Substance Use Disorders (SUD’s)

MCDO Drug prevention

Youth Mental Health and Substance Use in Ethiopia: Challenges and Potential Solutions

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…

MCDO Participates in the African Union’s “Training of Master Trainers for University‑Based Youth Engagement in Drug Prevention” – A Promising Step for Ethiopia and Africa.

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…

MCDO, Executive Director Elias Kalayu Completes International Tobacco Industry Monitoring Course with Distinction.

MCDO news Title:Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) Executive Director Elias Kalayu Abrha Completes International Tobacco Industry Monitoring Course with Distinction IntroductionMr. Elias Kalayu Abrha, Executive Director of Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) and a longstanding advocate for community health and…

MCDO, MOU with EFDA and others

A historic milestone as the Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) signs a nationwide MoU with the Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the National Tobacco Control Steering Committee.

Historic Milestone: Meqoamia Community Development Organization (MCDO) Signs a Nationwide MoU with the Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) and the National Tobacco Control Steering Committee. ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA — In a historic milestone destined to elevate the role of…