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Taking measures to prevent diseases, improve our health, and extend our lifespan
A disease affecting people from all walks of life
The condition where technology controls a person
Individuals may be referred to addiction treatment centers if deemed necessary
Promoting mental well-being by coping with stress and recognizing abilities
One of the most widely abused substances globally due to nicotine addiction
Activation of the brain's reward pleasure mechanism by repeating a certain behavior
Complete well-being physically, mentally, and socially
A product containing vaporized nicotine reported as harmful.
1.85 million out of 3 million deaths in 2017 were preventable.
The process of recovery by combating addiction
Inability to quit substances despite knowing the physical and psychological harms
Risking something valuable in hopes of gaining something more valuable
The beginning of the body's purification process after quitting substance use
The process of reintegrating into society healthily
The International Federation of Green Crescent (IFGC) adopts a holistic, inclusive, and evidence-based approach to addressing addictions related to tobacco, alcohol, drugs, gaming, and gambling. Grounded in shared values such as human dignity, public health, independence, and collective commitment, IFGC empowers its members to design and implement effective, culturally sensitive, and ethically grounded interventions across the world.
The International Federation of Green Crescent (IFGC) adopts a holistic and integrated approach in addressing addictive behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol, drugs, gaming, and gambling. All IFGC members demonstrate a unified commitment to tackling these issues, ensuring a coordinated effort across all sectors. This collective stance enables stronger collaboration, consistency in action, and the amplification of impact worldwide.
At the core of this approach is human dignity and inclusion. IFGC supports its members in promoting prevention, rehabilitation, and recovery, while ensuring that all initiatives remain inclusive, non-discriminatory, and respectful of individual rights. Alongside this, IFGC upholds independence as a guiding principle: as an umbrella organization, it operates with neutrality while aligning its work with international agreements, ethical guidelines.
A central pillar of IFGC’s work is science and evidence. All programs and initiatives are encouraged to align with international prevention standards and rely on evidence-based methods. IFGC also promotes research, evaluation, and knowledge-sharing to continuously enhance effectiveness. Complementing this, IFGC advances a holistic approach to prevention and recovery, recognizing the deep interconnections between addiction, mental health, social well-being, and broader public health challenges.
Finally, IFGC positions public health at the forefront of its mission. Addiction prevention is approached as a global public health priority, and members are supported in fostering culturally sensitive, community-driven, and collaborative initiatives that safeguard the well-being of individuals, families, and societies.
Through these six interconnected principles, IFGC ensures that its strategy is both comprehensive and adaptable, empowering members worldwide to develop sustainable, inclusive, and scientifically sound solutions to the challenges of addiction.
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