LGBTQ Minus Tobacco

09/18/2026

It's National Recovery Month!

Did you know dancing can actually help you quit to***co? Moving your body is a great way to shake off stress and boredom — two of the biggest triggers when it comes to cravings. So next time you feel the urge, turn up your favorite song and dance it out instead!

Recovery looks different for everyone, but every step (or dance move) counts. If you're ready to quit, we've got free resources to help you get there. 💛

👉 https://www.cyanonline.org/quit-to***co

Tell us in the comments: what's your go-to song when you need to de-stress and dance it out? 🎵👇

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09/18/2026

Mark your calendars and register today!

Attention, California families and providers of transgender youth!

Join us for a crucial and timely webinar: “Healthcare Protections and Access: What California Families of Transgender Youth Need to Know.”

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026 🗓️

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM ⏰

Hear from our expert panel:
Kathie Moehlig, Executive Director & Founder, TransFamily Support Services
Dannie Ceseña, Director, California LGBTQ Health & Human Services Network
Antonio Page-Kahn, Staff Attorney II (Transgender Rights Project), Bet Tzedek - The House of Justice

Huge thanks to our amazing co-sponsors for making this possible: Gender Affirming Professionals,
Los Angeles LGBT Center, and Rainbow Families Action! 🏳️‍⚧️

Register today at: tinyurl.com/CareProtections

09/17/2026

$2,500 Community Collaboration Award — Now Accepting Applications!

Got a group, org, or community leader in Livermore or Pleasant Hill who's always looking for ways to make an impact? This one's for them. 👇

LGBTQ Minus To***co is partnering with one local organization or community member to tackle to***co-prevention outreach and education — and we're bringing $2,500, hands-on support, and our full expertise to the table.

What's involved?
🎤 Hosting a community event
🏛️ Presenting to elected officials or local orgs
🤝 Outreach & tabling with residents
✍️ Writing letters to the editor

Partnership runs: Dec 7, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Want to learn more first? Join our free info webinar on Sept 30th at 5 PM — bring your questions!
Register for the Webinar: https://forms.gle/1wqhujd7AkXWQA3q6)

Applications close October 12, 2026 — don't wait!
Apply Now: https://forms.gle/gdbWsuZQrFABHjX67

Know someone who'd be perfect for this? Tag them below or share this post!

Questions? Reach out to Jimmy at jimmy@lgbtqminusto***co.com

***coPrevention

09/14/2026

Happy National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month!

Every flag tells a story — of family, of culture, of identity, of pride. This month, we're celebrating the beautiful overlap between our Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ+ communities, because health equity means showing up for ALL of who you are.

Big To***co has spent decades targeting our communities with predatory marketing. We're flipping the script — through outreach, education, and advocacy that centers YOU.

Want to get involved or learn more? Head to https://www.lgbtqminusto***co.org/

09/10/2026

Thinking about quitting ni****ne? Sharing this great opportunity!

The Collective Coalition (San Diego) is hosting QUIT NIC! — a free monthly virtual workshop made by and for the q***r community, led by Elena (they/she), a certified To***co Treatment Specialist.

No judgment, just support.
Every 3rd Wednesday at 2pm
Next session: September 17th

Whether you're just starting to think about quitting or you're already on the journey, this is a great space to get support.

Scan the QR code to register now!

***coFree

09/10/2026

The U.S. throws away 500,000 disposable vapes a day. If we took all the vapes sold in 2023 and lined them up, it would stretch over 8,700 miles. That’s three times the width of the US. Gavin Newsom should sign AB 762 to stop this excessive contributor to electronic waste.

Sign the petition: https://pirg.org/california/take-action/tell-the-governor-stop-disposable-vape-waste/

09/01/2026

This National Recovery Month, we're celebrating every kind of recovery — including the fight to quit to***co.

Big To***co has spent decades targeting our community. Choosing recovery, in any form, is an act of resilience and self-love.

Whatever milestone you're celebrating this month, we're cheering you on. Find support and resources here → https://www.lgbtqminusto***co.org/quitting-smoking-va**ng

08/24/2026

Happy National Wellness Month!

"Accept no one's definition of your life, define yourself." — Harvey Fierstein

Wellness isn't one-size-fits-all — it's about showing up for yourself in the ways that matter most to you, whether that's mental health, physical health, community connection, or breaking free from habits that no longer serve you (looking at you, to***co ).

This month, we're celebrating everyone taking steps — big or small — toward defining their own path to a healthier life.

***coFree

08/21/2026

New school year, new you?

Real talk: quitting va**ng doesn't just clear your lungs — it can clear your head too. Research shows depression symptoms often ease up after quitting ni****ne. So while you're leveling up your class schedule this year, why not level up your mental health too?

You don't have to do it alone — free help is just a click away.

👉 https://www.cyanonline.org/quit-to***co

08/19/2026

Attention, Concord Residents!!!

The California LGBTQ Health & Human Services Network is gathering community input to better understand how local policies shape alcohol and substance use. Share your experiences through a community health survey and help inform programs that support LGBTQ+ communities.

See if you qualify for the full study—start with a quick eligibility screener: https://criticalpublichealth.org/leas-screener