Position Statements

Joint Statements from the National Networks Consortium:

•  Data Collection Gaps and Best Practices Series (October 2011)
  The allied national networks consortium strongly urges all policymakers and researchers to ensure data collection addresses the populations most at risk for tobacco disparities.

•  Recommendations to Include Disparate Populations in Health Funding Awards (February 2011)
  The allied national networks state that a comprehensive approach to public health must include targeted responses to reduce health disparities. 

•  Priority Populations and Tobacco Control (March 2009)
  The allied national networks have identified major priorities to support efforts to reduce tobacco use among adults and youth. 

Additional position statements from individual networks and partners:

 Network for LGBT Health Equity Position Statement on LGBT Cultural Competency in Funding (September 2011)

 National African American Tobacco Prevention Network Policy Position on The Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (October 2010)

 National LGBT Tobacco Control Network Policy Statement on Comprehensive Cessation Services (September 2010)

 National LGBT Tobacco Control Network Statement to State Departments of Health to Encourage Inclusion of LGBT Communities in Disparities Planning Component of Stimulus Funded Wellness Applications (October 2009) 

 National Network on Tobacco Prevention and Poverty Position Statement on Use of Snus as a Harm Reduction Product (March 2007)

 National LGBT Tobacco Control Network Policy Statement: LGBT Cultural Competence in Smoking Treatment Quitlines (November 2006)

 West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Position Statement Opposing Use of Smokeless Tobacco as a Less Harmful Cessation Treatment in West Virginia (October 2006)