The College of Education at Al-Mustaqbal University Organizes an Awareness-Raising Interactive Seminar on Psychological First Aid and Crisis Mitigation Mechanisms The College of Education at Al-Mustaqbal University, represented by the Departments of Educational and Psychological Sciences and English Language, is organizing an educational and awareness-raising interactive seminar entitled “Psychological First Aid and Crisis Mitigation Mechanisms.” The seminar coincides with the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, observed by the United Nations on October 13 each year. The seminar will be delivered by Prof. Dr. Sahira Qahtan, Assistant Lecturer Ruqaya Wahab, and Assistant Lecturer Mohammed Obaid Zabbar. The seminar aims to shed light on the psychological dimensions of crises and disasters, emphasizing that their consequences are not limited to material losses and damage to infrastructure, but also extend to the mental health of individuals and communities. Mental well-being is considered a fundamental element in strengthening resilience, confronting challenges, and coping with the aftermath of crises. The seminar will also address the concept of Psychological First Aid in accordance with the principles adopted by the World Health Organization (WHO), explaining the “Look, Listen, Link” approach, as well as highlighting the key mechanisms for providing psychological support and protection to students of different age groups during crises and disasters. These efforts aim to enhance students' sense of safety and psychological stability.