Snapshot of Youth Advocates
STAAND rallying to the California State Capitol to expose the "Big Tobacco" industries marketing STAAND protesting big tobacco and shares their experiences with tobacco in their community to Assemblymember Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins CASA: Students Together Against Alcohol 'N Drugs (STAAND)
STAAND writing letters in support of a proposed El Cajon ordinance to ban the sale of disguised vape products. The messages were read by councilmembers and the ordinance passed! CASA: Students Together Against Alcohol 'N Drugs (STAAND) STAAND conducting a photovoice project around El Cajon, capturing signage and tobacco litter in the community raising awareness about the issue.
CCS tabling at an event to raise awareness on the impact tobacco has on youth. SAY San Diego: Change Comes with Support (CCS) CCS created a billboard in City Heights and Point Loma to share the message of keeping smoke shops away from schools. "I joined CCS because I want to work to protect myself and my loved ones from the influence of Big Tobacco...I feel it is my responsibility to advocate for protective measures that will help those who are not as fortunate. I think our generation has a very strong chance to wrestle out of the control of Big Tobacco and I am hopeful that this will occur with continued education and advocacy" - Reid Krebs, Youth Advocate, CCS "I am passionate about this issue because I have a younger brother who I would hate to see be addicted. I think it is very important for us to bring awareness to the current situation so that future generations can avoid it." - Galia Cortes, Youth Advocate, CCS
STAAY Club conducting community ceanups addressing tobacco waste Vista Community Clinic: Spreading Tobacco and Alcohol Awareness Youth (STAAY Club) STAAY Club Vista High School delivering public comment highlighting the environmental impact of tobacco, and the importance of smoke-free outdoor public places.
STAAY club hosting a tabling event for World No Tobacco Day. STAAY club members provide pubic comments at a city council meeting Vista Community Clinic: Spreading Tobacco and Alcohol Awareness Youth (STAAY Club)
STAAY club presents its Atmotube Project, which assessed poor air quality in Vista High School's bathrooms, due to secondhand smoke and vape pollution, urging campus security to address the smoking issue. Vista Community Clinic: Spreading Tobacco and Alcohol Awareness Youth (STAAY Club) STAAY club conducts a beach cleanup to pickup tobacco litter
San Dieguito Alliance: Changers San Dieguito Alliance's youth prevention program, Changers, shared their four-day observational findings with the 22nd District Agricultural Association, which operates the Del Mar Fairgrounds on July 15, 2024. They found non-compliance with the fair's smoke/vape-free policy and a lack of enforcement.
San Dieguito Alliance: Changers Changers presenting to high school students for World No Tobacco Day centered on vaping. Changers tabling sharing educational materials highlighting the environmental impact of cigarettes.
San Dieguito Alliance: Changers Changers talking about the benefits of Smokefree Housing to students
"When young people get involved, they know the pressures their peers face and can speak the language. Thank you to the young leaders for devoting personal time and paving the way toward a tobacco-free San Diego." - Joe LaCava, San Diego Council Member STAAND youth advocates and City of La Mesa Councilmember Jack Shu recognized for their efforts. Councilmember Shu led the effort to adopt a strong tobacco retail licensing. Recognizing Youth and Policymakers City of San Diego District 1 Council Member Joe LaCava and TFC Co-chairs handing awards to SAY’s CCS youth group.
San Diego City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert, represented here by Senior Policy Advisor Eric Young II, for their efforts in banning flavored tobacco products. National City Councilmember Jose Rodriguez address youth advocates for their contributions to tobacco prevention policies and promoting healthier communities. Recognizing Youth and Policymakers