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This study aims to evaluate the accessibility of mental health support services for urban refugees in Addis Ababa following a disaster.

March 6, 2026Open Access

Accessibility and Provision of Post-Disaster Mental Health Support Services Among Urban Refugees in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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This study aims to evaluate the accessibility of mental health support services for urban refugees in Addis Ababa following a disaster.
Mixed-methods approach including qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys
Qualitative interviews with healthcare providers and community leaders
Quantitative surveys targeting urban refugees
Analysis of service utilization patterns and access barriers
Only 35% of urban refugees received mental health support within the first month post-disaster
Language barriers and inadequate outreach were primary reasons for limited support
Need for culturally sensitive interventions and community engagement strategies identified
Recommendations include enhancing language accessibility and improving community-based support mechanisms

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Case study examines access to mental health services for urban refugees, indicating significant barriers to support.

Mulu Gebrayesus (2008) studied this question.

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