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A disease affecting people from all walks of life
The condition where technology controls a person
Individuals may be referred to addiction treatment centers if deemed necessary
Promoting mental well-being by coping with stress and recognizing abilities
One of the most widely abused substances globally due to nicotine addiction
Activation of the brain's reward pleasure mechanism by repeating a certain behavior
Complete well-being physically, mentally, and socially
A product containing vaporized nicotine reported as harmful.
1.85 million out of 3 million deaths in 2017 were preventable.
The process of recovery by combating addiction
Inability to quit substances despite knowing the physical and psychological harms
Risking something valuable in hopes of gaining something more valuable
The beginning of the body's purification process after quitting substance use
The process of reintegrating into society healthily
02.05.2025
Following the successful conclusion of the 8th Capacity Building Program, the International Federation of Green Crescent (IFGC) held the IFGC Forum on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Atatürk Cultural Center in Istanbul. The forum brought together representatives of Green Crescents from around the world to exchange expertise, explore best practices, and strengthen global collaboration in the field of addiction prevention and recovery.
The final day of the program was marked by the participation of the President of the Republic of Türkiye, H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. In his keynote address, President Erdoğan expressed his hope that the workshops, interactive sessions, and various activities conducted over the three-day program would yield fruitful and beneficial outcomes for all participants. He emphasized the importance of sharing knowledge and analyzing best practices in depth, describing the program as highly valuable. “Together with our Green Crescent, I wish continued success to each of the member organizations of the International Federation of Green Crescent, which operates in 65 countries,” he said.
During the forum, Country Green Crescent representatives had the opportunity to present their work and extend their well wishes to the President. Delegates from Green Crescent South Africa- Shuhaida Adam, The Jordan Anti Drug Society - Mousa Daoud, Conectados Pela Vida Fernanda Gabriel da Silva, Green Crescent Australia- Kazım Ateş, and Thai Green Crescent -Patimoh Nima gave regional presentations, sharing local insights and experiences. The event concluded on a high note, reflecting the strength of international solidarity for healthier generations.
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