports the dignity, rights, and well-being of all people with disabilities, particularly those who […]

International Day of Tolerance

Difference is of the essence of humanity. Difference is an accident of birth and it should therefore never be the source of hatred or conflict. The answer to difference is to respect it. Therein lies a most fundamental principle of peace: respect for diversity. – John Hume   According to UNESCO’s Declaration of Principles on […]

International Day Against Violence & Bullying at School

By: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA   November 7th is International Day against Violence and Bullying at School, including Cyberbullying. In recognition of this important day, USCRI recognizes that violence and bullying at school is an infringement on children’s and adolescents’ […]

World Mental Heath Day: Spotlight on Occupational Therapy Services at USCRI Cleveland

By: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA In recognition of World Mental Health Day and the importance of prioritizing work to promote better mental health for refugees and other forcibly displaced populations, I would like to highlight the important work being done […]

Domestic Violence Awareness

  Written by: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we, at USCRI, want to highlight this significant public health and human rights issue that transcends borders and is associated with numerous health, mental health, social, […]

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY: MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE

by: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA October 10 is World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace. In recognition of this important day, USCRI would like to emphasize how integrally […]

National Suicide Prevention Month

by: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert   September is National Suicide Prevention Month and we, at USCRI, recognize suicide as a global and complex public health problem that touches the lives of millions of people across every community. We hope to raise awareness of this urgently important crisis, spread […]

Honoring Humanity: Celebrating World Humanitarian Day

Every year, on August 19, the world comes together to observe World Humanitarian Day, a day dedicated to acknowledging the selfless efforts of those who provide life-saving support in the midst of crises and disasters. This commemoration not only honors humanitarian workers but also raises awareness about the ongoing challenges faced by those in need […]

World Drowning Prevention Day

Written by: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA It takes only a few seconds – coupled with a lack of knowledge and skills – for someone to drown. However, with the right awareness and actions, those seconds can save a life, instead. […]