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Grassroots experience of supporting victims and survivors�

Reintegration is the process of recovery and economic and social inclusion following a trafficking experience.

It includes:

settlement in a safe and secure environment,
access to a reasonable standard of living,
mental and physical well-being,
opportunities for personal, social and economic development,
access to social and emotional support.

Central aspect of successful reintegration is that of empowerment, supporting victims to develop skills toward independence and self-sufficiency.

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Three phases of reintegration

The first phase:

Initial crisis intervention - Accommodation and preliminary assistance (0 -6 months)

The second phase:

Transition phase including semi-independent living (7 – 12 months)

The third phase:

Reintegration and social inclusion - Independent living (12 – 36 months)

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Services provided for the victims of trafficking

A full package of reintegration services D&E offered at each of these three stages to VoT, including shelter and community services:

Accommodation, security, and reintegration plan;
Immediate medical assistance;
Intermediation/facilitation with the family of origin;
Assessment and psycho-social counselling;
Support and legal assistance;
Assistance to register and attend schooling;
Professional training;
Social activities and mentoring;
Counselling and support for employment;
Financial support and long term accommodation;
Information on available services in the community and respective contact information;
Employment programs aiming to create jobs;
Assistance and support for the children of the victims of trafficking;
Monitoring and ongoing follow up of the beneficiaries of the program.

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PHASE I – Initial crisis intervention - Accommodation and preliminary assistance

The assistance given to the beneficiaries during this phase consist mainly on:

Identifying and addressing her – and her children’s needs, security, medical, psychological needs etc.

Helping beneficiary in improvement of emotional state and psychological wellbeing

Preparing her for the next stages of the reintegration process.

The compilation of the reintegration plans through individual interviews and counseling

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PHASE II – Transition phase including semi-independent living

The assistance given to the beneficiaries during this phase consist mainly on:

Support for housing for those that can not go back to the family;

Employment support;

Finding access to community resources;

Counseling;

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PHASE III: Reintegration and social inclusion - Independent living

Providing reintegration assistance to the family and community where the beneficiary resides;

Information on resources and services available in the community, providing necessary contacts;

Support them with a map of services;

Assistance to the beneficiaries in strengthening relationships with other services providers institutions in the community;

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Participation of Survivors

Program design
Program Implementation
Monitoring & Evaluation
Strategic Planning of organization
Peer support and mentoring
Advocacy
Research
Advisory Board
Prevention

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Benefits of participation

Enhanced their self-esteem, confidence and an increased sense of ‘empowerment’
A better understanding of sexual violence/trafficking and its consequences.
Reducing self-blame
Enhanced feelings of ‘safety’ and ‘freedom’
Peer support developed, understanding, solidarity and connectedness.
Increased their ability to identify risks regarding themselves and others.
Enhanced their awareness of rights and participation.
Enhanced their competencies including communication, presentation, team/project work and advocacy skills.
Reported a sense of personal and professional growth

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