The Recovery Process for Those Affected by Terrorism

 Terrorism is characterized by the use of violence against innocent civilians, with the explicit intention of creating terror or panic within a population. The ultimate goal of terrorism is to advance ideological agendas, which may be rooted in political, religious, social, racial, or environmental influences.

The violence and tragedy of terrorist acts can leave people and families with lasting trauma. This trauma is a result of the sudden and violent disruption of their lives. The aftermath of a terrorist attack is therefore one of intense suffering, apprehension, and grief, and the recovery process can be long and challenging.

Families affected by terrorism deal with different struggles in their journey to recovery, meaning the right support and resources for their healing process is essential. The recovery process is unique to each individual, as while some may recover quickly, others may take years to process and heal from their trauma.

Acknowledging and understanding the trauma experienced is a crucial step in the recovery process for terrorism-affected families. By acknowledging their trauma, individuals can begin to accept what has happened and start the process of recovery. Additionally, understanding the complexity of trauma can help individuals recognize the different ways it may be affecting them and seek appropriate support.

The recovery process for families can be greatly aided by mental health specialists. Through therapy sessions, individuals can get the resources they need to process their emotions, communicate effectively, and be enabled to develop healthy coping mechanisms. Group therapy sessions may also serve as a beneficial means to provide individuals with a supportive community of people who have shared experiences.

A variety of therapeutic and rehabilitative settings use art therapy as a technique of self-expression and healing. The impact of terrorism and disaster on children can be lessened by art therapy, according to research. Children affected by terrorism may find it challenging to articulate their feelings and experiences in words.

Art therapy provides an alternative form of communication that allows children to create a visual representation of their thoughts and emotions, which can help them process their experiences and begin to heal. The creative process can also be an avenue for relaxation, focus, and meditation. Furthermore, violence and terrorism can cause a sense of loss and confusion in children about who they are. Art therapy can help children explore and express their identity, values, and beliefs. Through creative activities, children can reconnect with their interests and strengths, which can help them rebuild their sense of self.

Community support is a vital part of the recovery process for persons impacted by terrorist attacks. This may be in the form of emotional and psychological support, financial assistance, housing support, or legal advice. Families affected by terrorism may be facing significant financial burdens, and community members can help alleviate some of these pressures by providing financial support. Housing support can be provided by offering temporary accommodation to families who may have been displaced due to the event. Legal advice can be provided to help families navigate the legal system and access the support and resources they need. The support of friends, family, and other members of the community can provide a sense of comfort and unity with those impacted by terrorism.

Individuals affected by a terrorist attack may struggle with sentiments of rage, resentment, and a desire for vengeance. Forgiveness, however, can provide a means to healing and moving forward. In this sense, forgiveness does not mean forgetting the events that happened, but entails letting go of negative feelings and shifting toward a positive viewpoint. People who have been harmed by terrorism can better regain control and influence over their life by forgiving those who have hurt them. Forgiveness in the healing process can be very challenging, however, because the effects of terrorism inevitably entail a great deal of misery and pain.

Disaster Tech Wins 2022 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award

 A New York-based investor with experience in executive leadership positions, Roger Coleman owns Coleman Ventures & Coleman Group Partners in NYC. In addition, he serves as the chief strategy officer of Disaster Tech in Washington, DC. In recognition of Roger Coleman and his company’s disaster preparedness work, Microsoft honored them with its Partner of the Year Award for Disaster Tech’s integration of Azure, Microsoft’s cloud system, in its software.

The Partner of the Year Awards recognize companies of all sizes for creating new products and services that utilize the entire spectrum of Microsoft’s offerings. To reflect the continual technological advancements originating in the private sector, Microsoft does not maintain a fixed list of categories each year. Instead, it grows the list to address evolving uses for technology in the workplace. In 2022, examples of new categories included the Compliance Award, which celebrates novel cybersecurity measures, and the Operational Excellence Award, for the logistical importance of running a company smoothly.

In 2022, over 3,900 nominees applied across 126 countries. Microsoft first announced the finalists and honorable mentions on its website in June, then publicized the winners at its Microsoft Inspire conference.

About Disaster Tech's DICE Platform

 An investor who donates his profits to charities chosen by his partners at Coleman Ventures & Coleman Group Partners in NYC, Roger Coleman is also the cofounder and chief strategy officer for Disaster Tech. With the assistance of colleagues with military and government experience, Roger Coleman’s New York firm developed its DICE (Decision science Integrated Collaboration Environment) platform.

When a disaster occurs, a company’s disaster preparedness team can use the DICE platform to alert the rest of the company. Using quantitative and visual data from academic and government sources, the team can explain the type and scope of the disaster, and list any company assets in imminent danger. The platform can also alert employees to damage to critical assets.

To expedite communication, DICE is compatible with the most commonly used work productivity apps and services. Teams can import PDFs and raw data from DICE’s dashboard into Microsoft Teams. They can also email or text employees directly within the app, in case other communication methods are nonoperational.

Charity Navigator Names Tuesday’s Children a Four-Star Charity

 New York Resident Roger Coleman owns Coleman Ventures & Coleman Group Partners in NYC. He also serves as president and chief strategy officer of Disaster Technologies Incorporated in Washington, DC. Roger Coleman of New York is also a cofounder of the charitable nonprofit Tuesday’s Children.

A reaction to the 9/11 terrorist attacks of 2001, Tuesday’s Children supports families of fallen soldiers and others who have suffered personal losses in miliary conflicts, terrorist activities, or mass violence. In 2022, Charity Navigator confirmed Tuesday’s Children as a “4-star” charity.

Charity Navigator lists each of the 1.6 million American nonprofit organizations that are currently registered with the Internal Revenue Service. However, it only bestows a perfect 4-star rating on the top 25 percent.

A mark of trustworthiness in the eyes of donors, a perfect rating on Charity Navigator requires far more than simple transparency. While 80 percent of its organizational evaluation is focused on accountability and finance, it also devotes 10 percent of its analysis to leadership and adaptability and 10 percent to culture and community.

The 2022 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards

 The owner of Coleman Ventures & Coleman Group Partners, and the chief strategy officer for Disaster Tech, Roger Coleman allocates part of his company’s profits to charities chosen alongside his NYC partners. In 2022, Roger Coleman and his colleagues at Disaster Tech received recognition at Microsoft’s partner of the year awards for the firm’s creative application of Azure, Microsoft’s primary cloud-based platform.

The partner of the year awards recognize Microsoft partners’ innovative use of the entire suite of Microsoft products. Its total number of categories expand every year, to meet changes in the private sector and technological advances. In 2022, for example, Microsoft added the compliance and operational excellence awards to celebrate companies’ use of Microsoft products to address novel cybersecurity and operational challenges, respectively.

The 2022 event offered the largest and most diverse nominee pool, with over 3,900 entrants from 126 countries. After announcing the finalists in June, the winners received their awards at Microsoft Inspire, a two-day event in July that brought together Microsoft personnel and the company’s partners.

Disaster Tech Highlights Employees’ Giving Tuesday Contributions

 A dedicated philanthropist, Roger Coleman is a NYC investor who supports charitable organizations in New York and beyond. The co-founder of Disaster Tech, Roger Coleman ensures that his firm devotes an annual blog post to celebrating its employees’ participation on Giving Tuesday.

Disaster Tech’s team of former government workers and military veterans empowers the company to create powerful, practical disaster preparedness solutions. Its platform, Decision science Integrated Collaboration Environment (DICE), integrates data aggregation and visualization tools with commonly-used apps like a company’s intranet and Microsoft Teams, to inform employees before, during, and after a disaster. Its systems alert disaster managers when an asset suffers damage, the severity of that damage, and any relevant information from local and federal authorities.

In line with its founders’ and employees’ roots, Disaster Tech’s employees share the organizations they donate to on Giving Tuesday. Many support military veterans’ reintegration into civilian life, like Operation Second Chance (OSC). Other groups draw on employees’ prior experience as firefighters or first responders. Nonprofits like Team Rubicon provide disaster relief when larger, government agencies cannot access an area, while the Jack and Jill Late Stage Cancer Foundation (JAJF) provides emotional support to children with a parent receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.

Project Common Bond - A Tuesday's Children Initiative

 

Roger Coleman is the CEO of Coleman Group Partners, an organization engaged in impact investing for social and geopolitical causes. He is also the president of Disaster Technologies Incorporated, where he facilitates comprehensive industry and company market analyses, as well as valuations. Roger Coleman is heavily involved in Tuesday's Children, an organization geared towards victims of terrorism, military conflict, or mass violence.

Project Common Bond is a Tuesday's Children program that seeks to equip young people worldwide between the ages of 15 and 22 with leadership and social skills. More specifically, it is suited for young people recovering from the loss of a loved one to terrorism, mass violence, war, or their lingering effects.

During the program, facilitators expose participants to the concepts of conflict resolution and peacekeeping. Participants also get involved in sporting activities, music, and drama to aid healing and to foster social skills such as teamwork, empathy, communication, and negotiation skills.

Project Common Bond comprises a summer session and a winter session. It is also a pathway to other Tuesday's Children programs, year-round, as well as reunions. These programs offer more interaction opportunities for participants as potential global leaders.