Healing Trauma
Heal trauma memories.
Tell your story.
We all need healing
Who are we?
The Institute of Healing of Memories has its roots in the turbulent era of apartheid, a time marked by profound suffering and injustice. Founded in 1998 by Father Michael Lapsley, our organization was born from a deep need to address the emotional and psychological wounds inflicted by this oppressive system.
His personal experience of trauma and his unwavering commitment to justice inspired him to create a space where others could begin their own journeys of healing. This vision led to the founding of the Institute of Healing of Memories.
From its inception, the Institute has been dedicated to healing the psychological and emotional scars left by apartheid and other forms of violence and oppression. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals and communities can share their stories, confront their pain, and work towards reconciliation.
Three Main Objectives
What do we do?
Healing
Everyone has a story to tell and every story needs to be heard. Through workshopping and community dialogue we create safe spaces for healing from traumatic memories.
Empowerment
Making new pathways possible by equipping individuals with the emotional tools to retake charge of their own lives.
Prevention
Equipping young people with the capacity and skills to address actions and attitudes that harm or destroy human dignity in their community
Healing Workshop
Our Reach
People with Disabilities
Military Veterans Participants
HIV/AIDS Participants
Refugee Participants
Prison Participants
Youth Participants
Stories of Healing
Meet Nobulali Bulure
Support Others Healing
Get Involved
Donate
Your donation sets the foundation for a healing journey that transforms lives. Together, we can make a meaningful difference
Volunteer
Volunteer to assist in the healing of communities and help create lasting change. Your efforts can bring hope and renewal to those in need.
Request
Request a Healing of Memories workshop, training or debriefing session for the mental health of your staff, interfaith community, community or students.
Our deep thanks to our Donors/Partners
