The YumaKids Foundation will annually present its intervention model as part of the Master's program in Clinical Psychology at Javeriana University in Bogotá, Colombia, led by psychologist and psychoanalyst Hilda Botero. The collaboration between the foundation and Javeriana University has a long history and aims to deepen therapeutic alternatives in the field, beyond theory.
In the current intervention, on May 31, 2025, the YumaKids Foundation participated with the Master's program in Clinical Psychology at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, with the goal of presenting its intervention model aimed at minors who are victims of armed conflict in Colombia. The intervention, based on principles of children's mental health and applied psychoanalysis, was presented to students and professionals in training, as well as to faculty and supervisors of the master's program.
The Master's program in Clinical Psychology at Javeriana University has a history of collaboration with organizations that work in the psychological care of vulnerable populations. In this context, the participation of the YumaKids Foundation reinforces the transfer between academic theory and clinical practice focused on children affected by armed conflict, promoting comprehensive approaches that consider trauma, resilience, and psychosocial repair.
In Colombia, it is estimated that about 18–25% of children and adolescents exposed to armed conflict experience some mental disorder, which corroborates the need for evidence-based interventions and inter-institutional coordination for children's mental health. Moreover, the demand for mental health services in the country has shown an annual growth of approximately 6–8% in recent years, highlighting the importance of sustainable and scalable approaches in the sector.
In the mentioned collaboration, the YumaKids intervention model was presented, emphasizing the phases of assessment, intervention, and follow-up, with special attention to ethics, confidentiality, and the involvement of caregivers and communities. A discussion was held on tools and strategies adapted to the Colombian context, aimed at promoting mental health among minors who are victims of conflict. The exchange of knowledge between master's students, faculty, and foundation professionals, with an emphasis on methodological robustness and the sustainability of interventions, generated an environment of reflection on challenges and best practices in clinical care and coordination with social and health services.
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