A Project of the Center for Victims of Torture

Step 1

Build a common

Define the

Step 2

AND

KnowYourself

Know YourOpponent

Know theTerrain

From Sun Tzu—the Art of War

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

Resources & Allies What is your vision and

goals?

What are your strengths and limitations?

Who are your allies?

KnowYourself

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

1. Identify theProblem

5. Develop aplan of action for implementation

2. Build a Common Vision

3. Define the TerrainUsing “Tactical Map” &

“Spectrum of Allies” tools

4. Explore & Select Tactics

Using participants’ experiences & NT resources

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

New Tactics – 5 Stepsto Tactical Innovation

KnowYourself

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

1. Identify our problems and concerns

Examples of issues that would need more focus

• Corruption

• Discrimination

• Environment

• Housing

• Migration

Examples of issues that would need more focus

• CORRUPTION: Corruption in local government building permits

• DISCRIMINATION: Discrimination against people with handicaps during election processes

• POLLUTION: Water contamination from an industrial plant causing illness in a nearby community

• HOUSING: Housing dislocation due to a development project

• MIGRATION: Abuse of migrant domestic workers

1. Identify theProblem

5. Develop aplan of action for implementation

New Tactics – 5 Stepsto Tactical Innovation

2. Build a Common Vision

3. Define the TerrainUsing “Tactical Map” &

“Spectrum of Allies” tools

4. Explore & Select Tactics

Using participants’ experiences & NT resources

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

2. Build a VISION

Why do we need a VISION?

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

When does a VISION become a GOAL?

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

ANSWER:

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

The Journey…

KnowYourself

The Center for Victims of Torture—New Tactics in Human Rights Project

Taking care of your best resource:

YOU

The “SUDS” scale

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

What is Stressful For You?

HIGHStress

LOWstress

Stress Warning Signs and Symptoms

Mind (Cognitive) Symptoms

Emotional Symptoms

Body (Physical) Symptoms

Behavioral Symptoms

ABCs of Self Care

A = AWARENESS

ABCs of Self Care

B = BALANCE

ABCs of Self Care

C = CONNECTION

What can HELP?

Things that influence your stress tolerance level

• Your support network

What can HELP?

Things that influence your stress tolerance level

• Your sense of control

VERYIMPORTANTDECISIONS

TO MAKE

HIGHDEGREE OFUNCERTAINTY

STRESS

What can HELP?

Things that influence your stress tolerance level

• Your attitude and outlook

What can HELP?

Things that influence your stress tolerance level

• Your knowledge

and preparation

What can HELP?Things that influence your

stress tolerance level

• Your ability to deal with your emotions

What can I do?

• Start the day with a relaxing ritual.

What can I do?

• Eating, Exercising, and Sleeping

SLEEP

What can I do?

• Set boundaries.

What can I do?

• Take a daily break from technology.

Set a time each day when you completely disconnect (turn off your phone, laptop, TV, etc.)

What can I do?

• Nourish your creative side.

Creativity is a powerful antidote to stress.

Resume a favorite hobby, start something new, do something you enjoy.

Summary

Coping with stressRemember:

A = Awareness

B = Balance

C = Connection

The best way to cope with stress is also unique to EACH person.

Assignment

Read the materials on Self Care Develop a self care plan Read the materials for Lesson 3

Before our next session: