Together for Arab communities free from tobacco-related harm
The Arab Union for Tobacco Control brings together Arab associations, experts and institutions. It develops awareness, training and cessation programmes while addressing both conventional and emerging tobacco and nicotine products.
A regional union bringing Arab expertise together
The Arab Union for Tobacco Control (AUTC) is a regional non-governmental union bringing together Arab associations, organisations and individuals working to control tobacco use and reduce its harmful impact. The Union's founding president is Dr Wael Safwat.
AUTC works in coordination with Arab joint-action institutions and specialist regional and international organisations, foremost among them the World Health Organization. Its priorities include protecting children and young people, building capacity, strengthening tobacco-cessation services and responding to modern promotional practices.
“Protecting Youth Is Everyone's Responsibility”
An integrated approach from prevention to cessation
AUTC combines health policy, public awareness, professional training, research and regional partnerships.
Protecting Children and Young People
Raising awareness of cigarettes, waterpipes, vaping products and nicotine pouches, while involving young people in designing messages and initiatives.
Supporting Tobacco Cessation
Strengthening cessation clinics, behavioural and pharmacological support, and digital tools for people seeking to quit.
Capacity Building
Workshops and webinars for healthcare professionals, volunteers, counsellors and psychologists.
Countering Promotion
Monitoring direct and digital marketing, flavours and product designs intended to appeal to children and adolescents.
Research and Knowledge Exchange
Supporting studies and surveys, sharing Arab success stories and connecting universities with research centres.
Arab Partnerships
Working with health ministries, universities, associations, community institutions and international organisations.
From formation to regional expansion
Four major conferences, youth programmes, awareness campaigns and cross-border capacity building.