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tobactivist [tuh-bak-tuh-vist]
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1. one who supports social justice and works to address tobacco-related disparities, such as the fact that LGBT folks smoke up to 200% more than the general population.

She's a smoking hot tobactivist! She helped me realize how queers are targeted by tobacco companies using deceptive advertising.

tobactivism [tuh-bak-tuh-viz-uhm]
-noun

1. acting up and getting involved with efforts to increase media literacy and decrease tobacco companies' negative influence on our community's wellness.

I quit smoking for me. I got involved with tobactivism for my community. I help folks realize that tobacco-related illnesses affect more of us than HIV.

A Personal Stand

Reducing or stoping tobacco use is a way to take a personal stand for yourself and our community! Check out some of the options Gay City has for LGBT folks looking to reduce or stop their tobacco use:

Our Q To Action

Gay City works to promote health and wellness in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender communities. Since tobacco use is such a prevalent health issue among LGBT people, we are working with businesses and organizations that serve our community to develop Tobacco Prevention and Control Policies.

Out-To-Quit

Gay City offers Out-to-Quit, a FREE six-week smoking cessation workshop series for LGBT folks who want to make a plan and stick to it, learn skills to handle stress, and get support in a queer environment! If you’re ready to quit or reduce your tobacco use, we’re here to support you!.

More Info

For more information or to register for Out-To-Quit, contact Lark Ballinger at lark@gaycity.org / 206-388-1710.