Coalition Form

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San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program

Who We Are

In the American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control (SOTC) 2021 National Report, only 3 out of 22 cities in San Bernardino County, California, have a passing grade on policies for smokefree outdoor environments, smokefree housing, and reducing sales of tobacco products.

Tobacco impacts all of our lives. To learn more about how it affects our communities and what you can do, click below:

ALL SECONDHAND SMOKE IS HARMFUL
Don’t be fooled by how they look or smell Take action HERE

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NICOTINE: TASTES LIKE CANDY, WORKS LIKE POISON
Take action, visit flavorshookkids.org and click on the Do Something link on the top of the page.

Who We Are

The San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program (SBCTCP) serves in the capacity of the Local Lead Agency for tobacco prevention and control efforts in San Bernardino County. With funding support from the California Department of Public Health – Tobacco Control Program, SBCTCP is administered by the California Health Collaborative to implement a comprehensive tobacco control plan designed to mitigate the impacts of tobacco in the county.

What We Do

Through community collaborations, youth engagement and the implementation of policy campaigns, SBCTCP aims to:

  1. Advance efforts by incorporated cities in San Bernardino County to adopt a policy that requires retailers to obtain a tobacco retail license (TRL) that regulates the sale and distribution of tobacco products, including flavored and electronic smoking devices (ESD);
  2. Establish a Youth Advisory Board that facilitates the engagement of youth in the program’s tobacco control efforts;
  3. Mobilize community members and youth advocates to promote the adoption of tobacco-free policies in outdoor non-recreational areas of incorporated communities in the county; and
  4. Maintain a diverse community coalition that supports and guides the tobacco control efforts in the county.

Coalition Form

Youth Advisory Coalition

The San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program (SBCTCP) Youth Advisory Coalition was established to ensure students have an opportunity to take the lead and create meaningful change in their communities in tobacco control efforts. Youth Advisory Coalition members will be provided with fun, innovative training on tobacco prevention, leadership skills, public speaking, data collection, policy/advocacy work, working with elected officials and social norm change. Using these skills, advisory board members will be assisted in planning and organizing their own tobacco control efforts in their respective communities on the issues of tobacco-free outdoor recreation areas and healthcare facilities and/or zoning and density of tobacco retailers.

Responsibilities

Coalition Member’s responsibilities include:

  • Attend meetings twice a month and events
  • Participate in trainings
  • Attend 80% of meetings
  • At least once a year present with staff or peers to local community organizations, city council members, city staff, or state legislators on coalition efforts
  • Attend and volunteer at 1 community event/project

Incentives to Participate

By participating, youth will receive:

  • Leadership training
  • Understanding of local politics
  • Incentives during meetings including promotional gear and snacks
  • Opportunity to attend a Youth Leadership Summit
  • Letters of recommendation for university applications, employment and other programs
  • Opportunity to fulfill volunteer / community service hours

    Student Information











    Parent / Guardian Information









    Consent to photograph, audio, or videotape a student for non-profit use*
    I hereby consent to the participation in interviews, the use of quotes, and the taking of photographs, audio or video of the student named above by the California Health Collaborative, San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program. I also grant to the right to edit, use, and reuse said products for non-profit purposes including use in print, on the internet, and all other forms of media. I also hereby release the California Health Collaborative, San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program, and its agents and employees from all claims, demands, and liabilities whatsoever in connection with the above.

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    Transportation and Liability Release*
    I give permission for the student to participate in the San Bernardino County Tobacco Control Program Youth Advisory Coalition. I agree I will not hold the California Health Collaborative, California Department of Public Health, and/or my son/daughter’s High School, their employees, or agents responsible for any injury or sickness my child may incur during this program. I also confirm my decision listed above to allow/ not allow (mark one) my child to be transported by California Health Collaborative staff during the school year. I agree I will not hold the California Health Collaborative, California Department of Public Health, and/or my son/daughter’s High School, their employees, or agents responsible if I decide to allow them to transport my child for program activities or events.

    I do not want California Health Collaborative staff to transport my child
    California Health Collaborative staff may transport my child to and from program related events/activities