National Resources

Websites

There’s a lot of misinformation about tobacco products circulating in the public. Luckily, there are a number of trusted sources that offer information and materials you can use when developing your tobacco-free initiatives.

Government Agencies

• Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC)
• Media Campaign Resource Center (CDC)
• BeTobaccoFree.gov (U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services)
• The Community Guide (U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services)
• U.S. Surgeon General

National Organizations

• American Lung Association
• American Non-Smokers’ Rights Foundation

American Indians

• Keep It Sacred, National Native Network

Youth

• Truth Initiative
• Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
• Know the Risks: E-cigarettes and Young People

Counter-Marketing

• CounterTobacco.org

Tobacco Law

• Public Health Law Center

Events

People are more likely to quit if they quit together. Communities can show support by celebrating these annual events on a local level.

Kick Butts Day

Kick Butts Day is a national day of activism that empowers youth to stand out, speak up, and seize control against Big Tobacco.

Great American Smokeout

The Great American Smokeout encourages people to start the journey toward a smoke-free life on the day of the event.