On March 11, 2024, the WelcomeCenter Saxony-Anhalt focused on mental health. In the online seminar "Self-care and mental hygiene for full-time and volunteer workers in migration work," counselors came together digitally under the guidance of certified psychologist Anja Weise from Magdeburg. They discussed topics such as "empathy burnout" and its symptoms, as well as ways to recognize overload at an early stage and to take care of oneself in the spirit of mindfulness. Specific questions were discussed in small groups in a protected space and experiences were shared.
The seminar was aimed specifically at full-time and volunteer workers in Saxony-Anhalt who are involved in migration work. Counseling and support work in this area comes with many challenges – whether it's the constant confrontation with clients' upsetting stories or personal involvement in difficult fates.
If you are interested in similar events or would like to find out more about other support services for regional activists, please feel free to contact us. You can also find tips for dealing with challenging counseling situations in our information center.
