How can you join a Community Conversation?Six communities across Missouri are hosting in-person sessions for youth and adults to discuss the the public health crisis of vaping. Choose one and register. Your registration assists the project team with planning meeting space and supplies. All are welcome. Snacks are provided. A raffle for Amazon gift cards will be held at each site.
Upcoming Sessions
Salem
Thursday, December 14, 2023 5:30 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 5:30 PM (parents and adults) Location: Salem Community Center at The Armory 1200 W Rolla St, Salem, MO 65560 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: Dent County Health Center Register 
Past Sessions
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Sedalia
Thursday, October 26, 2023 5:00 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 6:15 PM (parents and adults) Location: Heckart Community Center - Room C 1800 W 3rd St, Sedalia, MO 65301 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: Pettis County Health Center St. Louis Thursday, November 2, 2023 5:00 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 6:15 PM (parents and adults) Location: Rita Ford Community Center 3353 California Ave, St. Louis, MO 63118 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: American Lung Association Poplar Bluff Monday, November 6, 2023 6:00 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 6:00 PM (parents and adults) Location: Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce 1111 W Pine St, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: Butler County Health Department |
Bethany
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 6:00 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 6:00 PM (parents and adults) Location: First United Methodist Church 2703 Crestview Rd, Bethany, MO 64424 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: Harrison County Health Department Moberly Thursday, November 9, 2023 5:30 PM (youth, ages 13-18) 5:30 PM (parents and adults) Location: Moberly Area Community College Steffes Conference Room 101 College Avenue, Moberly, MO 65270 (GoogleMap) Hosted by: Randolph County Health Department |
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The Community Conversations project is sponsored by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Missouri Tobacco Prevention and Control Strategic Plan Workgroup. |
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What is a Community Conversation about youth vaping?A community conversation is an open forum for people to discuss the the public health crisis of vaping. Missourians are invited to share stories about the impact of vaping on their community, develop public health solutions, and provide feedback on strategies. As a participant you will be in a small group which allows ideas to be heard, considered, and discussed. No special preparation is needed. Come as you are and share your experiences and ideas. Youth and adult sessions are offered at each site.
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The Missouri Tobacco Prevention and Control State Plan (“the plan”) was developed by the Missouri Tobacco Prevention and Control Program and its state and local tobacco control partners. The plan outlines goals, objectives, and priority strategies to decrease tobacco initiation and use among youth and adults in Missouri, especially among populations more impacted by tobacco. |
How do I learn more about youth vaping? |
Where can I get help for a friend or myself?
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Christy Inskip, MPH, CHES
Youth Tobacco Use Prevention Specialist Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Tobacco Prevention and Control Program Christy.Inskip@health.mo.gov | 573-526-1880 |
Meghan Adney, MPH, CPH
Project Manager Simply Strategy mtayloradney@simplystrategy.net |
