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At Truth Initiative, we are committed to a future free from lifelong addiction, fostering healthier lives and a more resilient nation. We are the nation’s largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to preventing youth and young adult nicotine addiction and empowering quitting for all.

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By driving behavior and policy change, we prevent addiction, increase quitting, reduce nicotine dependence, and expand cessation support and access. All backed by rigorous research and evaluation.

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    This is Quitting

    The first-of-its-kind program to help young people quit vaping, This is Quitting has helped over 750,000 youth and young adults on their journey to quit vaping. Learn more about how it works and the additional resources available for parents of young vapers and for adults who want to quit.

    Teens and young adults can join for free by texting DITCHVAPE to 88709

    Parents, educators, and other interested parties can download or order printed flyers and palm cards with information about enrolling in the program here.

    By texting DITCHVAPE to 88709, you consent to recurring messages from Truth Initiative to help you quit vaping, and agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. Text STOP to opt-out. Text HELP for info. Msg & Data Rates May Apply. 

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    Stacey Younger Gagosian

    Stacey Younger Gagosian has worked in politics and policy for nearly 3 decades.

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    Amy Taylor

    Amy Taylor is a seasoned advocate and leader, currently serving as the Chief Development and Engagement Officer at Truth Initiative.

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    Gary Tang

    Gary Tang is the Chief Financial and Investment Officer at Truth Initiative, where he provides strategic financial leadership and oversees all aspects of the

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    Kendric Dartis

    Dr. Kendric Dartis is the Vice President of Outreach and Engagement at Truth Initiative, America's largest nonprofit public health organizatio

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    Christy Hartsell

    Christy Hartsell is responsible for leading our efforts to engage with companies, government entities, foundations and other organizations to provide critica

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    Anna Spriggs has been a key player in the success of Truth Initiative from the beginning, joining the organization as its second employee in 1999 and serving

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    Kathy Crosby

    Kathy Crosby is the CEO and President of Truth Initiative, the nation's largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to achieving a culture wh