Toolkit for Article 17 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control

The WHO FCTC recognizes the need to promote economically viable alternatives to tobacco production as a way to prevent adverse social and economic impacts on populations whose livelihoods depend on tobacco production. In addition, Parties to the Convention are committed to protecting the environment and the health of people working in tobacco cultivation and manufacture.

This Toolkit for Article 17 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control brings together the existing knowledge base, including years of consultations drawing out the knowledge and experience of relevant stakeholders, to guide actions on economically viable alternatives to tobacco.

The Toolkit draws from common lessons learned in tobacco-growing countries around the world. It consolidates these common lessons and provides approaches to adapt and apply these lessons in unique country contexts.