The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
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Protecting kids. Saving lives. Because tobacco has killed enough.
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Tomorrow’s the day!
As Giving Tuesday approaches, we’re getting ready to power another year of lifesaving advocacy. Your support strengthens our fight to protect kids and save lives in the United States and around the world.
As Giving Tuesday approaches, we’re getting ready to power another year of lifesaving advocacy. Your support strengthens our fight to protect kids and save lives in the United States and around the world.
December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Tomorrow’s the day!
As Giving Tuesday approaches, we’re getting ready to power another year of lifesaving advocacy. Your support strengthens our fight to protect kids and save lives in the United States and around the world.
As Giving Tuesday approaches, we’re getting ready to power another year of lifesaving advocacy. Your support strengthens our fight to protect kids and save lives in the United States and around the world.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
Today and every day, we’re grateful for all our supporters and partners who work alongside us to protect kids, improve health and save lives.
Together, we are creating a healthier and more equitable future for all.
Today and every day, we’re grateful for all our supporters and partners who work alongside us to protect kids, improve health and save lives.
Together, we are creating a healthier and more equitable future for all.
November 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
Today and every day, we’re grateful for all our supporters and partners who work alongside us to protect kids, improve health and save lives.
Together, we are creating a healthier and more equitable future for all.
Today and every day, we’re grateful for all our supporters and partners who work alongside us to protect kids, improve health and save lives.
Together, we are creating a healthier and more equitable future for all.
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An undeniable statement from #COP11: "Youth are not just targets. We are experts, advocates, and innovators driving effective tobacco control."
See the essential moments, public actions, and key encounters of COP11’s youth ambassadors in this powerful recap. #FCTCSavesLives
See the essential moments, public actions, and key encounters of COP11’s youth ambassadors in this powerful recap. #FCTCSavesLives
November 26, 2025 at 1:59 PM
An undeniable statement from #COP11: "Youth are not just targets. We are experts, advocates, and innovators driving effective tobacco control."
See the essential moments, public actions, and key encounters of COP11’s youth ambassadors in this powerful recap. #FCTCSavesLives
See the essential moments, public actions, and key encounters of COP11’s youth ambassadors in this powerful recap. #FCTCSavesLives
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As families head to the theaters or cozy up for a holiday movie night, a new report from Truth Initiative & NORC at the University of Chicago raises the alarm about the entertainment industry’s ongoing role in normalizing nicotine use among youth and young adults through tobacco imagery in movies.
Tobacco Imagery in Movies Surged in 2024, Exposing Millions of Young People to Smoking and Vaping on Screens
New report finds more than half of top 2024 films featured tobacco imagery, continuing a troubling rise that threatens youth prevention and quitting efforts.
truthinitiative.org
November 24, 2025 at 3:59 PM
As families head to the theaters or cozy up for a holiday movie night, a new report from Truth Initiative & NORC at the University of Chicago raises the alarm about the entertainment industry’s ongoing role in normalizing nicotine use among youth and young adults through tobacco imagery in movies.
One week to go!
Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your generosity can help protect kids and save lives.
Every gift — no matter the amount — fuels our work to create a healthier, more equitable future for all.
Get started: tobaccofreekids.org/donate
Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your generosity can help protect kids and save lives.
Every gift — no matter the amount — fuels our work to create a healthier, more equitable future for all.
Get started: tobaccofreekids.org/donate
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
One week to go!
Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your generosity can help protect kids and save lives.
Every gift — no matter the amount — fuels our work to create a healthier, more equitable future for all.
Get started: tobaccofreekids.org/donate
Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your generosity can help protect kids and save lives.
Every gift — no matter the amount — fuels our work to create a healthier, more equitable future for all.
Get started: tobaccofreekids.org/donate
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In our “COP11 Tobacco Decisions Explained in 1 Minute” video, we outline how governments made meaningful progress at #COP11 in Geneva last week.
November 25, 2025 at 2:27 PM
In our “COP11 Tobacco Decisions Explained in 1 Minute” video, we outline how governments made meaningful progress at #COP11 in Geneva last week.
The United States is tied for last in the world in the size of its health warnings on cigarette packs, according to a new international report by the Canadian Cancer Society.
More countries now require tobacco plain packaging and graphic health warnings on cigarette packages
Canadian Cancer Society report highlights global progress on key tobacco control measures
cancer.ca
November 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM
The United States is tied for last in the world in the size of its health warnings on cigarette packs, according to a new international report by the Canadian Cancer Society.
Young people are at the forefront of the fight for health justice, and their leadership is reshaping conversations about health equity.
November 20, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Young people are at the forefront of the fight for health justice, and their leadership is reshaping conversations about health equity.
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At #COP11 in Geneva -- the Conference of the Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control -- delegates, experts, and advocates are working to strengthen global protections against addiction and tobacco industry interference.
November 19, 2025 at 11:59 AM
At #COP11 in Geneva -- the Conference of the Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control -- delegates, experts, and advocates are working to strengthen global protections against addiction and tobacco industry interference.
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Today at #COP11 the FCTC Secretariat met with youth delegates from around the world to listen to their experiences and learn about their priorities in tobacco control.
These young advocates called for meaningful involvement in the decisions that will shape their future.
These young advocates called for meaningful involvement in the decisions that will shape their future.
November 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today at #COP11 the FCTC Secretariat met with youth delegates from around the world to listen to their experiences and learn about their priorities in tobacco control.
These young advocates called for meaningful involvement in the decisions that will shape their future.
These young advocates called for meaningful involvement in the decisions that will shape their future.
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Youth leaders from Europe, Africa and Latin America gathered today at the #COP11 side event "Youth-led Advocacy: Unmasking Tobacco and Nicotine Industry Narrative to Advance Tobacco-Free Generations."
November 17, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Youth leaders from Europe, Africa and Latin America gathered today at the #COP11 side event "Youth-led Advocacy: Unmasking Tobacco and Nicotine Industry Narrative to Advance Tobacco-Free Generations."
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@ctfkglobal.bsky.social's Global Young Ambassadors have a clear message for #COP11 delegates: our health is not for sale.
As negotiations move forward, we urge leaders to keep the tobacco industry out of the room and put public health first. #FCTCSavesLives
As negotiations move forward, we urge leaders to keep the tobacco industry out of the room and put public health first. #FCTCSavesLives
November 17, 2025 at 6:54 PM
@ctfkglobal.bsky.social's Global Young Ambassadors have a clear message for #COP11 delegates: our health is not for sale.
As negotiations move forward, we urge leaders to keep the tobacco industry out of the room and put public health first. #FCTCSavesLives
As negotiations move forward, we urge leaders to keep the tobacco industry out of the room and put public health first. #FCTCSavesLives
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Today at #COP11, advocates unveiled the Death Clock, a stark reminder of the human toll of tobacco products.
The clock shows how many people have died from tobacco-related disease since 1999, based on WHO estimates.
The clock shows how many people have died from tobacco-related disease since 1999, based on WHO estimates.
November 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Today at #COP11, advocates unveiled the Death Clock, a stark reminder of the human toll of tobacco products.
The clock shows how many people have died from tobacco-related disease since 1999, based on WHO estimates.
The clock shows how many people have died from tobacco-related disease since 1999, based on WHO estimates.
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Day 1 at #COP11: Countries unite to defend public health against tobacco industry interference. Every decision here affects millions of lives. #FCTCSavesLives
November 17, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Day 1 at #COP11: Countries unite to defend public health against tobacco industry interference. Every decision here affects millions of lives. #FCTCSavesLives
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The WHO FCTC has saved millions of lives — but the job isn’t done. Starting next week at #COP11 in Geneva, governments have a chance to close loopholes and protect another generation from addiction. #FCTCSavesLives
November 14, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The WHO FCTC has saved millions of lives — but the job isn’t done. Starting next week at #COP11 in Geneva, governments have a chance to close loopholes and protect another generation from addiction. #FCTCSavesLives
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We’re at the 2025 Global Young Ambassadors Summit to bring youth voices together for stronger tobacco control advocacy and a healthier future.
Leaders from around the world are sharing ideas, taking action & proving that the next generation has the power to create real change – today.
Leaders from around the world are sharing ideas, taking action & proving that the next generation has the power to create real change – today.
November 12, 2025 at 7:46 AM
We’re at the 2025 Global Young Ambassadors Summit to bring youth voices together for stronger tobacco control advocacy and a healthier future.
Leaders from around the world are sharing ideas, taking action & proving that the next generation has the power to create real change – today.
Leaders from around the world are sharing ideas, taking action & proving that the next generation has the power to create real change – today.
Join us for the next installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series on November 18 at 7 PM ET!
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join us for the next installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series on November 18 at 7 PM ET!
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is a truly historic figure whose far-reaching legacy includes protecting the nation’s kids from tobacco and improving the health of all Americans.
November 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is a truly historic figure whose far-reaching legacy includes protecting the nation’s kids from tobacco and improving the health of all Americans.
Great news! Denver voters have delivered a resounding win for kids over the tobacco industry by upholding the city’s ordinance ending the sale of flavored tobacco products – including flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.
November 5, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Great news! Denver voters have delivered a resounding win for kids over the tobacco industry by upholding the city’s ordinance ending the sale of flavored tobacco products – including flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.
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Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther and Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed call on city leaders to support and invest in solutions that will end the sale of flavored tobacco products.
Read @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social’s latest op-ed: www.nlc.org/article/2025...
Read @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social’s latest op-ed: www.nlc.org/article/2025...
State, Local Lawmakers Must Take the Lead to Reduce Youth Use of Tobacco
Co-authored by Columbus, OH Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and Montgomery, AL Mayor Steven L. Reed Two years ago, the U.S. Conference of Mayors passed a bipartisan resolution calling for the elimination of…
www.nlc.org
August 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther and Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed call on city leaders to support and invest in solutions that will end the sale of flavored tobacco products.
Read @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social’s latest op-ed: www.nlc.org/article/2025...
Read @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social’s latest op-ed: www.nlc.org/article/2025...
A new poll finds the American public strongly supports advertising campaigns to reduce smoking, such as the CDC’s Tips from Former Smokers campaign and the FDA’s The Real Cost campaign.
Most Americans back feds' anti-smoking ads: poll
Almost 3 in 4 Americans support government public awareness campaigns to discourage smoking.
www.axios.com
August 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A new poll finds the American public strongly supports advertising campaigns to reduce smoking, such as the CDC’s Tips from Former Smokers campaign and the FDA’s The Real Cost campaign.
We’re excited to announce the next installment of our #CampaignfortheCulture series — Cuts and Consequences: Current threats to tobacco control and health equity.
August 6, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We’re excited to announce the next installment of our #CampaignfortheCulture series — Cuts and Consequences: Current threats to tobacco control and health equity.
The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee has taken a critical step to protect public health by approving an FY 2026 Labor-HHS-Education appropriations bill that preserves the CDC’s chronic disease prevention and health promotion programs, including the CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health.
August 1, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee has taken a critical step to protect public health by approving an FY 2026 Labor-HHS-Education appropriations bill that preserves the CDC’s chronic disease prevention and health promotion programs, including the CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health.
The FDA’s decision to authorize the sale of Juul e-cigarettes, including menthol-flavored products, risks a reversal of recent progress in reducing youth e-cigarette use.
July 17, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The FDA’s decision to authorize the sale of Juul e-cigarettes, including menthol-flavored products, risks a reversal of recent progress in reducing youth e-cigarette use.