LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
1. Determine the relevance of MHPSS concepts and principles in DRRM Planning, resource manage-
ment and advocacy activities;
2. Demonstrate knowledge in applying MHPSS concepts and principles in LDRRM planning, resource
management and advocacy activities before, during and after emergencies; and
3. Develop an action plan in implementing MHPSS.
I. ACTION PLANNING
We have reached the last module of our training. It features a very important step in synthesizing our
learnings. By learning how to integrate mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) in the DRRM
Plans of organizations, service responders are a step closer to ensuring a holistic approach to disaster
response. This session should give you an opportunity to articulate the provision of MHPSS in concrete,
realistic, achievable, detailed, measurable, and sustainable terms, to facilitate action.
Action Plan
Develop an Action Plan in Implementing MHPSS. Follow the format on the next page. Submit your work
in the “Action Plan Submission Bin.”
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ANNEXES
Rapid MHPSS Assessment Tool:
The Tool for Rapid Assessment of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings
was developed by the National Center for Mental Health to provide immediate assessment of the vul-
nerable population and relevant resources in the first 24 hours of onset in mass emergencies and di-
sasters.
Link: [Link]
Instructional Guide on the Use of the MHPSS Assessment Tool:
This document provides a background and steps on how to use the Rapid Assessment Tool for Mental
Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings.
Link: [Link]
Philippines Children’s MIRA:
This document is developed by Save the Children Philippines, endorsed by the Department of Social
Welfare and Development, to guide humanitarian actors in conducting Multi-Cluster/Sector Initial
Rapid Assessment for Children.
Link: [Link]
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