The East Africa Youth Forum on Drugs 2026 is now officially open for abstract submissions and participant registration. Scholars, youth leaders, researchers, policymakers, treatment specialists, and students are urged to secure their place without delay.

Across East Africa, drug demand among young people continues to present serious public health, educational, economic, and social consequences. This challenge requires structured, evidence based responses, rigorous research, and coordinated regional leadership. Incremental or fragmented efforts are no longer sufficient. The time for disciplined scholarship, strategic engagement, and youth driven action is now.

From 4th to 6th June 2026 in Arusha, Tanzania, the East Africa Youth Forum on Drugs 2026 will bring together leading experts, field practitioners, government officials, and emerging youth leaders to accelerate drug demand reduction among young people across the region.

Early registration and submission of abstracts is essential for full participation in this high-level scientific and policy platform.

A Scientific and Policy Platform for Measurable Impact

The East Africa Youth Forum on Drugs 2026 is designed as a rigorous academic and policy forum. Discussions will prioritise prevention science, early intervention frameworks, treatment models, recovery systems, and policy alignment within East African contexts.

Participants are expected to contribute evidence based research, programme evaluations, policy analysis, and field based innovations that demonstrate measurable outcomes and practical regional relevance.

This is not another meeting. It is a structured platform aimed at strengthening coordinated and scalable regional responses.

Call for High Quality Abstracts

The East Africa Youth Forum on Drugs 2026 welcomes abstract submissions from:

• Youth leaders and advocates
• Researchers and academics
• Prevention and treatment specialists
• Recovery and rehabilitation practitioners
• Policymakers and government representatives
• Secondary, college, and university students
• Community based organisations

Submissions should demonstrate analytical rigour, contextual relevance to East Africa, and implications for prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery, or policy development.

Deadline for abstract submission: 12th March 2026
All submissions will be reviewed by the Scientific Review Committee.
Applicants will be notified within three weeks after the deadline.

Early abstract submission is strongly recommended to secure presentation slots and allow sufficient time for registration processing.

Why Registration Matters Now

Participation in the East Africa Youth Forum on Drugs 2026 places you at the centre of evidence informed change. Delegates and presenters will:

• Share research and evidence based interventions
• Engage directly in policy dialogue
• Build cross border partnerships
• Strengthen prevention and early intervention frameworks
• Contribute to actionable regional recommendations

The urgency of youth drug demand requires leadership that is informed, accountable, and collaborative. Registering early ensures your research, insights, and leadership contribute to shaping regional strategies.

Event Details

📍 Arusha, Tanzania
📅 4th to 6th June 2026
👥 Target Group: African youth aged 18 to 35

Register and submit your abstract here:
https://forms.gle/Db6c256Fq6ZNVCbG6

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The region stands at a critical juncture. Evidence must translate into action, and youth leadership must be grounded in research, collaboration, and measurable outcomes.

Register now. Submit your abstract. Contribute to a coordinated and impactful regional response.