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28 June 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
contact J.R. Few
or 870-427-1365
Tobacco Prevention Advocates Thanked
Local advocates from around the state joined in attending the first annual Coalition for a Tobacco Free Arkansas’ Benefactors Luncheon at the UAMS Fay Boozman College of Public Health June 26. Styled as an opportunity to thank individuals who aided CTFA’s mission to promote a tobacco free state, the audience was welcomed by Board Chair Carla Sparks and Executive Director Katherine Donald expressing gratitude for services provided in the past and thanks in advance for the future.
Ms. Idonia Trotter (pictured) made her first appearance as Executive Director of Arkansas’ Minority Health Commission sharing her experiences working with CTFA and the willingness of the Coalition to place a tobacco free mission ahead of taking credit for success. Ms. Trotter was the first concurrent Clinton School of Public Service and Bowen School of Law graduate in May.
Local advocate and CTFA partner J.R. Few spoke about the importance of CTFA’s status as the only coalition in the state that specifically challenges the tobacco industry.
“Other public health groups may, out of necessity, focus on illness caused by tobacco but they have their own agenda, unfortunately often shaped by their national offices. CTFA’s goals are unique to Arkansas,“ he said.
Individuals interested in tobacco prevention in Arkansas can contact CTFA at 501- 687-0345 or visit www.arfreshair.com.
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