'To be honest, I'm really scared': perceptions and experiences of intimidation in the LMIC-based tobacco control community.

ABSTRACT:

Background

It is well-evidenced that environmental or human rights advocacy comes with risks for those involved. Much less is known about the risks of tobacco control advocacy despite the emphasis on tobacco industry conduct. This study explores the experiences and perceptions of intimidation among members of the tobacco control community in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Methods

We interviewed six experts representing each of the World Health Organization (WHO) regions to inform an online survey conducted among the LMIC-based tobacco control community. Thematic analysis was used for analysing qualitative data while quantitative data were analysed descriptively.

Results

Twenty-three participants from five WHO regions completed the survey. Almost three-quart

SUBMITTER: Matthes BK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10803975 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature