American Friends of NATAL, along with our other partners in the U.K. and Switzerland, were formed in order to build a bridge between foreign communities and Israelis that are dealing with trauma as a result of war and terror. Friends of NATAL organizations take it upon themselves to create and spearhead initiatives that support these individuals from near and far, whether by collecting donations or by forming partnerships with local communities to raise awareness of NATAL’s mission. Through these efforts, NATAL has been able to continue its important work in assisting countless Israelis with their mental health needs. Friends of NATAL organizations, in tandem with NATAL Global, also work to bring NATAL expertise in trauma prevention and rehabilitation to their countries, assisting first responders and mental health professionals in their training to address trauma related issues. These partnerships have allowed countless communities to become better prepared for emergency situations, such as the gun violence in Chicago and the war in Ukraine. Together, working side by side with one another, we can build resilience and support across the globe.