SDG 3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University places importance on preventing and reducing the health impacts of smoking and e-cigarette use among students and staff. The University promotes a smoke-free environment and raises awareness of the health risks and harmful effects of tobacco and e-cigarettes, creating a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
1.Continuous Implementation of the Smoke-Free University Policy
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University announced the Phetchaburi Rajabhat University Smoke-Free Policy B.E. 2024 (2567) and has continued to implement the policy to promote a smoke-free environment and protect the health of students and staff. The policy establishes smoke-free areas and related measures across the University and continues to serve as the framework for the University’s smoke-free initiatives in 2026.
2.Smoke-Free Higher Education Institution Assessment and Development
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, through the Student Development Division, welcomed the evaluation committee for the Outstanding Smoke-Free Higher Education Institution Assessment 2024–2026. The committee reviewed and evaluated the University’s implementation according to the smoke-free higher education institution standards, covering seven areas: policy, networks, environment, communication, learning, innovation, and screening. The assessment reflects the University’s systematic and continuous implementation of its smoke-free policy.
- Smoke-Free Higher Education Institution Recognition
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, through the Student Development Division, received a Certificate of Recognition for a Smoke-Free Higher Education Institution, 2024–2026, at the Development Initiation Level, under the project for developing comprehensive and sustainable smoke-free higher education institutions free from e-cigarettes and tobacco products. The recognition reflects the University’s efforts to promote a smoke- and e-cigarette-free environment and raise awareness among students and staff of the health impacts of tobacco products.
- Building Resilience and Preventing Risk Behaviors
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University sent staff and members of the To Be Number One Club to participate in the Risk Prevention and Drug Abuse Prevention Program for Higher Education Institutions in the Lower Central Region from 18–21 June 2026. The activity aimed to strengthen knowledge and skills in preventing risk behaviors and substance use. It also promoted awareness of the harmful effects of drugs and smoking and encouraged compliance with designated smoke-free areas at the event venue.
- Knowledge Exchange and Development of the Smoke-Free University Initiative
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University participated in a lessons-learned meeting under the “Comprehensive and Sustainable Development of Smoke-Free Higher Education Institutions, E-Cigarettes, and Tobacco Products” project. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences with higher education networks on smoke-free university initiatives. The knowledge and approaches gained were applied to continuously improve the University’s environment and promote a smoke-free and tobacco-free campus in a sustainable manner.
- Designation of Smoke-Free and E-Cigarette-Free Areas
Phetchaburi Rajabhat University designates the entire University campus as a smoke-free and e-cigarette-free area, covering all types of tobacco products. This policy aims to protect the health of students, staff, and visitors on campus.
The University promotes compliance by installing signs indicating smoke-free areas, providing health education and awareness activities through student programs, and organizing training for “Youth for a Tobacco-Free Future” volunteers. The University also collaborates with hospitals and public health agencies to provide counseling and support for individuals who wish to quit smoking.
