'Hope... In the Aftermath of War' looks at a veteran's journey towards healing
About this episode
The episode discusses a veteran's journey towards healing and the impact of trauma on familial relationships.
For many veterans, the transition back to civilian life can be difficult — especially when navigating trauma and loss. But, how can the emotional aftermath affect those closest to you? The documentary short, "Hope… In the Aftermath of War," which will have its world premiere at the 11th annual GI Film Festival. It looks at one veteran's struggles with trauma and addiction and how her familial relationships changed. Tuesday on Midday Edition, we hear from the filmmaker and an advisory committee member involved with the festival to talk about the challenges women veterans face when coming home — and the journey towards healing. Guests: Daniel Bernardi, director, "Hope… In the Aftermath of War" Keshia Javis Jones , advisory committee member, GI Film Festival; programs director, Foundation for Women Warriors Resources: Foundation for Women Warriors programs
People in this episode
Guests: Daniel Bernardi, Keshia Javis Jones
Topics covered
- veterans
- trauma
- addiction
- familial relationships
- healing
- women veterans
Keywords
- veterans
- healing
- trauma
- addiction
- familial relationships
- women veterans
- documentary
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Foundation for Women Warriors, GI Film Festival
Books & works: Hope… In the Aftermath of War
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