Stonnington is proud to join health promotion foundation VicHealth and more than 40 organisations across the state as part of a new $2 million initiative to empower young people to say no to vaping.
Delivered by VicHealth, Vape-Free Victoria will see 29 local councils, five universities, five sporting bodies and teams, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, Quit Victoria and the Victorian Government work together to support young people aged 14 to 25 to understand the harms of vaping.
The rise of vaping among young people is a significant concern for Council, with over a quarter of teenagers (aged 12-17) in Victoria having vaped.
Stonnington is committed to supporting schools and the broader community in addressing this growing public health issue, as outlined in Council's Safer Stonnington Community Safety Plan 2024-2027.
In partnership with Glen Eira, Port Phillip, Bayside and Kingston councils, Stonnington will deliver a youth-focused initiative that includes a series of youth forums and the development of engaging creative content to increase awareness of the harms of vaping and help youths say no to vaping.
As well as working with neighbouring councils, Stonnington will also continue to collaborate with local public health units and other local organisations to deliver community-led projects, such as educational workshops for health providers and collaborating with local schools and sports clubs to promote anti-vaping messages.
If you or someone you know needs support to stop vaping, contact Quit via phone, SMS, WhatsApp, or Facebook Messenger.
