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Smokefree 901 Has A Successful Kickoff At K3 Restaurant
Smokefree 901 Is Born 09/22/2023
Memphis TN – On 09/22/2023, a zoom call was made with attendees from: ANR, Tennessee Tobacco Control, Shelby County Health Department, No-Smoke, Smokefree Tennessee, The Center of Black Health and Equity, Cancer Society, Heart Association, Lung Association and Tobacco Free Kids decided to pass Smokefree 901 as the name of the organization to enable Smokefree policies in Shelby and Fayette Counties in TN. Gospel Fire Network led by Pastor James Spight is the leader of the coalition named GFN and partners. All of the people that attended were excited about Smokefree 901.
There were volunteers who are willing to lead the four out five main subcommittees on the coalition. The coalition is presently looking for a person to lead in data collection out of the 901 area. The four proposed persons to be the key to making the organization come alive and affect social change are well equipped to perform their job duties. The next meeting will be a face-to-face meeting in the city of Memphis on October 30th. This is where the coalition will further design its structure. Be added to the mailing list to be updated about the latest events that will come from Smokefree 901. Pastor Spight would like to thank everyone that made it possible for Smokefree 901 to come into existence.
What is Smokefree 901
Smokefree 901 is in partnership with the GFN and partners Coalition. The purpose of Smokefree 901 is to create a smokefree work environment for musicians and hospitality workers in Memphis. Pastor James Spight is an audio and video engineer for Gospel groups working in the industry for more than 30 years.
Pastor Spight is the pastor of Gospel Fire COGIC. He is a member of Tennessee Headquaters Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. He said the following statement, “I prefer mixing musicians’ shows in smoke free venues. I don’t participate were people are smoking because it creates an unhealthy atmosphere for musicians and their fans. Smokefree venues are a win for business owners because more costumers can access the venues. And, it is a win for employees so that they will not be exposed to secondhand smoke.” To join Smokefree 901, press the button below this article.
