Welcome to the Tobacco-Related Cancer Project!
The Tobacco-Related Cancer Project is one of eight CDC-funded national networks, working to reduce tobacco and cancer-related disparities in special populations.
In 2018, The National LGBT Cancer Network became home to the CDC-funded Tobacco Related Cancer Project. Our national network aims to reduce tobacco and cancer-related disparities in LGBTQ+ populations. We accomplish this by:
- administering a national network of partners, including CDC-funded tobacco and cancer programs, national organizations, and state and local departments of health
- Providing training and technical assistance to network members & CDC grantees
- Increasing the reach of national, state, tribal, territorial, and local interventions
- Increasing the reach of mass health communications through tailored messaging
2019 Highlights
Resource Library
Our resource library contains up-to-date information on tobacco and cancer, with a particular focus on LGBTQ populations. Here you will find research articles, webinars, videos, presentations, fact sheets, and customizable media materials.
The goal of the library is to provide easy access to a collection of the best LGBTQ cancer and tobacco-related information.
LGBTQ Inclusivity in Tobacco & Cancer Programs
In 2019, the Tobacco-Related Cancer Project conducted its inaugural Needs Assessment to evaluate current status of inclusive best practices for reaching and engaging LGBTQ communities among CDC cancer and tobacco grantee programs. The evaluation was based on our Best and Promising Practices document. The Best and Promising Practices list was originally compiled by over 30 LGBTQ public health professionals in 2007; it has been updated and undergone expert review several times since. These practices have formed the basis for our technical assistance for years. They also are the backbone of our own program evaluation. Access the Best and Promising Practices document in our Resource Library.