The human brain is the central engine of overall physical, emotional, and social well-being. However, substance use disorders and unaddressed mental health conditions directly impair neural pathways, executive function, and decision-making capabilities. Key Evidence-Based Insights Strengthening Local Capacity through Workforce…
Date: July 30, 2026 Category: Capacity Building & Public Health Advocacy The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK), in collaboration with CTFK AFRO partners, recently organized a high-level capacity-building training program focused on digital advocacy and strategic leadership. As an active…
As the Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO), we are immensely proud to have participated in today’s highly significant and impactful continental webinar. Organized jointly by the African Tobacco Control Alliance (ATCA) and the Africa Centre for Tobacco Industry Monitoring and…
As an active member of the National Tobacco Control Coordinating Committee, the Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) participated in the official introduction and review workshop for the Tobacco Control Data Initiative (TCDI) Ethiopia Dashboard. The forum was organized by the…
Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) has been officially selected as the host organisation for the International Society of Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals (ISSUP) National Chapter in Ethiopia! 🏆 This means new opportunities have opened for professionals in the field of substance…
ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – MCDO The Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) is proud to announce that it has been officially selected as the host organization for the ISSUP Ethiopia National Chapter, following a landmark agreement with the International Society of…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) is proud to announce a landmark continental milestone in its mission to advance public health governance, promote smoke-free environments, and strengthen regulatory compliance in Ethiopia and across Africa. Following a formal…
The drug problem transcends the boundaries of criminal justice. It is deeply intertwined with public health, sustainable development, and the fundamental rights of individuals. Therefore, it requires a collective response—one that brings together governments, communities, health professionals, and every citizen.…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, MCDO 📊 Global Drug Crisis at a Glance According to the 2026 World Drug Report released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the global illicit drug market continues to expand at an alarming rate. The…