Get Involved

The Institute of Psychotraumatology (IPT) at LAU is a pioneering, interdisciplinary center committed to the research, clinical advancement, policy engagement and public education on trauma and its impact across the lifespan. The IPT focuses on developmental as well as war- and conflict-related trauma—intergenerational, collective and cumulative trauma—in addition to displacement and psychosocial healing in Lebanon and beyond.

We welcome engagement from graduate students, early-career researchers, clinicians, policy analysts, humanitarian staff, artists and scholars with a focus on trauma, mental health and psychosocial well-being. The IPT is also open to proposals for partnerships and collaborative projects with academic institutions, NGOs, research centers, government agencies and international organizations aligned with our mission.

Join the IPT as an Intern

If you are interested in joining the Institute of Psychotraumatology as an intern, please send your CV and a one-page cover letter to rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb.

Join the IPT as a Research Affiliate or Visiting Fellow

The IPT welcomes applications for Research Affiliates (1-2 years) and Visiting Fellows (6 months-1 year). Applicants should submit:

• A one-page cover letter outlining their intended research focus.
• A recent writing sample.
• A current CV.

Please send your application materials to rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb.

Partner with the IPT

The IPT is actively seeking collaborative initiatives with institutions or organizations interested in:

• Joint grant proposals or research projects.
• Training programs or certification modules.
• Specialized trauma-focused workshops or seminars.
• Seasonal schools (summer, autumn, or winter).
• Public lectures, webinars, or academic conferences.

To propose a collaboration, please submit a one-page pitch to rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb to request a meeting.

Join the IPT Advisory Committee

The IPT benefits from the guidance of an international Advisory Committee composed of scholars, clinicians and policy experts in the fields of trauma, psychodynamic psychotherapy, public health and humanitarian action.

If you are interested in serving on the Advisory Committee or nominating a potential member, please reach out to rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb with a brief statement of interest and CV.

Support the Work of the IPT

The IPT is actively seeking donors and institutional supporters to help advance its mission in trauma research, clinical innovation, and regional healing. Contributions help fund:

• Community-based trauma interventions.
• Training for early-career clinicians and researchers.
• Public awareness and psychoeducation campaigns.
• Research on trauma and resilience in vulnerable populations.

To explore donor opportunities, please contact rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb for a confidential discussion or to request a giving prospectus.