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September 20, 2023 at 10:38 PM

Our work at the United Nations General Assembly - happening now

VIDEO: Advocacy to Impact Health Disparities. John,  This year’s United Nations General Assembly – happening now in New York City – is a momentous occasion for public health. The UN is sponsoring three high-level meetings on health as well as a political forum on sustainable development. Through our…

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September 11, 2023 at 6:51 PM

DC Tobacco Control Summit – Join us 9/21!

Keynote speaker: Yolonda C. Richardson, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' President & CEO John, You're invited to the 2023 D.C. Tobacco Control Summit, where Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' President & CEO Yolonda C. Richardson will be the keynote speaker! LEARN MORE AND REGISTER >> Th…

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August 30, 2023 at 5:12 PM

Interview w/ Diamond Miller of Truth Initiative

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About Tobacco John,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Olive Gongombe interviews Diamond Miller, Senior Manager of College Activism and Organizing at Truth Initiative. WATCH THE INTERVIEW >> Diamond plays a pivotal part …

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August 9, 2023 at 5:14 PM

John, don’t miss out!

Our annual survey closes Friday. Dear John, Our annual survey closes this Friday, and we haven’t heard from you yet. Your feedback as a supporter is very important to us and to our organization’s future. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey: TELL US HOW WE'RE DOING >> Thank you f…

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August 3, 2023 at 5:55 PM

John, last chance to take our quick survey!

Your feedback helps us do better. Dear John,  I recently reached out to you about the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ annual survey, but haven’t heard from you yet. Your input as a supporter matters to us and makes us an even stronger, more impactful organization.  Can you spare a quick moment to sh…

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July 28, 2023 at 5:33 PM

John, share your feedback with us!

Take our annual survey. Dear John,  As the new President & CEO of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, I would love to hear from you. Our annual survey is an opportunity for you to tell us how we're doing as an organization, and to share your thoughts and priorities with us. As a supporter, your …

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July 20, 2023 at 5:42 PM

VIDEO: Mayors support eliminating flavored tobacco

Watch now and share with your networks >> John, The bipartisan U.S. Conference of Mayors recently approved a resolution that supports prohibiting all flavored tobacco products, including flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars!  More than a dozen of the mayors who helped …

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July 14, 2023 at 2:36 PM

Training the next generation of leaders

Our Youth Advocacy Symposium is happening this week! Learn more >> John, It's one of the most exciting times of the year for us: Our week-long Youth Advocacy Symposium is happening now in Washington, D.C.! Each year, we bring together dozens of young leaders from around the U.S. to share and …

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July 10, 2023 at 2:04 PM

Big Tobacco forced to tell the truth

Starting this month, they must put signs in stores across the U.S.  UPDATE John,  Starting this month, the major U.S. tobacco companies must begin to post eye-catching signs telling the public the truth about the deadly consequences of cigarette smoking at about 220,000 retail stores across the nat…

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June 23, 2023 at 1:01 PM

TDT Youth Advocacy Training Program: revamped!

Check out the online courses >> John,  Today, we're excited to relaunch our online Take Down Tobacco Youth Advocacy Training Program! CHECK IT OUT >> This free, award-winning, evidence-based program is rooted in experiential learning. It's geared toward middle and high school students to…

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June 13, 2023 at 7:36 PM

THURSDAY: Conversation about Black men's health

There's still time to RSVP. John,  Don't miss our next event, happening this Thursday (June 15): Beyond the Barbershop: An Open Conversation About Black Men's Health.There's still time to register! SIGN UP TO ATTEND OR WATCH ONLINE >> More info:  Due to heavy tobacco industry targeting – part…

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June 7, 2023 at 8:22 PM

Panelists for "An Open Conversation About Black Men's Health" (June 15 )

Check out this great lineup! John,  The ninth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Beyond the Barbershop: An Open Conversation About Black Men's Health. SIGN UP TO ATTEND OR WATCH ONLINE >> This free, in-person event will take…

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June 5, 2023 at 8:14 PM

Mayors support eliminating flavored tobacco!

BREAKING NEWS >> John,  At their annual meeting in Columbus, Ohio, the bipartisan U.S. Conference of Mayors today approved a resolution that supports prohibiting all flavored tobacco products, including flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars! This resolution underscores…

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May 26, 2023 at 2:46 PM

Watch our Youth Advocates of the Year Awards!

Full program now available to view online >> John, Thank you to all who joined us last week at Catalysts for Change, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' 2023 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards!  Together, we honored an incredible group of young leaders and outstanding public health champions s…

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May 23, 2023 at 6:15 PM

An Open Conversation About Black Men's Health

Join us June 15th in-person or virtually >> John,  The ninth installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series will be held in Washington, D.C., on June 15th – and you're invited to attend in-person or virtually:  Beyond the Barbershop: An Open Conversation About Black Men's Heal…

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May 20, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Interview w/ Pastor Theresa Thomas-Boyd

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About Tobacco John,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Amani Desamours interviews Pastor Teresa Thomas-Boyd, a pastor of Matters of the Heart Christian Ministries who has been a community organizer for 25 years.   WATCH THE INT…

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May 15, 2023 at 8:55 PM

Announcing our new President

Yolonda Richardson to succeed Matthew Myers. Dear John,  The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids announced today that Matthew L. Myers is stepping down as the organization’s president after more than 23 years in the position and Yolonda C. Richardson, currently the organization’s Executive Vice President…

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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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