In collaboration with community groups, and individuals, the Tobacco Section of the Coalition spearheads tobacco prevention, education, and cessation projects in the schools and the community at large. All programs support the statewide goal of reducing tobacco use, by youth and adults by 50% before 2010.

Programs are developed to address four component areas:

Community: offering grants, training, outreach and public awareness.

School System: developing age appropriate education activities spanning pre-k through college

Enforcement: designing activities for vendor education and recognition and working with Law Enforcement on vendor compliance.

Cessation: offering stop smoking classes and support groups, nicotine replacement therapy, and follow up programs for continued success.

For more information, please call 410.638.8405 or fax 410.879.6823.

Kick Ash K.A.S.T. (Kids Against Smoking Tobacco) Youth Coalition:

The Kick Ash K.A.S.T. is a coalition for Harford County youth who want to participate in community based activities focused on tobacco prevention.  The group meets 1-2 times per month and is for middle and high school students.  Facilitated by the School Tobacco Program Specialist, past activities include making and distributing Quit Kits, participating in health fairs, and providing support for community activities all while providing a tobacco free message.  If you or someone you know would be interested in joining the Kick Ash K.A.S.T. please contact Allison Frey at 410-588-5365.