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May 11, 2023 at 7:11 PM

Announcing our Barrie Fiske National Youth Advocate of the Year!

John, One week from today, we’ll celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and public health champions at Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. RSVP NOW >> We're thrilled to announce that this year we will present …

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May 4, 2023 at 2:01 PM

Interview w/ Dr. Valerie Yerger

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About Tobacco John,  In this edition of The Take Down, I interviewed Dr. Valerie Yerger. Dr. Yerger is a founding member of the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC), a licensed naturopathic doctor, a Professor in Health Policy at the Un…

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May 3, 2023 at 5:48 PM

Announcing our Group Youth Advocates of the Year!

John, In two weeks, we’ll celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and public health champions at Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. RSVP NOW >> We're thrilled to announce that this year we will present our Gro…

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April 28, 2023 at 8:29 PM

1 year since FDA proposed eliminating menthol cigarettes – time to act

 UPDATE John,  One year ago today, the FDA announced that it was proposing rules to prohibit menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars – products the tobacco industry has intentionally marketed to kids, Black Americans and other communities at enormous cost in health and lives. These rules represent t…

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April 27, 2023 at 8:33 PM

Join us on May 18: 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards

John,  In three weeks, we’ll celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and public health champions from the U.S. and around the world at Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. RSVP NOW >> We hope you’ll join us on …

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April 26, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Champion Award: Ukrainian advocates & policymakers

John, Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards, is less than a month away! RSVP NOW >> In addition to our 2023 Youth Advocates, we have two worthy Champion Award honorees this year.  First up: We are honored to present a special Champio…

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April 21, 2023 at 3:20 PM

Announcing our Individual Youth Advocates of the Year!

John, We hope you'll join us on May 18th for Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. RSVP NOW >> Today, we're thrilled to announce four of our Youth Advocates of the Year, whose passion and leadership will help make the next generatio…

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April 6, 2023 at 9:17 PM

Wilkenfeld Award Honoree: Erick Antonio Ochoa

John, We hope you'll join us next month for Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. RSVP NOW >> We're thrilled to announce that this year we will present our Judy Wilkenfeld Award for International Tobacco Control Excellence to Erick …

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March 31, 2023 at 12:27 PM

Today is Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action!

Take action now and spread the word >> John,  Today is our Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action! It's quick, easy and fun to take part and make an impact wherever you are.  Play the games in our online Take Down Tobacco Arcade; take action when prompted, and share on social using #TakeDown…

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March 23, 2023 at 7:13 PM

Meet Aisha Ibrahim

Youth Ambassador Profile SeriesJohn,  Meet Aisha Ibrahim! Aisha is a high school junior from Minnesota who’s passionate about leaving a positive impact on her community. She got involved in tobacco prevention work over two years ago when she saw skyrocketing e-cigarette use take a toll on her classm…

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March 21, 2023 at 6:11 PM

Take Down Tobacco Arcade – play now!

New online games and resources for the 3/31 Day of Action >> John,  Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action is just ten days away on March 31st. And today, we're excited to unveil...Tobacco Take DownTake down Big Tobacco and their house of cards built on lies. Literally! PLAY NOW Whack a …

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March 20, 2023 at 8:55 PM

Tickets Available Now: 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards

JOIN US >> Join us on May 18, 2023, for an evening of celebration, reflection and community at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards as we honor the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and public health champions from the U.S. and around the wo…

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March 7, 2023 at 8:34 PM

TOMORROW: "Black Women Leading the Way to Health Equity" webinar

There's still time to RSVP!John,  Don't miss our next virtual event, happening this Wednesday (March 8) at 4:00 p.m. Eastern / 1:00 p.m. Pacific Creating Change from the Ground Up: How Black Women Are Leading the Way to Health Equity. There's still time to register! RSVP now >> More info: Fo…

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March 1, 2023 at 11:44 PM

Panelists for "Black Women Leading the Way to Health Equity" (Mar. 8 )

Check out this great lineup!John,   The eighth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Creating Change from the Ground Up: How Black Women Are Leading the Way to Health Equity. SIGN UP TO WATCH >> This free, virtual event will tak…

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March 1, 2023 at 10:42 PM

Panelists for "Black Women Leading the Way to Health Equity" (Mar. 8 )

Check out this great lineup!John,   The eighth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Creating Change from the Ground Up: How Black Women Are Leading the Way to Health Equity. SIGN UP TO WATCH >> This free, virtual event will tak…

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February 27, 2023 at 9:27 PM

Impact Newsletter – Feb. 2023

This monthly newsletter highlights the impact of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI) across the United States and around the world. Overdose Prevention Team Joins White House Event to Celebrate Passage of MAT Act  The Global Health Advocacy Incubator’…

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February 24, 2023 at 9:54 PM

Meet Ify Chidi

Youth Ambassador Profile SeriesJohn,  Meet Ify Chidi! Ify is a college freshman in Ohio – originally from the Bay Area in California – who's been involved in public health advocacy from a young age.   She has educated classmates and teachers about tobacco issues and organized activities for a tobacc…

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February 24, 2023 at 9:54 PM

Meet Ify Chidi

Youth Ambassador Profile SeriesJohn,  Meet Ify Chidi! Ify is a college freshman in Ohio – originally from the Bay Area in California – who's been involved in public health advocacy from a young age.   She has educated classmates and teachers about tobacco issues and organized activities for a tobacc…

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February 13, 2023 at 9:37 PM

Black Women Leading the Way to Health Equity

Join us March 8th for a virtual conversation.John,  The eighth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series is scheduled for March 8th at 4:00 p.m. Eastern:  Creating Change from the Ground Up: How Black Women Are Leading the Way to Health Equity REGISTER NOW >> Fo…

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February 13, 2023 at 9:36 PM

Black Women Leading the Way to Health Equity

Join us March 8th for a virtual conversation.John,  The eighth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series is scheduled for March 8th at 4:00 p.m. Eastern:  Creating Change from the Ground Up: How Black Women Are Leading the Way to Health Equity REGISTER NOW >> Fo…

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February 7, 2023 at 9:25 PM

Interview w/ Ed Sanders & Kellie Hawkins

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About TobaccoJohn,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Nikkya Taliaferro interviews Ed Sanders, President of the ES Advisors Group, and Kellie Hawkins, Partner at EKA. Ed and Kellie were integral organizers in the successful camp…

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February 7, 2023 at 9:24 PM

Interview w/ Ed Sanders & Kellie Hawkins

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About TobaccoJohn,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Nikkya Taliaferro interviews Ed Sanders, President of the ES Advisors Group, and Kellie Hawkins, Partner at EKA. Ed and Kellie were integral organizers in the successful camp…

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February 2, 2023 at 6:13 PM

Take Down Tobacco registration now open!

Get info and resources for 3/31 Day of Action >>John,  Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action is on March 31st this year.  Event registration is now open, and it's time to start planning how you'll participate! LEARN MORE AND REGISTER AN EVENT TODAY >> We have a limited number of eve…

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January 31, 2023 at 9:06 PM

Cigarette sales fall to record lows in U.S.!

BREAKING NEWSJohn,  We wanted to share some terrific news about our progress in the fight against tobacco.  A new report by the Federal Trade Commission shows that cigarette sales in the United States have fallen by an incredible 70% in the last 40 years. In fact, the annual number of cigarettes sol…

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January 31, 2023 at 9:05 PM

Cigarette sales fall to record lows in U.S.!

BREAKING NEWSJohn,  We wanted to share some terrific news about our progress in the fight against tobacco.  A new report by the Federal Trade Commission shows that cigarette sales in the United States have fallen by an incredible 70% in the last 40 years. In fact, the annual number of cigarettes sol…

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January 27, 2023 at 9:20 PM

Impact Newsletter – Jan. 2023

This monthly newsletter highlights the impact of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI) across the United States and around the world. Mexico Implements One of World’s Strongest Tobacco Control Laws  Mexico this month implemented one of the world’s stron…

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January 25, 2023 at 7:03 PM

Meet Julia Choi

Youth Ambassador Profile SeriesJohn,  Meet Julia Choi! Julia, a high school sophomore from Torrance, California, is a big believer in the power of helping others. And her advocacy journey is off to an amazing start. Currently, she works alongside the AIRE (Advocates Invested in Restoring the Environ…

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January 20, 2023 at 3:42 PM

VIDEO: Highlights from our Global Young Ambassadors Summit

We brought together young leaders from 17 countries. Watch this short video for a glimpse >>John, I’m excited to share an update about a wonderful new initiative from our Global Tobacco Control Program.  This past October, we held our inaugural Global Young Ambassadors Summit in Istanbul, Turk…

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January 20, 2023 at 3:42 PM

VIDEO: Highlights from our Global Young Ambassadors Summit

We brought together young leaders from 17 countries. Watch this short video for a glimpse >>John, I’m excited to share an update about a wonderful new initiative from our Global Tobacco Control Program.  This past October, we held our inaugural Global Young Ambassadors Summit in Istanbul, Turk…

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January 19, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Your state's ranking

Check out our new report to see how DC stacks up in the fight against tobacco.John, Want to know how your state stacks up in the fight against tobacco?  Check out our just-released report: Broken Promises to our Children: A State-By-State Look at the 1998 Tobacco Settlement 24 Years Later.  Inside, …

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