Tobacco is a Social Justice Issue
Despite the gains California has made over the past years in reducing tobacco use, some communities have been left behind.
Coalition Building
Stand in Faith Against Tobacco
Despite the gains California has made over the past years in reducing tobacco use, the tobacco industry continues to aggressively market its dangerous products to Californians on social media, in newspapers and magazines, and at the retail counter.
Tobacco Threatens California’s Environment
Tobacco products cause harm to our environment in many ways. From cigarette butts littered on beaches and the toxic waste in tobacco and vaping products to secondhand smoke pollution, tobacco poses a significant threat to California’s air, water, and wildlife.
Engaging Labor Unions
Labor unions are comprised of workers from many sectors of the economy who agree to have the labor union represent them in negotiating with management over working conditions, pay, and benefits with their employer.
Big Tobacco Hurts California Workers
Despite the gains California has made over the years in reducing tobacco use, the tobacco industry continues to aggressively market its dangerous products to Californians, particularly to the same communities that labor unions fight for: Black, Latino, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander, LGBTQ+, Tribal and people with low-economic status.