We are changing the social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco!
We are changing the social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco!
Our goal is to change the commercial tobacco use policy at the Twin Cities American Indian work sites to include parking lots, grounds, and sidewalks.** We fully support traditional tobacco use.
One of the biggest challenges in the American Indian community is secondhand smoke by the doorways, sidewalks, and around community events. Secondhand smoke exposure can cause cancer, heart disease, and other health problems.* Secondhand smoke also contains the same carcinogenic/toxic chemicals as the person who is smoking.*
You can help us protect you and your loved ones from secondhand smoke by signing this petition for us Mashkiki Ogichidaag “Medicine Warriors” Youth Program. You can show your support to these worksites (i.e. board of directors, employees, and the community members they serve) to help change social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco.
You can change a policy but it takes a community to create the change.
Please view our PSA videos created by our Mashkiki Ogichidaag "Medicine Warriors" youth.
* American Cancer Society, http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/CancerCauses/TobaccoCancer/secondhand-smoke
**. Designated smoking area optional.
Updates
October 12, 2012
The feedback regarding our initiative to separate traditional practices from commercial tobacco use has been encouraging. We are currently preparing to present these signatures to the board of directors to illustrate the depth of community concern regarding secondhand smoke exposure at our work sites.
October 12, 2012
The reach of this petition has grown significantly and shows a clear commitment to prioritizing the health of our community. This momentum confirms that people are ready to embrace a return to traditional tobacco use while distancing themselves from the dangers of commercial products.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2012
6 Comments
Finally. Tired of walking through clouds of smoke just to get into the building. Keep the grounds clean for everyone.
so sick of the secondhand smoke in the parking lots. make the whole campus smoke free already
my lungs cant take it anymore. pls fix this
TOTALY AGREE. cant even walk in the front door without choking on fumes. stop it now.
Commercial tobacco is a bad influence on the youth. Let's get back to our roots and keep the air clear.
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We are changing the social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco!
We are changing the social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco!
Our goal is to change the commercial tobacco use policy at the Twin Cities American Indian work sites to include parking lots, grounds, and sidewalks.** We fully support traditional tobacco use.
One of the biggest challenges in the American Indian community is secondhand smoke by the doorways, sidewalks, and around community events. Secondhand smoke exposure can cause cancer, heart disease, and other health problems.* Secondhand smoke also contains the same carcinogenic/toxic chemicals as the person who is smoking.*
You can help us protect you and your loved ones from secondhand smoke by signing this petition for us Mashkiki Ogichidaag “Medicine Warriors” Youth Program. You can show your support to these worksites (i.e. board of directors, employees, and the community members they serve) to help change social norms of our community and returning to the traditional use of tobacco by saying "NO!" to commercial tobacco.
You can change a policy but it takes a community to create the change.
Please view our PSA videos created by our Mashkiki Ogichidaag "Medicine Warriors" youth.
* American Cancer Society, http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/CancerCauses/TobaccoCancer/secondhand-smoke
**. Designated smoking area optional.
Updates
October 12, 2012
The feedback regarding our initiative to separate traditional practices from commercial tobacco use has been encouraging. We are currently preparing to present these signatures to the board of directors to illustrate the depth of community concern regarding secondhand smoke exposure at our work sites.
October 12, 2012
The reach of this petition has grown significantly and shows a clear commitment to prioritizing the health of our community. This momentum confirms that people are ready to embrace a return to traditional tobacco use while distancing themselves from the dangers of commercial products.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2012
6 Comments
YES! about time we respect the traditional ways and quit these nasty store bought cigarettes poisoning our kids
Finally. Tired of walking through clouds of smoke just to get into the building. Keep the grounds clean for everyone.
so sick of the secondhand smoke in the parking lots. make the whole campus smoke free already
my lungs cant take it anymore. pls fix this
TOTALY AGREE. cant even walk in the front door without choking on fumes. stop it now.
Commercial tobacco is a bad influence on the youth. Let's get back to our roots and keep the air clear.
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YES! about time we respect the traditional ways and quit these nasty store bought cigarettes poisoning our kids