INHPF Joint Statement on World No Tobacco Day 2025
Unmasking Tobacco Industries: Protecting Children to Secure Their Future
On World No Tobacco Day 2025, the International Network of Health Promotion Foundations (INHPF) issues a joint statement calling for bold, coordinated action to protect children and adolescents from the evolving threats of tobacco and nicotine products.
We join the World Health Organization and global partners in unmasking industry tactics that package addiction behind sleek designs, sweet flavours, and youth-driven branding.As youth vaping rates continue to rise, INHPF urges stronger cross-sector policies and community action to safeguard future generations.
Key Messages
- 37 million youth aged 13–15 currently use tobacco products worldwide
- In some regions, e-cigarette use among adolescents exceeds adult use
- The appeal is designed. The harm is real
Our Call to Action
INHPF calls on governments, institutions, and communities to:
- Align prevention across systems – from health and education to digital safety and trade
- Ban vapes completely – and close legal loopholes
- Enforce a total ad ban – especially across youth-targeted digital platforms
- Implement WHO FCTC Article 5.3 – to protect policies from industry interference
- Invest in community-led promotion – enabling children to grow up healthy and nicotine-free
“A tobacco-free generation is not only possible — it depends on the actions we take today.”
- Read the Full Joint Statement
- Date issued: 30 May 2025
- Learn more from WHO
About INHPF
INHPF is a global network of national health promotion foundations committed to advancing evidence-based strategies, collaboration, and equity. We work together to address emerging health challenges and promote healthier communities—especially for the next generation.
