Trauma is complex, and there are times when our bodies react in ways we don’t expect. Normal reactions to trauma can feel confusing. CVT clinicians tell us that even if you feel fine after a difficult experience, there may be signs that your system is reacting to trauma - time for good self-care.

Volunteers in Tucson – can you help with driving? We need volunteers for CVT’s Proyecto Mariposa to drive clients to their clinical appointments in Tucson. The need is generally during workday hours for clients who don’t have any other way to access CVT services. Apply: www.cvt.org/get-involved...

Self-care tactics that work for one person may not be as effective for you. It’s helpful to find out what works and what doesn’t - making a self-care plan can help. Take the time to figure out what works for you. Healing is possible after trauma. Click for tips: www.cvt.org/resources/se...

It can take some time to become aware that you are experiencing impacts from a traumatic experience. Pay attention to body aches or insomnia – this can be your body’s way of alerting you that you’ve been through a serious situation. Start your self-care and be mindful of your physical health.

Over 200,000 people living in the U.S. currently are or are at risk of becoming stateless — not having nationality to any country in the world. Join us & @unitedstateless.bsky.social for a conversation on healing, citizenship & what it means to belong. July 22, 12 CT www.cvt.org/events/freed...

“Just as we saw in Minneapolis, where our clients have been terrorized by ICE agents, these violent and brazen acts are part of a fundamental assault on human rights,” said CVT's Alison Beckman after deadly shootings by ICE agents. Read more: www.cvt.org/statements/i...

CVT clinicians remind us that we need to pay attention to how our minds and bodies respond to stressful situations. Trauma is complex. Practicing self-care is important for people who have survived traumatic situations – and for everyone.

After state violence, people want justice & accountability. To create a solid pathway, it’s critical to look at what you want to achieve, your constraints, capacity & risks. Check out our evidence brief with tools for considering perspectives when choosing the approach: www.cvt.org/wp-content/u...

It takes time to heal after you’ve experienced something traumatic. CVT clinicians remind us that it’s important to allow the necessary time for this process. Check out our list of small and practical steps that help with coping and grounding while you heal. www.cvt.org/articles/how...

What does it mean to belong nowhere? For stateless people, lack of citizenship often means a lack of basic human rights. Join CVT & @unitedstateless.bsky.social for a conversation on citizenship, trauma healing & the right to belong: 7/22 12 pm CT. Register today! cvt.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

To honor Int’l Day in Support of Victims of Torture, CVT Kenya held events in Nairobi and Kakuma. Current and former clients along with staff, partners and community members commemorated the day with solidarity speeches, dancing, celebration and entertainment – check out photos from the events!

"What we are seeing today is possible because there has never been meaningful accountability for the legal and political architecture created after 9/11," said CVT's Yumna Rizvi in @folha.com on long-standing impacts of the U.S. government’s response to 9/11. www1.folha.uol.com.br/mundo/2026/0...

CVT colleagues participated in the annual Int'l Refugee and Migration Health Conference hosted by @refugeesociety.bsky.social. Staff shared insights on a behavior health care model as well as on the impacts of ICE immigration enforcement on clients and on CVT’s care program in St. Paul, Minn.

“This is a ray of light in a time of aggressive anti-immigration policy and action,” writes Yumna Rizvi as SCOTUS rules to uphold birthright citizenship. “We hope leaders continue to recognize the promises of America and the importance of humane and lawful principles.” www.cvt.org/statements/c...

Asylum seekers are legally present in the United States. Seeking asylum is a legal pathway to becoming a citizen.

Freedom from torture is among the most fundamental human rights. For healing and justice to be possible, the voices and perspectives of survivors must be centered. Watch “Still Here” by Anya Raza. #26June

“Survivors are not merely witnesses. They are rights-holders and agents of change,” write the authors of a civil society statement on the UN Int’l Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Read the joint statement here: www.cvt.org/statements/c...

Tomorrow is Day in Support of Victims of Torture, yet the Supreme Court issued 2 rulings with barriers to seeking safety in the U.S. “Our clients around the world found a way to seek safety from dangerous governments; it is outrageous to see the doorway to hope slam shut,” said CVT's Alison Beckman

How do victims of torture and state violence rebuild their lives and find hope? The Int’l Day in Support of Victims of Torture is Friday – watch our short film “Still Here” by Anya Raza about the experiences of survivors. Together we can work to restore hope & justice. www.cvt.org/campaign/sti...

As the Day in Support of Victims of Torture nears, we join survivors & partners to remind States that we need a #TortureFreeTrade Treaty to control the trade in goods used to suppress protests and abuse detainees around the world. Sign @amnesty.org petition now! www.amnesty.org/en/petition/...

What does it mean to survive torture and state violence? On June 26 we recognize the Int’l Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Watch our short film “Still Here” by Anya Raza and see how survivors approach healing and justice. Watch the film here: www.cvt.org/campaign/sti...

Healing from trauma is possible. Join CVT and learn about trauma-informed care from the experts. #Healing #TraumaSurvivors #TraumaInformedCare www.cvt.org

A reminder on World Refugee Day that everyone has the right to seek safety, no matter where they live. As we honor this day, we recommit to standing with people who are fleeing torture and persecution. All people deserve to be treated with dignity. #worldrefugeeday

CVT is hiring an Institutional Giving Officer to advance our institutional fundraising strategy by expanding and strengthening contributed revenue partnerships with private foundations and other philanthropic institutional funders. 100% remote in the U.S. Apply: dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePor...

Before being resettled into the United States, every refugee undergoes extensive vetting by U.S. government agencies. Refugees are lawfully present. They deserve to be treated with respect.

People who are on legal pathways to becoming a U.S. citizen have lawful presence in the country. This includes refugees and asylum seekers.

People say they want immigrants to come into the U.S. the “legal” way. There were legal ways to seek protection in the U.S., but those have been closed. The Refugee Admissions Program has been shut down, and asylum processes at the border are blocked. These pathways were slow, but they were legal.

CVT is delighted to welcome Jared Janeczko as vice president & CFO, bringing us a solid background in financial strategy and operational leadership. Join us in welcoming Jared! Read more: www.cvt.org/statements/c...

Torture is not only used against an individual. It is used to create fear within communities. When someone is tortured, people learn to be afraid. Loved ones learn to be silent. Fear spreads quickly and widely – people learn not to speak up. Learn more on our website about how to help survivors.

The vetting process that refugees undergo before being admitted to the United States is rigorous and involves many government agencies. Refugees are among the most documented people on earth. However, less than 1% of all refugees are ever resettled to the U.S.