About Us
The Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Hawai’i (Coalition) is the only independent organization in Hawai’i dedicated to reducing tobacco use through education, policy and advocacy.
Our Life Saving Work
Tobacco use is still the number one cause of preventable death and disability in Hawai’i and the nation and causes cancer, asthma and heart disease. In addition to the human toll, tobacco use is a huge weight on our economy costing Hawai’i half a Billion dollars annually in health care costs and lost productivity.
Our vision for Hawai‘i is that one day, the death and disability from tobacco use or exposure is no longer a major public health concern. We are a community of people united by this shared vision to build a healthier Hawai‘i for all to live, work, and play.
We unite people and build leadership to advance tobacco control by:
- building partnerships and collaborations
- increasing access to prevention and cessation
- creating healthier communities
- exposing tobacco’s harm
- protecting our youth
- saving lives
Our United Force for Change
Throughout Hawai’i, more than 2,500 organizations and individuals work together to eliminate the negative health and economic impact tobacco products cause our communities.
We led the campaign to make all workplaces, restaurants and bars smoke-free, and are leading the way with new initiatives.
We continue to initiate and promote new programs for our businesses, community organizations, and families.
Join Us and Get Involved
Together, we can and do make a real difference in the lives of so many. Get involved today and make a difference in your community!
