Case Studies and Success Stories
Change is never without its challenges, even when it will lead to improvements in the health and well-being of communities. Fighting to end tobacco use is one such challenge. So, it’s important to stay encouraged and inspired. Here you will find case studies and success stories to help keep you motivated.
Case Study: Tribal Community Coordinating Center’s Learning Institutes Support Tribal Communities
The Tobacco Industry has long targeted American Indian and Native Alaskan communities by promoting commercial tobacco using traditional American Indian images.
Case Study: LGBTQ Minus Tobacco Leads Effort to Strengthen Concord TRL
LGBTQ Minus Tobacco is a San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit project that works with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) and allied community members to prevent tobacco addiction and reduce secondhand smoke exposure.
Case Study: Willits and Ukiah Make Progress on Tobacco Retail Licensing
The Mendocino County Tobacco Control and Prevention Coalition includes more than 30 traditional and nontraditional stakeholders working to make Mendocino County a healthier community.
Case Study: San Diegans VS. Big Tobacco
San Diegans VS. Big Tobacco was launched in spring 2021 after the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids conducted a community assessment that showed strong support for the state law that was passed in 2020 and eliminates the sale of nearly all flavored tobacco.
Success Story: Riverside County Coalition Structure
The Riverside County Coalition for Tobacco-Free Communities has found a unique way to organize itself that has led to effective ways to carry out the work of the Coalition and to achieving policy success.
Case Study: America On Track Rallies Volunteers to Ban Flavored Tobacco in Buena Park
America On Track worked with the Buena Park FIT Committee to drive support for a flavor policy restricting youth access to sweet, fruity, and menthol tobacco products.
Success Story: Hyperlocal Organizing: Postcard Campaign Led by the Community Drives Success in Hesperia
Driven by the Way Resource Center’s (Center) efforts, the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free San Bernardino County collected more than 480 postcards in support of stronger tobacco regulation in Hesperia.