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Trauma Rescue Aid TRAID

Trauma Rescue Aid (TRAID) is a grassroots non-profit organization founded in 2023 by a group of Sudanese refugees and a university student studying in Uganda. The initiative was emerged in response to the devastating conflict that erupted in Sudan on April 15, 2023, which forced countless families—including women and children to flee to neighboring countries such as Uganda, South Sudan, and Chad in search of safety.

We mobilized a group of friends to contribute small amounts of money to purchase food, clothes, and sanitary supplies for families in dire need.

Our volunteers conducted home-to-home visits, to the Sudanese families and guide them on how where to register for refugee status, and access other services that are available for the refugees.

In 2024, Trauma Rescue Aid (TRAID) secured formal registration as a legal entity with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), solidifying its commitment to creating impactful programs for the refugee community in Uganda.

We operates in key refugee hosting districts, including Mukono and kiryandongo refugee settlement in Uganda.

 

OUR OBJECTIVES

    1. Trauma Counseling and Psychosocial Support.

    TRAID provides trauma-informed counseling and mental health support to refugees and displaced individuals, focusing on survivors of sexual violence, torture, and other forms of abuse. The organization employs trained local counselors to ensure culturally relevant support.

    1. English Learning Programs for Adult Refugees

    Recognizing language barriers as a significant challenge for refugees, TRAID conducts English language classes to help Sudanese refugees integrate into their new communities and improve their livelihoods. These classes also serve as a tool for trauma healing and confidence building.

    1. Human Rights Advocacy

    TRAID documents human rights violations and provides legal support to survivors of sexual violence and torture. Advocacy efforts aim to amplify the voices of victims and ensure justice and accountability.

    1. Community Reconciliation and Peacebuilding

    Through dialogue, mediation, and community-led initiatives, TRAID promotes peaceful coexistence among refugee and host communities. These efforts aim to rebuild trust and create a shared vision for the future.

    1. Child-Friendly Spaces

    TRAID facilitates child-friendly spaces in refugee settlements, offering a safe environment for children to play, learn, and recover from the psychological impact of displacement.