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Investing in Evidence-Based Prevention: Moving Beyond Good Intentions to Proven Strategies

Despite significant investments in prevention initiatives worldwide, an important question remains: Are our efforts creating meaningful and lasting impact?

The development of a competent, connected, and sustainable addiction workforce has become an increasingly important priority in addressing substance use challenges worldwide. As countries continue to strengthen prevention, treatment, and recovery systems, international collaboration, professional education, and evidence-informed practice remain fundamental to building a skilled workforce capable of responding to evolving public health needs.

ISSUP Indonesia participated in a coordination meeting organized by the Directorate of Post-Rehabilitation, Deputy for Rehabilitation of the National Narcotics Board of Indonesia (BNN RI), on 12 May 2026 in Jakarta. The meeting focused on strengthening the capacity of rehabilitation professionals in supporting sustainable and recovery-oriented rehabilitation services in Indonesia.

The public seminar Digital Parenting 101: Navigating Adolescent Psychosocial Challenges in the Era of Gadget Addiction was successfully held on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at MULA Coworking Space, Cilandak Town Square, South Jakarta.

The Asia Pacific Society for Alcohol and Addiction Research (APSAAR) will host its APSAAR Congress 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia, bringing together experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of addiction across the Asia-Pacific region.

Advanced Clinical Workshop on Gambling Disorder: Beyond Basic CBT to Be Held in Jakarta

The Addiction Psychiatry Section of the Indonesian Psychiatry Collegium, in collaboration with Yayasan Secercah Harapan Jiwa (YSHJ), is pleased to present an advanced professional workshop titled “Advanced Clinical Management of Gambling Disorder: Beyond Basic CBT.”

We are excited to announce that registration is open for the 2025 ISSUP Conference taking place in Indonesia from 17-19 September 2025.

دیدگاه های جهانی در قمار و بازی : بررسی خطرات در این عصر دیجیتال

در جهان به طور فزاینده دیجیتال، قمار و بازی به طور قابل توجهی تبدیل شده اند، آوردن چالش های جدید است که افراد و جوامع در سطح جهان تاثیر می گذارد. برای رسیدگی به این مسائل، ISSUP  اندونزیا با همکاری گله مرغ دریایی و هیئت صدور گواهینامه مشاور بین المللی قمار (IGCCB)، وبینار "دیدگاه های جهانی در قمار و بازی: بررسی خطرات در این عصر دیجیتال" را ارائه می دهد.

Parahita Training Provider, as a training institution approved by the Drug Advisory Programme of Colombo Plan, is excited to announce the opening of the Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) 4: Basic Counselling Skills for Addiction Professionals. This online course will be held from October 28 to November 2, 2024, and will be led by expert trainers who specialize in addiction counseling.