Panels & Workshops

Psychological First Aid for Activists with Dr. Elissa Epel & Annette Knopp

June 3, 2026
15:30-16:30

A collaborative session introducing core principles of psychological first aid tailored for high-stress environments. Participants will learn how to recognize signs of distress in themselves and others, offer immediate support, and respond with care in moments of emotional activation. Grounded in trauma-informed and science-based approaches, this session strengthens peer support capacity and reinforces resilience as a shared, collective practice.

Panelists

Dr. Elissa Epel

Dr. Elissa Epel

Professor at UC San Francisco; Leading Researcher on Stress, Resilience, and the Biological Impact of Adversity
Annette Knopp

Annette Knopp

Therapist, Meditation Teacher, and Co-Founder of the Blue Spirit Retreat Center in Nosara, Costa Rica

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