Educating. Empowering. Ending Nicotine Addiction.
A community-driven campaign helping Douglas County end youth vaping, support families, and build a future free from nicotine addiction.
DCSmokeFree
Our Campaign
A Campaign Rooted in Community
DCSmokeFree is more than a message — it's a movement. We’re building youth-led change, connecting with parents, and empowering people to quit for good.
- Youth storytelling & real voices
- Vaping prevention events in schools
- Community murals, videos, and more
Our Impact
Campaign Impact
Together, we’re transforming awareness into action — through art, storytelling, and real community engagement.
Youth-Led Projects
Students are leading events, PSAs, and peer-led campaigns to shift the narrative around nicotine.
Public Art & Murals
Our bold murals draw community attention to youth vaping through collaborative storytelling and art.
Campaign Videos
We produce youth-focused videos that educate, inspire, and spark change across social media.
Events & Outreach
From school visits to city events, we meet people where they are — offering support, education, and connection.
Youth Nicotine Use is Evolving
Cigarettes are a thing of the past. Vaping and nicotine pouches are the real game changers.
Data Source: National Youth Tobacco Survey (2003–2023)
Key Insight: While cigarette use among youth has steadily declined over the past two decades (from 21.9% to 1.9%), e-cigarettes rapidly gained popularity after 2011, peaking at 27.5% in 2019.
Note: The sharp decline in e-cigarette use after 2019 was partially influenced by heightened awareness campaigns, flavor restrictions, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Podcast
The Everyday Epidemics Podcast
Honest conversations for public health professionals, doctors, and educators — tackling tobacco, addiction, and emerging public health issues.
Partners in Prevention — The Strategic Prevention Framework
In this episode of our *Partners in Prevention* series, Mitchell and Sidnee explore the Strategic Prevention Framework — the science-backed model guiding effective prevention work across communities. They discuss risk and protective factors, what truly shapes behavior, and how public health professionals can apply these principles to create lasting change.
30-Day Middle School Vape Talk
A daily video and conversation prompt for parents and educators to help start honest, judgment-free talks about vaping. Watch, share, and use these as simple conversation starters each day.
Stay Connected
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
Get campaign updates, public health resources, and inspiring stories from Douglas County’s movement to end youth nicotine use.