January 2019
Start the Conversation: How to talk to young people about vaping
Are you concerned that the teen in your life is currently vaping, worried they may start, or simply want more information on the tobacco trend that’s been making headlines recently? We’re here to support you. Join us on Wednesday, January 23rd at Lakewood Library for “Start the Conversation: How to talk to young people about vaping.” This community dialogue is intended for parents/guardians, school staff, coaches, mentors, law enforcement, and anyone who wants to support healthy, happy youth. You’ll gain…
Find out more »March 2019
Tobacco-Free Jeffco Alliance Meeting
Save the date for our next quarterly Tobacco-Free Jeffco Alliance Meeting! Join us for “Elevating the Youth Voice: Understanding the Root Causes of Youth Nicotine & Other Substance Misuse” Wednesday, March 6, 2019; 4:30-6:30pm Jefferson County Courts and Admin Bldg – Lookout Mountain Room RSVP: http://bit.ly/MarchTFJA2019
Find out more »June 2019
Tobacco-Free Jeffco Alliance Meeting
Save the date for our June Tobacco Free Jeffco Alliance meeting! Join us for the newest installment of the Tobacco Health Equity Series, "Engaging LGBTQ+ Communities." Wednesday, June 5, 2019; 4:30 - 6:30 PM Jefferson County Public Health - Mt. Bierstadt Conference Room Free dinner provided. RSVP: http://bit.ly/JuneTFJA2019
Find out more »September 2019
Tobacco-Free Jeffco Alliance Meeting – What’s Really Driving Youth Tobacco/Vape Use?
Please join us on Wednesday, September 4th, 4:30-6:30pm, for a FREE DINNER and discussion exploring root causes of teen vaping and tobacco use. A main goal of this session is to gain a shared understanding of why an intersectional approach is important - when addressing youth vaping, and other issues affecting young people. Discussions led by: Marc Morgan, Communities that Care Work Lead, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and the Jefferson County Communities that Care Coalition RSVP is…
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December 2019
January 2020
Start the Conversation: How to Talk to Young People about Vaping
Are you concerned that the teen in your life is vaping, or worried they may start? Join us Tuesday, Jan. 28th at Pomona High School for "Start the Conversation: How to talk to young people about vaping." You'll gain important insight into the trends, health effects, and culture of youth vape use, as well as the opportunity to practice and develop valuable skills to have conversations with the youth in your life. This event is free and a light dinner…
Find out more »February 2021
Tobacco-Free Jeffco Meeting
Join the Tobacco Free Jeffco Alliance on Feb. 24 from 4-5 p.m. to Clear the Air and discuss advocacy opportunities to support smoke- and vapor-free places. We will provide an overview of the risks associated with secondhand smoke and vapor, share updates on the state's Clean Indoor Air Act, and offer ideas about ways that we can all work together to influence changes at a local level! Use this link to register.
Find out more »March 2021
Start the Conversation: How to Talk with Young People about Electronic Nicotine Devices, Vaping, and Other Challenging Topics
The Jefferson County Public Health Tobacco Prevention Initiative is offering FREE skill-building workshops to prepare trusted adults to have conversations with young people about electronic nicotine devices, vaping, and other difficult topics. To develop your skills, sign up for one of the virtual workshops being offered on March 18 or April 28; 6-7:30pm. Workshops will be held virtually. Please register at http://bit.ly/JeffcoSTC Once you register, you will receive more information to join the training. Questions? Contact Donna Viverette at…
Find out more »April 2021
Start the Conversation: How to Talk with Young People about Electronic Nicotine Devices, Vaping, and Other Challenging Topics
The Jefferson County Public Health Tobacco Prevention Initiative is offering a FREE skill-building workshop to prepare trusted adults to have conversations with young people about electronic nicotine devices, vaping, and other difficult topics. To develop your skills, sign up for the virtual workshop being offered on April 28; 6-8 pm. Workshops will be held virtually. Please register at http://bit.ly/JeffcoSTC Once you register, you will receive more information to join the training. Questions? Contact Donna Viverette at dviveret@jeffco.us.
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