This image depicts a close-up of a person wearing a light blue surgical mask, overlaid with glowing outlines of virus particles, visually representing the pervasive nature of the COVID-19 pandemic. The person’s eyes convey a contemplative or concerned expression, highlighting the significant mental health and emotional challenges individuals faced during the 2020 lockdown. This visual serves as a poignant reminder of the widespread psychological impact of global crises, emphasizing the need for robust trauma-informed tools and systemic frameworks in supporting vulnerable children and their carers.

