Report on No Smoking Day 2024
Mahe Co-operative College of Teacher Education, Mahe
Date:
13 March 2024
Event:
No Smoking Day 2024
No Smoking Day is observed every year on the second Wednesday of March to raise awareness about the harmful effects of smoking and to encourage people to quit tobacco use. In 2024, this significant day was celebrated on 13th March.
The event, held at Mahe Co-operative College of Teacher Education, aimed to educate students, staff, and the community about the dangerous health consequences of smoking and secondhand smoke exposure. A powerful poster was displayed to visually emphasize the theme and message of the day. The artwork depicted the emotional and physical damage smoking inflicts not just on the smoker, but also on their loved ones—especially children.
The theme for this year was "Protecting children from tobacco industry interference." This theme highlighted the importance of shielding the younger generation from the manipulative strategies employed by tobacco companies to lure them into tobacco use. It served as a call to action for educators, families, and policymakers to safeguard children's futures and promote a smoke-free environment.
Through this initiative, the college reaffirmed its commitment to public health education and encouraged everyone to take a step towards a healthier, smoke-free life.