Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -MCDO Theme: “Unmasking the Appeal – Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction” 1. Scientific Context: Why “Unmasking the Appeal”? The 2026 theme focuses on the deceptive “mask” the tobacco industry uses to hide the lethal nature of its…
The Intersection of Mental Health and Addiction: Global Perspectives & The Meqoamia Philosophy Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – MCDO At the heart of the Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) lies a transformative truth: A nation is its people. Furthermore, a person…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – MCDO At the Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO), we believe that the strength of a nation is not measured solely by its infrastructure, but by the mental clarity and cognitive health of its people. This belief…
Adiss Ababa, Ethiopia, MCDO Currently, alcohol use and its related health complications are a growing global concern. According to recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol is a major factor that impacts mental health far beyond just physical…
Currently, the intersection of substance abuse and mental health issues stands prominently among the social and health concerns in Ethiopia. This issue poses a national threat, as the productive youth segment of the population is the primary victim. A recent…
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Youth Mental Health and Substance Use in Ethiopia: Challenges and Potential Solutions April 21,2026 , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, MCDO Currently, the intersection of substance abuse and mental health issues stands prominently among the social and health concerns in Ethiopia. This…
Victoria, Seychelles | June 2–6, 2025 At a time when intensified drug prevention efforts are urgently needed, MCDO achieved a major milestone as its Expert representatives, Mr. Elias Kalayu Abrha (MCDO Executive Director) and Ms. Sara Deguma , participated in the…