Historically, coalitions have included traditional partners such as health departments, health care organizations, social service and voluntary organizations, universities and researchers, school staff, law enforcement agencies, dental health programs, and early childhood development programs. However, the engagement of nontraditional partners is key to building the tobacco control movement.
<p></p><p>TEROC recommends expanding coalitions to include nontraditional partners such as economic development organizations, employers and business groups, labor unions, faith-based communities, social justice and equity groups, environmental advocates, and community planners. Tools to encourage non-funded partners' participation in coalitions and advisory groups could include providing opportunities for members to participate virtually or providing travel reimbursement. At the same time, engagement in workplan activities could be fostered through internships or community engagement grants.</p>