The Malawi Alcohol Policy Alliance (MAPA) will hold a membership meeting on 29 October 2026 to strengthen coordination among member organizations, review progress and agree on priority actions for advancing effective alcohol policy in Malawi.
The meeting will provide an opportunity for MAPA members to reflect on the Alliance’s work, strengthen collaboration and agree on practical actions for implementing the MAPA Strategic Plan 2026–2030.
Key Areas of Discussion
- Review of MAPA’s Progress and Activities
Members will review progress made in implementing MAPA activities, including achievements, challenges, lessons learned and areas requiring greater attention.
- Implementation of the National Alcohol Policy
Members will discuss the current status of implementation of the Malawi National Alcohol Policy, identify key implementation gaps and consider areas where civil society can constructively support and advocate for effective implementation.
- Strengthening Policy Advocacy and Engagement
The meeting will consider priority alcohol policy issues requiring collective advocacy and discuss ways of strengthening MAPA’s engagement with Government, Parliament and other relevant stakeholders.
- Research, Evidence and Information Sharing
Members will discuss priority evidence gaps and opportunities for research, documentation and sharing of information to strengthen evidence-informed alcohol policy advocacy.
- Public Awareness and Community Engagement
The meeting will explore opportunities for coordinated public awareness and community engagement activities aimed at increasing understanding of alcohol-related harms and promoting effective prevention measures.
- Strengthening MAPA Membership and Coordination
Members will discuss ways of improving communication, participation and coordination among MAPA member organizations and strengthening the role of the Alliance as a coordinated civil society platform.
- Partnerships and Collaboration
Members will explore opportunities to strengthen collaboration with Government institutions, development partners, academia, media, traditional and faith leaders, communities and other relevant stakeholders.
- Resource Mobilization and Sustainability
The meeting will discuss opportunities for mobilizing financial and technical resources to support MAPA’s strategic priorities and strengthen the sustainability of the Alliance.
Expected Outcome
The meeting is expected to strengthen coordination among MAPA members, establish shared priorities and generate practical actions for advancing alcohol policy advocacy, effective implementation of the National Alcohol Policy and the prevention and reduction of alcohol-related harm in Malawi.
MAPA remains committed to coordinated civil society action for effective alcohol policy and a healthier Malawi.