Despite all prevention and cessation efforts, smoking remains one of the major risk factors threatening public health.
To support clinicians working in this field in accessing current scientific knowledge, to create a collaborative environment where they can share their field experiences, and to increase the effectiveness of smoking cessation services, the the Association for the Promotion of Healthy Living and Health Policies established the Smoking Use and Cessation Behaviors Academy.
Smoking Use and Cessation Behaviors Academy was established by the Association for the Promotion of Healthy Living and Health Policies pursuant to Board of Directors Resolution No. 0222 dated May 15, 2026.
The Academy aims to support the transfer of scientific knowledge into daily practice by addressing smoking and smoking cessation behaviors from the perspectives of public health, behavioral sciences, and clinical practice.
Within the scope of the Academy, there are plans to develop training programs, webinars, guidelines, and practical tools for clinicians. In this regard, the Smoking Cessation Leadership Program, which will be launched, is designed as a comprehensive development program aimed at strengthening participants’ scientific knowledge, communication skills, and field practices. The Academy also aims to contribute to sustainable knowledge generation and professional development in the field of smoking cessation by establishing a professional community structure that encourages the sharing of experiences.
Information regarding the faculty members and experts who will be part of the Academy will continue to be shared on this page following the completion of the necessary approval processes.
