Survivor Heroes Heal Lives and Landscapes Throughout the World

Authors

Ken Rutherford, Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at JMU (CISR)Follow

Abstract

Landmine and traumatic-accident victims and their families face numerous recovery obstacles in any setting, but in a post-conflict setting resources may be scarce. Victims must deal with emotional and psychological trauma, often for years after the event. These challenges range from physical limitations and psychological aftermath to the economic impact on their livelihoods. Some victims take their traumatic experience—which is one in which the victim is terrified, afraid for him or herself as well as for others, temporarily helpless, humiliated, and isolated—and apply them to assisting other victims through activism and support.

Recommended Citation

Rutherford, Ken (2011) "Survivor Heroes Heal Lives and Landscapes Throughout the World," The Journal of ERW and Mine Action : Vol. 15 : Iss. 2 , Article 5.
Available at: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol15/iss2/5