Tobacco-Free Living welcomes new National Youth Ambassador [Video]

MONROE, La. (KNOE) -The Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living (TFL) announced the newest National Youth Ambassador for the 2024-2025 school year.

Jazlynn Barnett, of Tallulah and the president of the Prek-12 and Beyond Next Era group was chosen as the new National Youth Ambassador by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK).

Dr. Patricia Candler, of CTFK and TFL, chose Barnett to travel to DC for a week of intensive workshops focused on building relationships, promoting effective policies to reduce and prevent tobacco use, and engaging directly with legislators and decision-makers.

“I am incredibly proud of Jazlynn and all she has achieved,” said Dr. Candler, founder of Prek-12 and Beyond. “We are committed to nurturing the next generation of Louisianans; their growth is a testament to our success!

The National Youth Ambassadors are high school and college students recognized for their exceptional leadership in combatting commercial tobacco in their communities. They …