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The International Green Crescent Federation (IFGC) and the Turkish Green Crescent Society jointly organized the webinar titled “Comprehensive Approaches to Alcohol Awareness and Reducing Stigmatization YEDAM’s Perspective” for Country Green Crescents operating across different regions of the world. The session was held online on 27 November 2025 in collaboration with YEDAM. The one-hour interactive session featured YEDAM Clinical Psychologists Hazal Akoğlu and Ayşe Şahin. They presented comprehensive information on alcohol awareness, recovery processes from addiction, and strategies for addressing alcohol-related stigma. Participants also had the opportunity to review practical experiences together through case examples shared by Country Green Crescents. The session was moderated by Mohamad Saleh Kakeh, Volunteer Coordinator of the Stardom Associaton (Green Crescent Lebanon). His contribution ensured a dynamic and engaging flow throughout the programme and supported the creation of a rich discussion environment. During the question-and-answer and open discussion sections, participants shared observations and experiences from their countries. This exchange created a productive platform for identifying common challenges and exploring effective solutions.  

The International Green Crescent Journal has released its fifth issue, continuing its mission to shed light on global challenges in the field of addiction, migration, crisis, wars, and public health. This edition brings together diverse perspectives, expert commentaries, and on-the-ground experiences from different regions of the world, reflecting the journal’s dedication to raising awareness and fostering solutions for healthier societies. This issue features a wide range of important articles and commentaries, including: Decoding Migration and Addiction in Europe – An in-depth interview with Charlotte De Kock, examining the links between migration flows and addiction risks. Syria’s Captagon Conundrum and the Jordan-Syria Case – Commentary by Mousa Daoud exploring the Captagon crisis and its cross-border implications. “We Cannot See Tomorrow!” –A critical interview with Al-Huda Association from Palestine, focusing on addiction treatment amid the devastating humanitarian crisis. Drug Addiction: A Global Threat and Societal Challenges in Pakistan – Commentary by Dr. Syed Abdurrehman analyzing the widespread impact of drug use in South Asia. The Unwilling Migration and Addiction: A Literature Review of Venezuelan Refugees in Brazil – Scholarly commentary by Silva, Ferreira, and Aich, connecting forced migration with vulnerability to addiction. Refugees and Addiction in Global and Regional Dimensions – Article by Şeyma Ebru Altıntaş providing a comparative look at refugees’ pain worldwide. Sustainable Development Goals and Public Health – Commentary by Rachael Stanton highlighting how global goals intersect with health and addiction prevention. Alcohol-Substance Use Disorders and Disasters – Article by Gamze Zengin İspir examining how disasters increase vulnerability to substance use. With the theme “Transforming Crisis into Recovery”, this issue emphasizes the resilience of societies facing conflict, displacement, and disaster while striving for healthier futures.   📖 Explore full issue here in English 📖 Explore full issue here in Turkish