For the first time, the International Network on Brief Interventions for Alcohol and Other Drugs (INEBRIA) and the International Consortium of Universities for Drug Demand Reduction (ICUDDR) will co-host a thematic meeting in Africa focused on the future of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) across the continent, in collaboration with the Uganda Ministry of Health, Makerere University, and the World Health Organization’s SAFER Initiative Uganda Office.
This two-day meeting will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, educators, and implementation leaders working in substance use and mental health. Participants will take stock of current SBIRT efforts in African contexts, examine ongoing implementation challenges, and explore opportunities to strengthen SBIRT integration within health, community, and academic systems.
Through research presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, the program will emphasize practical lessons, regional diversity, and cross-country learning. The meeting offers a unique opportunity to connect with regional and global peers, contribute to Africa-centered knowledge, and help shape future directions for SBIRT research, policy, and practice.
The INEBRIA & ICUDDR Thematic Meeting will take place at the School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University, New Mulago Gate Rd, Kampala, Uganda. The meeting will include pre-conference activities followed by two days of in-person programming.
Subject to refinement as planning continues.
All participants are warmly invited to register for the INEBRIA & ICUDDR Thematic Meeting. Registration helps us plan a high-quality, well-organized event and supports the costs of hosting the meeting.
Registration is completed online by creating a login on our registration platform. Payment by credit card is required to confirm your registration.
To promote equitable access, registration fees are tiered based on World Bank country income classifications, with reduced rates for students and participants from low- and middle-income countries.
Please select the rate that corresponds to the country where you currently work. Abstract submission does not constitute conference registration, and presenters must register separately.
A limited number of registration scholarships may be available to support participation in the meeting. Scholarship requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, subject to available funds.
Organizations interested in registering five or more participants may be eligible for a small group registration discount, depending on availability and overall registration numbers.
If you would like to inquire about registration scholarships or group participation options, please contact the conference committee at [email protected].
We look forward to welcoming you to Kampala.
The INEBRIA & ICUDDR Thematic Meeting invites submissions for poster presentations focused on Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) and Screening, Brief Advice, and Treatment (SBAT) in African contexts. Submissions may address research, implementation, practice, policy, education, or systems change, including works in progress.
Abstracts are submitted online by creating a login on our conference platform. Abstracts are limited to 500 words, including the title but excluding author information, and must follow the required structure outlined in the Guide for Authors.
The abstract submission deadline is February 13, 2026. Notifications of acceptance will be sent on a rolling basis, no later than March 6, 2026. Please note that abstract submission does not constitute conference registration, and at least one author of each accepted poster must register and attend in person.
Travel information for participants, including visa guidance, hotel options, and local transportation, will be available soon. We look forward to sharing additional details to help you plan your visit to Kampala.
