Current network members:
Department of Psychology at the University of Oslo (PSI)
UiO is a public research university in Norway. It’s considered the country's leading university, one of the highest ranked universities in the Nordics and in the top 100 in the world.
The Department of Psychology is the oldest and largest research institute and educational institution in psychology in Norway, hosting many initiatives and projects.
Mental Health and Human Rights Info (MHHRI)
Located in Oslo, Norway, MHHRI is dedicated to improving the mental health of those exposed to severe human rights abuses in war conflict and natural disaster.
MHHRI caters to health care professionals, human rights advocates, and caregivers alike, and are grounded in the belief that access to information is important to create change for those exposed to human rights abuse.
Faculty of Psychology at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (TSNUK)
TSNUK is the most prestigious educational institution in Ukraine that has trained professional psychologists since 1967. It has been at the forefront in the field supporting traditions of classical academic psychological education and introducing the most up-to-date technologies to supply educational process and research devoted to the subject.
Institute of Social and Political Psychology of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (ISPP)
ISPP is a legal entity of state ownership, doing research and development in the field of humanitarian and social sciences, market research and the public opinion studies. It is a member of the Society of Psychologists of Ukraine, the Association of Political Psychologists of Ukraine, and the Sociological Association of Ukraine.
Solidarity Hub Members:
Beate Seibt, Chair
University of Oslo
"The Solidarity Hub enriches me personally and professionally by connecting me with inspiring colleagues and students who dedicate themselves to addressing the often-invisible mental health impacts of war. Together, we create a network for learning and support that serves students, teachers, and professionals working with war trauma, in the hope of contributing to stronger opposition to war and better care for those who suffer its effects."
Gulnaz Anjum, Co-Chair
University of Oslo
"It has been a great space for collaboration. I have had the opportunity to bring together research, practice, and solidarity to address the psychological impacts of war, trauma, and human rights violations. Working alongside such dedicated and compassionate Global-MINDS students, and colleagues has been both professionally enriching and personally meaningful, strengthening my commitment to applying psychology in the service of collective care, justice, and human dignity."
Nora Sveaass
University of Oslo, Mental Health and Human Rights Info
Elisabeth Langdal
Mental Health and Human Rights Info
"At MHHRI, we value the Solidarity Hub for linking us with engaged international students whose perspectives and energy bring fresh insight to our work. Collaborating with an academic institution also strengthens our organisation through shared learning and new opportunities."
Fernanda Rodrigues Costa, Administrator
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS
Reheimu Dilare, Administrator
University of Oslo
"I've enjoyed contributing to the Solidarity Hub and its projects because of its growth potential and the dedication of its members. The Hub has given me the space to learn, apply, and develop both my existing and newly acquired skills. Working alongside caring members and collaborators has been a meaningful and rewarding experience that has helped me grow personally and professionally."
Sara Utheim Hanna, Communications/media manager
University of Oslo
"Through my work in the Solidarity Hub, I feel as though I've been able to use and enhance both my psychological and professional skills to help people in causes that matter to me. Getting to work with and support psychological aid workers has been very insightful and rewarding."
Interns:
Elisa Cervi
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS
"Contributing to the Hub's activities has been a stimulating learning experience and a great opportunity to apply my psychological knowledge to contexts that are dear to my heart. It has allowed me to grow both on the professional and personal level through coming in contact with incredibly hard working, dedicated, and caring people."
Volunteers:
Eisha Mehtab
University of Oslo, Mental Health and Human Rights Info
"I am grateful to have the chance to apply my social psychological knowledge into applicable interventions with Solidarity Hub’s support. I got to work with Palestinians displaced in Egypt and that entire peer to peer training meant a lot to me. I hope Solidarity Hub grows to prosper and gives back as much as possible to people who need it the most."
Silvia Marcela Torres Gutiérrez
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS
"Being part of the Solidarity Hub has allowed me to connect my academic interests with practical initiatives that support vulnerable communities. I’ve valued the opportunity to collaborate with committed members while developing my skills in research, advocacy, and teamwork."
Martina Sorrentino
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS
"Working with the Solidarity Hub allowed me to meet likeminded people, committed to make a positive change in our current reality. It is a formative experience both humanly and professionally, that helped me grow as a mental health professional."
Tenzin Tsokyi
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS
Previous members:
Helen Suizu Norheim, Coordinator
CAMHS Oslo South, OUS, BUP Søndre Nordstrand
Aysenur Oz, Intern
Üsküdar University
"Throughout my period, which is around a month, my perspective widen in terms of world wide problems and actions about that. As I’m still new, I’m excited to do something with this Lab for everyone."
Yelyzaveta Chernova, Intern
Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM)
"I am inspired by the Solidarity Hub’s work and its contributions to urgent social issues, which aligns with my wish to support Ukrainians affected by war, especially women and children. For now, I am learning and helping with technical tasks, which I see as an important step before joining the team in person this December."
Valeria Guarnizo Pulido, Volunteer
University of Oslo, Global-MINDS