Global Forum on Nicotine

Are you getting excited about #GFN26? We’re delighted to offer an exclusive accommodation discount at the Warsaw Presidential for the duration of the conference. Book before 4 May 2026 to secure the special rate via our accommodation page. gfn.events/conference-log…

Despite low female smoking rates in the country, women face unique, hidden challenges when trying to access safer nicotine alternatives. Hannah Chidaya shares her personal and professional motivations for bringing these voices to light. #GFNInsights

Watch full interview with @JCICJeannie, available now on GFNTV! youtube.com/watch?v=8DXJVh…

Smoking is a leading cause of preventable death, yet the debate over safer nicotine alternatives divides experts. Are policies driven by fear blocking smokers from less harmful options? When evidence is overwhelming, harm reduction must play a bigger role in global health.

Twenty years later, has the global fight against smoking lost its way? According to tobacco policy and international law expert Jeannie Cameron @JCICJeannie, the answer is yes. WHO’s landmark treaty has drifted far from its original purpose. Instead of focusing on reducing smoking-related disease, it has morphed into a system hostile to tobacco harm reduction. Watch the full breakdown on how prohibitionist thinking and NGO influence are shaping the future of public health. youtu.be/8DXJVhy14uE

Why are consumer voices sidelined in the nicotine discussion? @Kurt_Yeo joins GFNTV to discuss the launch of @THR_Global and how we can turn personal testimonials into a wall of evidence. It's time to move the needle. youtu.be/0ti1LPtsU8s

In a region where life-saving health services were once considered "against the law," pioneers like Eli risked everything to provide outreach and support to marginalized communities. Hear Elias's story to learn how evidence, passion, and persistence are changing the landscape of public health in the Middle East and North Africa.

We were overwhelmed with the quantity and quality of submissions for #GFN26 Science Lab – always a hugely popular aspect of our science-focussed event. Science Lab will see THR researchers presenting their work to the #GFN26 audience and discussing their work. Details can be found in this week’s newsletter and on our online programme #segment-2666" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">gfn.events/events-timelin…

Watch full interview with Rohan Pike, available on GFNTV! youtube.com/watch?v=zowWIF…

In Australia, 85% of the total nicotine market is now illicit. Why? Because when you make the legal process a headache, people look elsewhere. From pharmacy-only rules to restricted flavors, over-regulation has created a massive underground industry.

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For too long, nicotine consumers have been sidelined in the global health debate. It’s time to change the narrative. Today we sit down with @godfreywill to discuss the launch of THR Global - a platform designed to turn your personal journey into undeniable evidence. youtu.be/T15o95o6PRc

For years, Australia doubled down on prohibition, but the result is clear: the market didn’t disappear - it moved to organized crime. In GFNTV Interviews, Brent Stafford speaks with Rohan Pike on how policy failures fueled a billion-dollar black market. youtu.be/zowWIFtN7DE

Our second discussion panel at #GFN26 is titled ‘Dealing with the health, wellbeing and ethical impacts of prohibition’. Safer nicotine products are increasingly popular assisting those quitting smoking. Evidence continues to support the game-changing effect this can have on individual and community health. Be part of the discussion by registering here: gfn.events/registration/

2nd science-focused parallel session at #GFN26: “Do smoke-free product/flavour bans work?” Hosted by Dr Mohamadi Sarkar, joined by Marina Murphy, Evan Winiger, Ryan Seltzer & Jagannath Sarangapani. Dr Sarkar: “Rigorous, evidence-based evaluation of whether bans reduce youth use without limiting adult switching options.” Register: gfn.events/registration/

Is misinformation standing in the way of public health? In our latest episode of GFN Insights, we sit down with Marcelline Akinyi to discuss the challenging landscape of nicotine awareness in Kenya.

.@GlobalStateTHR is accepting royalty-free contributions to this global gallery to document these changes as they happen. flickr.com/photos/gsthr

The world is shifting right under our noses. From traditional tobacconists closing their doors to the rise of vape shops on every corner, the landscape is unrecognizable compared to just a decade ago. @GlobalStateTHR is building a visual library of this evolution and you can help.

@GlobalStateTHR Want to contribute? If you have photos of tobacco harm reduction products, Jon wants to hear from you! Contributors are credited, helping build a global resource for the THR community. Contact details are provided in the video description.

The world of tobacco is changing - are you capturing it? In today's episode of GFN Insights, Jon Derricott dives into the creation of the @GlobalStateTHR Image Library, a royalty-free Flickr resource dedicated to documenting the global evolution of tobacco and nicotine products. youtu.be/VqglCofaLiI

The first of our two science-focused parallel sessions at #GFN26 is “Debunking the science used to support prohibition.” Hosted by Dr. Ian Fearon, featuring Dr. Arielle Selya, Dr. Konstantinos Farsalinos & Libby Clarke. “Ian: Regulatory bans pose an existential threat to Tobacco Harm Reduction and improving adult smokers’ lives.” Register now: gfn.events/registration/