In December 2025, Ethiopian Medical Association (EMA), in collaboration with key national and academic partners, implemented a series of capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening medical professionalism, medical health sciences education, and mental health services across Ethiopia.
From December 8–11, EMA and its regional chapters conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT) on Medical Ethics and Medico-Legal Issues, engaging medical doctors and legal professionals from higher education institutions and healthcare facilities nationwide. The training enhanced participants’ understanding of contemporary ethical standards and legal frameworks, preparing them to serve as future trainers and members of medical ethics review committees.
During the same period, EMA partnered with Debre Berhan University to deliver an Effective Teaching Skills (ETS) training for newly recruited academic staff at the Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus. The program focused on instructional planning, learner-centered teaching methods, student assessment, and monitoring and evaluation, contributing to improved quality of pre-service medical and health science education.
Further reinforcing its commitment to holistic healthcare, EMA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Mekele University, conducted a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (mhGAP) training from December 17–19 at Ayder Hospital CPD Center. The training equipped non-psychiatry healthcare providers with practical skills to identify, manage, and appropriately refer patients with mental, neurological, and substance use disorders.
Collectively, these initiatives reflect EMA’s ongoing commitment to advancing ethical practice, educational excellence, and mental health care, ultimately strengthening the quality of healthcare delivery across Ethiopia.
This project is funded through the #GlobalHealthWorkforceProgramme, which is funded by the #UK#Department#of#Health#and#Social#Care (DHSC) for the benefit of the UK and partner country health sectors.