Introduction

Dear Smoke-Free Policy Advocates:

Implementing policies that substantially limit or eliminate commercial tobacco use in tribally-controlled spaces is an effective way of reducing the health risks associated with secondhand smoke exposure. Despite common misconceptions about non-smoking sections and expensive ventilation systems, 100% smoke-free polices remain the only proven method of protecting tribal members, employees, and tribal business patrons from the dangers of secondhand smoke.

The Tribal Smoke-Free Policy Toolkit [3rd Edition] will assist your efforts to plan and implement an effective smoke-free policy that is appropriate for your tribal community. The toolkit contains the benefits of smoke-free policies, community readiness assessments, and sample resolutions and ordinances that can be adapted to meet your needs.

As states and local municipal governments move toward securing smoke-free public spaces for their citizens, smoke-free polices are becoming the global trend. Tribal governments have a unique opportunity to protect those individuals residing, working, or visiting sovereign tribal lands. Everyone should have the right to breathe clean air.

Special thanks to all the contributors who made this resource possible.

If you would like technical assistance developing a tribal smoke-free policy or a policy advocacy campaign please contact us at 1.800.562.4957

Sincerely,

National Native Network

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