The first exchange within the FRID project is underway!

We have now had our first exchange of experiences within the framework of FRID – Facilitating Refugee Integration through Dedicated Mental Health Support. During the week, and through joint workshops with our partners from MIELI Mental Health Finland and Reach for Change, we have begun to delve into how we can improve and best meet the mental health needs of Ukrainian refugees in Sweden.

Funded by the European Competence Centre for Social Innovation, FRID is a community-driven initiative focusing on mental well-being.

Through FRID project we bring the TOIVO model developed by MIELI in Finland to Sweden, offering group sessions led by trained peers who understand the challenges first-hand and help participants support one another.

With the support of MIELI’s long experience of community-based, low-threshold support efforts, we have discussed methods and approaches that work in practice. The focus is on creating safe contexts, increasing accessibility to support, and strengthening individuals’ resources through community and guidance.

This is just the beginning – together, we are building sustainable paths to recovery and integration. 💙💛