Strengthen the implementation of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control in all countries, as appropriate.
Project 1: Smoke-Free Workplace Legislation
Specific: Advocate for and enact a national law banning smoking in all workplaces and public spaces.
Measurable: Track the passage of the legislation, monitor compliance rates through inspections.
Achievable: Partner with public health agencies and anti-smoking advocacy groups.
Result-Oriented: Increase compliance with smoke-free laws by establishments to 80% within one year.
Time-Bound: Develop a policy brief and advocacy plan within 3 months, lobby policymakers for 6 months, and monitor compliance for 1 year post-enactment.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in self-reported workplace smoking exposure among employees.
Project 2: Graphic Health Warning Label Campaign
Specific: Launch a public awareness campaign featuring graphic health warning labels on cigarette packaging and billboards.
Measurable: Track campaign reach through media impressions and social media engagement.
Achievable: Partner with media outlets and public health organizations, utilize impactful visuals and messaging.
Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of the health risks of tobacco use by 20% within the campaign period.
Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials within 2 months, launch the campaign for 3 months, and conduct post-campaign surveys within 1 month.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in public attitudes towards smoking and perceptions of health risks.
Project 3: School-Based Tobacco Prevention Programs
Specific: Implement interactive tobacco prevention workshops in all public middle and high schools nationwide.
Measurable: Track the number of schools participating and students reached, monitor changes in knowledge and attitudes towards tobacco.
Achievable: Partner with the Ministry of Education, develop age-appropriate curriculum, and train teachers.
Result-Oriented: Increase student knowledge of the harmful effects of tobacco by 75% within one academic year.
Time-Bound: Develop curriculum within 3 months, train teachers within 2 months, and implement programs throughout the following academic year.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in student attitudes towards smoking and intentions to use tobacco.
Project 4: Increased Tobacco Taxes and Pricing Policies
Specific: Advocate for a significant increase in tobacco taxes and implement minimum pricing policies.
Measurable: Track changes in tobacco product prices, monitor tax revenue generated.
Achievable: Partner with economic and finance ministries, present data on the effectiveness of such policies.
Result-Oriented: Increase the average price of cigarettes by 25% within one year.
Time-Bound: Conduct research on optimal tax rates within 2 months, lobby policymakers for 6 months, and monitor price changes for 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in smoking prevalence among different income groups, with a focus on potential reductions for price-sensitive populations.
Project 5: Cessation Support Programs and Hotlines
Specific: Establish a national toll-free quitline and expand access to evidence-based smoking cessation programs.
Measurable: Track the number of calls received by the quitline, monitor program enrollment and completion rates.
Achievable: Partner with healthcare providers and NGOs, train counselors, and utilize various communication channels (phone, online).
Result-Oriented: Increase the number of individuals seeking cessation support services by 30% within one year.
Time-Bound: Establish the quitline infrastructure within 3 months, develop program materials within 2 months, and launch services within 6 months.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Track self-reported quit rates among individuals who utilized cessation support services, potentially through follow-up surveys.
Project 6: Ban on Tobacco Advertising and Sponsorship
Specific: Advocate for and enact a comprehensive ban on all forms of tobacco advertising and sponsorship.
Measurable: Track the passage of the legislation and monitor compliance by media outlets and event organizers.
Achievable: Partner with media regulators and sports associations, raise awareness about the marketing tactics of the tobacco industry.
Result-Oriented: Reduce tobacco advertising exposure through various media channels by 70% within one year.
Time-Bound: Develop a policy brief and advocacy plan within 3 months, lobby policymakers for 6 months, and monitor compliance for 1 year post-enactment.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct media monitoring studies at baseline and end-line to assess changes in tobacco advertising exposure across different channels.
Project 7: E-Cigarette and Vaping Regulations
Specific: Develop and implement regulations for e-cigarettes and vaping products, including restrictions on sales, marketing, and flavors.
Measurable: Track the development and enactment of regulations, monitor compliance by retailers and manufacturers.
Achievable: Partner with public health agencies and consumer protection authorities, utilize existing regulatory frameworks for tobacco products.
Result-Oriented: Reduce the availability and appeal of e-cigarettes and vaping products among youth by 20% within one year.
Time-Bound: Develop regulatory framework within 4 months, advocate for its adoption within 6 months, and monitor compliance for 1 year.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in e-cigarette and vaping product use among adolescents and young adults.
Project 8: Alternative Livelihood Programs for Tobacco Farmers
Specific: Develop and implement support programs for tobacco farmers transitioning to alternative crops or income sources.
Measurable: Track the number of farmers participating in the program, monitor the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices.
Achievable: Partner with agricultural extension services and NGOs, provide training and financial assistance.
Result-Oriented: Increase the number of tobacco farmers transitioning to alternative livelihoods by 40% within two years.
Time-Bound: Develop program structure and identify potential alternative crops within 3 months, pilot the program with a small group within 6 months, and scale up based on success.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Track changes in tobacco cultivation areas and overall tobacco production volumes as farmers shift towards alternative crops.
Project 9: Public Awareness Campaigns on Secondhand Smoke
Specific: Launch public awareness campaigns highlighting the dangers of secondhand smoke exposure, particularly for children.
Measurable: Track campaign reach through media impressions and social media engagement.
Achievable: Partner with public health organizations and media outlets, utilize compelling narratives and visuals.
Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of the health risks of secondhand smoke by 30% within the campaign period.
Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials within 2 months, launch the campaign for 3 months, and conduct post-campaign surveys within 1 month.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line to assess changes in public attitudes towards smoking in public spaces and intentions to protect others from secondhand smoke exposure.
Project 10: Smoke-Free Housing Policies
Specific: Advocate for and implement smoke-free policies in all public housing units and multi-unit residential buildings.
Measurable: Track the passage of smoke-free housing policies, monitor compliance rates through tenant surveys and building inspections.
Achievable: Partner with housing authorities and tenant advocacy groups, address concerns about ventilation and enforcement.
Result-Oriented: Increase the number of smoke-free housing units by 60% within two years.
Time-Bound: Develop policy proposals within 3 months, lobby policymakers and housing authorities for 6 months, and monitor compliance for 2 years.
Impact Assessment:
3.a.1: Conduct surveys at baseline and end-line among residents of multi-unit housing to assess changes in reported exposure to secondhand smoke within their homes.
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