The National Council for Women has organized an advanced workshop titled **“Positive Psychology for Working Under Pressure”** as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of services provided to women and girls who have survived violence.
The training targeted nursing supervisors working in Safe Women Units at university hospitals and was implemented within the framework of the project supporting Egypt’s National Strategy for Combating Violence Against Women. The initiative aims to strengthen the capabilities of healthcare and psychological service providers while improving support systems available to survivors.
Supporting Frontline Healthcare Professionals
During the opening session, Dr. Amal Philip, Medical Sector Advisor at the Coordinating Unit for Combating Violence Against Women, emphasized that the workshop was designed in response to the growing professional and emotional pressures faced by healthcare workers who provide care for survivors of violence.
She highlighted the critical role Safe Women Units play in delivering initial psychological support and assisting women during challenging circumstances. As a result, continuous investment in staff development and specialized training remains essential to ensure professionals are equipped to manage both professional and emotional challenges effectively.
## Prioritizing Mental Wellbeing in Healthcare
The workshop underscored the importance of protecting the mental health of healthcare professionals, recognizing that caregiver wellbeing directly influences the quality and sustainability of services provided to survivors.
Organizers stressed that strengthening psychological resilience among frontline workers enables them to perform their responsibilities more effectively while maintaining their own emotional wellbeing.
Practical Strategies for Resilience and Self-Care
The program featured contributions from psychologist Nada Abdel Aal and brought together key representatives from the Coordinating Unit for Combating Violence Against Women and the National Council for Women.
Participants explored a range of specialized topics, including:
* Preventing professional burnout
* Managing workplace stress effectively
* Practicing self-care and emotional wellbeing
* Developing positive thinking strategies
* Enhancing integrated psychological support skills for survivors of violence
These practical tools are designed to help healthcare providers maintain resilience while continuing to deliver compassionate and high-quality care.
Encouraging Knowledge Sharing Across Egypt
The workshop welcomed nursing representatives from Safe Women Units in several governorates, including Dakahlia, Minya, Sharqia, Kafr El Sheikh, Cairo, Alexandria, and Ismailia.
By bringing together professionals from different regions, the event created an opportunity for participants to exchange experiences, share best practices, and discuss challenges encountered in supporting survivors.
Advancing Women’s Support Services
The initiative reflects ongoing national efforts to strengthen services for women affected by violence and ensure that support systems remain responsive, professional, and sustainable.
Through specialized training programs focused on mental health, resilience, and professional development, the National Council for Women continues to invest in the people who provide critical care and support, ultimately helping improve outcomes for women and girls across Egypt.
