Transforming the Wounds of War

How can faith communities respond to the impact of trauma on returning veterans and their families?

Transforming the Wounds of War (TWOW) seminars educate religious leaders as they seek to support the emotional and spiritual wounds of returning veterans, their families and communities. TWOW is a program of the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) at Eastern Mennonite University which provides renowned trauma programs and resources for religious and community leaders.

TWOW expands on the Center’s work with the STAR trauma healing program and model.

Breaking Cycles of Violence

Violence leads to trauma; unhealed trauma leads to recurring violence against self and others. But, it doesn’t have to be that way. Individuals and communities can learn skills for addressing trauma, healing relationships and building resilience which improves the well-being of all.