Tobacco use is still the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the country and leads to 480,000 deaths in the U.S. each year from cigarette smoking alone.
Truth Initiative
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, DC 19,368 followers
Truth Initiative is dedicated to achieving a culture where young people reject smoking, vaping and nicotine.
About us
Truth Initiative is America’s largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to a future where tobacco and nicotine addiction are things of the past. Our mission is clear: achieve a culture where young people reject smoking, vaping, and nicotine. The truth about tobacco and the tobacco industry are at the heart of our proven-effective and nationally recognized truth® public education campaign, our rigorous and scientific research and policy studies, and our innovative community and youth engagement programs supporting populations at high risk of using tobacco. The Washington D.C.-based organization, formerly known as Legacy, was established and funded through the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement between attorneys general from 46 states, five U.S. territories and the tobacco industry. More than 100 talented individuals with expertise including law, policy, communications, marketing, academia and research work at Truth Initiative. We encourage you to learn more about our work speaking, seeking and spreading the truth about smoking, vaping, and nicotine by visiting truthinitiative.org.
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External link for Truth Initiative
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- Public Health, Tobacco Control, Youth Marketing, Health Equity, and Social Justice
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900 G Street NW
Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20001, US
Employees at Truth Initiative
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Elizabeth Kenny
Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Truth Initiative
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Amanda Graham, PhD
Chief Health Officer, Truth Initiative | Professor of Medicine (adjunct), Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
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Adrienne Neal, PHR, SHRM-CP
Vice President, Human Resources at Truth Initiative
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RG Logan
SVP Brand Marketing & Strategy at Truth Initiative
Updates
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Truth Initiative reposted this
"How many flavors do we really need to meet consumer satisfaction." #ICYMI Kathy Crosby, Chief Executive and President of The Truth Initiative, shared her thoughts on the variety of vape flavors accessible to consumers and discussed whether stricter limitations might be necessary. #GTNF
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Truth Initiative is committed to protecting preventive care for all—because everyone deserves access to life-saving services like cancer screenings, STI testing, and vaccinations. #preventivecare #ACA #HealthEquity #Braidwood
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The 2024 NYTS data is in: Overall, tobacco product use among middle and high school students declined from 1.56M to 1.21M, the lowest level ever measured by NYTS. Despite these declines, approx. 1 in 12 middle & HS students reported current use of any tobacco product in 2024, showing a continued need for comprehensive and sustained implementation of evidence-based tobacco control strategies.
Youth Tobacco Product Use at a 25-Year Low, Yet Disparities Persist
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Truth Initiative reposted this
Twenty five years ago, Formula 1 said it would quit Big Tobacco. They haven't kept their word and, even worse, may be opening new doors for the industry. Shouldn't we be worried? NEW Driving Addiction report tells all. Visit the 🔗. https://bit.ly/3NplEfl #ExposeTobacco #DrivingAddiction
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By making information about the health effects of tobacco use accessible and providing tools to quit if they are already vaping, parents and educators can make a huge difference during this critical time for youth tobacco and nicotine use. https://brnw.ch/21wNGg7
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The association between nicotine and sleep may indicate a similar trend – young people may be vaping nicotine to cope with symptoms of disrupted sleep, not realizing that nicotine may be part of the problem.
How does vaping nicotine impact sleep?
truthinitiative.org
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If you or someone you know is trying to quit nicotine, join EX and CAI (Cicatelli Associates Inc) TODAY at 1PM, EST. Explore practical coping techniques, the impact of trauma on overall health, and more: https://brnw.ch/21wNyXO
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Tobacco-Free Recovery: A Discussion on the Relationship Between Trauma, Coping, and the Quitting Journey. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
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Nearly 60% of people signing up for Truth Initiative nicotine cessation programs say they primarily want help quitting e-cigarettes, according to chief health officer Amanda Graham, PhD. Learn more in TIME:
Having Trouble Quitting Vaping? You're Not the Only One
time.com
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Truth Initiative reposted this
📅 AOCS25 is now accepting abstracts through October 11, 2024! Showcase your research in an engaged, inspiring forum. We invite ✅ Full-time nonprofits, ✅ Education employees, ✅ and Government Employees to submit an abstract for consideration. Work at a for-profit company or agency? Become a sponsor to secure a speaking opportunity. Find all submission details here: https://lnkd.in/gT3eKQax
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