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When governments ban Tobacco Harm Reduction products, who actually wins? Hint: It’s not public health.
In our latest #GFN26 panel discussion, global experts, an investigative journalist, and a former Interpol director expose the "invisible foot" of over-regulation. Watch the full discussion to see why prohibition fails.
youtu.be/U7aiKdXGfmM
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As the 13th edition of GFN has concluded, we want to extend a massive thank you to all the panellists, policy experts and all attendees, who joined us this year.
This year’s discussions highlighted the devastating social and economic costs of product prohibition, emphasizing how ideologically driven bans undermine scientific evidence and fail the very people public health is meant to protect.
Watch @FarsalinosK’s powerful closing remarks on the true mission of public health.
youtu.be/TsYSarkNkbE
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Global Forum on Nicotine retweeted
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Closing panel of #GFN26. @DavidSweanor shares an anecdote of public health people "harassing" @papaioannoy after she opened a vape shop in his town to help people quit smoking
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The final panel discussion of #GFN26 starts at 2 PM CET! Hosted by @DavidSweanor, the session features Maria @papaioannoy-Duic, Rohan Pike, and Christopher Snowdon (@cjsnowdon) tackling "The real Costs of Prohibition". Don't miss this insightful wrap-up!
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Harm reduction is a proven, fundamental response to drug use. Yet, tobacco harm reduction is too often siloed - overlooking the communities that need it most, including people who use drugs.
It’s time to break down those silos and look at the bigger picture.
Watch the session now, live on GFNTV!
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Kicking off the final day of #GFN26 with Keynote #3! Hosted by Sarah Cooney, featuring @Tim_Andrews and @ShaneMacGuill diving into the "Economic impacts of prohibition." Watch it LIVE now on GFNTV!
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Day 2 delivered a wealth of insights on tobacco harm reduction and the latest scientific evidence. The discussions were sharp, the debates engaging, and the energy throughout the day was exceptional.
Tomorrow marks the final day of #GFN26. Join us from 9:00 AM CET for the conference's biggest panels, key conclusions, and closing discussions.
📅 See you tomorrow for Day 3!
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Global Forum on Nicotine retweeted
Jun 4
Enlightening discussion on tobacco harm reduction and illicit trade this afternoon @GFNicotine featuring @iipcic_ellis, @oscarbalmen, Dorrie Heemskerk, @VaperAce, Trevor McGaughey #GFN26
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Global Forum on Nicotine retweeted
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¡Arrancamos la segunda parte del #Día2! 🔥Paso al panel: : “El futuro del control del tabaco en Iberoamérica: entre la prohibición y la ideología, o la salud pública y los derechos humanos".
Escuchamos la visión de 6 grandes participantes. 👇🧵
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🚨 LIVE NOW during #GFN26: Ian Fearon's workshop on debunking the science used to support prohibition!
Tune in to hear expert insights from @ArielleSelya, @FarsalinosK, and Libby Clarke. Don't miss it and join us online! 👇
youtube.com/live/R-f-f-JoUtI
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Day 2 of #GFN26 is officially underway! 🚀
Tune in now for our first session of the day, featuring presentations by @etterjf and @ArielleSelya, where we’re diving into the critical impacts of prohibition on public health and ethics. Don't miss it!
youtube.com/watch?v=R-f-f-Jo…
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Day 1 of #GFN26 is in the books! Thank you to all our amazing attendees and speakers.
A special congratulations to @LynneDawkins on receiving the Michael Russell Award - well-deserved! 🏆
Rest up, because Day 2 kicks off tomorrow at 9AM! See you there! 👋
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What happens when restrictions on safer nicotine products backfire?
Join the discussion on unintended consequences, equity, and tobacco harm reduction. #GFN26
youtube.com/live/FcZDfMs8JkQ…
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We are delighted to welcome ‘Clearing the Air’ as a #GFN26 media partner.
The independent news and advocacy platform was founded in 2025 by Peter Beckett and Neil Mclaren, dedicated to tobacco and nicotine policy with a particular focus on harm reduction and smoke-free alternatives.
Published in six languages - English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Polish – you can check out ‘Clearing the Air’ here: clearingtheair.eu/en/
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*It’s Party Time*
Everyone is invited to the annual official GFN Conference Party in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Sphinx restaurant for something to eat, drink, and the chance to meet up with old friends and new. It is after the first day, at 19:30 Wednesday 3 June.
Remember, you can find out about all of the exciting session planned for #GFN26 in event programme online: gfn.events/events-timeline/g…
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As governments push forward with disposable vape bans and restrictive regulations, adult choice is increasingly being treated as a threat rather than a right.
Today, we sit down with @reemamiribrahim, Research Fellow at @Reason Magazine, to break down the growing conflict between personal freedom and state control.
youtube.com/watch?v=aSX11l-k…
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The build-up is over and #GFN26 takes place next week, from Wednesday 3 to Friday 5 June.
The weather forecast promises a 50% plus chance of rain each day, so you might want to pack a waterproof jacket.
Whether taking part in the free online streamed sessions or joining us in person at The Warsaw Presidential Hotel, make sure you’ve completed your registration: gfn.events/registration/
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