Smokefree Communities
Everyone has a part to play in keeping the next generation smokefree. The following websites provide support to teachers, employers, councillors and parents looking to play their role in achieving our vision.
Smokefree WorkplacesIn addition to complying with legislation, workplaces can adopt further measures to improve workers' health, save money, and increase productivity. The Quit Group offers advice and support on creating a smokefree workplace as well as practical assistance in helping your staff stop smoking. More... |
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Smokefree CouncilsPromoting outdoor areas which children use is an important step in helping to promote positive smokefree role models for the next generation. Many New Zealand Councils are promoting playgrounds, swimming pools, parks, and events as smokefree. More... |
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Smokefree SchoolsSchool teachers and administrators have daily interaction with students and can play an important role in helping make the next generation smokefree. They are role models and educators for students, and important opinion leaders in the community. The Smokefree Schools website supports school communities to make their schools truly smokefree. More... |
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Smokefree Homes and CarsThe most important thing parents can do to protect their children from smoking is to make sure they stay smokefree themselves. However it is also important to ensure that the environment you provide to your children is safe by making your home and car smokefree. The Secondhand Smoke website provides parents with information and resources to support them to make their children's environment safe. More... |
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Smokefree MaraeAn increasing number of Marae are declaring themselves smokefree. According to Te Hotu Manawa Māori, of the 918 Marae in Aotearoa/New Zealand, over one third (320 sites) have voluntarily declared themselves totally smokefree. This is in addition to the 20% (195 sites) which are smokefree due to legal requirements, and a further 15% (129 sites) which are partially smokefree. This figure is growing every year. Te Hotu Manawa Maori run the Marae Auahi Kore programme which is designed to assist and support Marae to achieve Auahi Kore status. Further infomration about making Marae smokefree is available on Te Reo Marama's Resist website. |
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