This policy applies to all individuals present on University of Carthage premises, including students, academic and administrative staff, contractors, visitors, and any other third parties. It covers all campuses, facilities, and properties owned, leased, or controlled by the University of Carthage.

While the University acknowledges individual freedoms, it affirms its responsibility to protect the health of all persons present on its premises and to minimize the harms associated with tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke.

1. Prohibition of Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the following areas:
All buildings owned, leased, or controlled by the University of Carthage, including offices, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, corridors, restrooms, and common areas
University student residences and dormitories
University-owned or operated vehicles
Outdoor spaces within the boundaries of university campuses, including courtyards, parking areas, sports facilities, and pedestrian pathways
2. Prohibition of Tobacco Advertising, Promotion, and Sale
The advertising, promotion, sponsorship, and sale of tobacco products of any kind are strictly forbidden on all University premises, buildings, and properties
The distribution of free tobacco samples or tobacco-related materials is equally prohibited
3. Refusal of Tobacco Industry Funding
The University of Carthage does not accept funding, donations, grants, or any form of financial support from the tobacco industry or its affiliated organizations
This prohibition extends to research funding, event sponsorships, and institutional partnerships
4. Support for Smoking Cessation

Policy Provisions

1. Prohibition of Smoking

Smoking is strictly prohibited in the following areas:

• All buildings owned, leased, or controlled by the University of Carthage, including offices, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, corridors, restrooms, and common areas
• University student residences and dormitories
• University-owned or operated vehicles
• Outdoor spaces within the boundaries of university campuses, including courtyards, parking areas, sports facilities, and pedestrian pathways

1. Prohibition of Tobacco Advertising, Promotion, and Sale

• The advertising, promotion, sponsorship, and sale of tobacco products of any kind are strictly forbidden on all University premises, buildings, and properties
• The distribution of free tobacco samples or tobacco-related materials is equally prohibited

1. Refusal of Tobacco Industry Funding

• The University of Carthage does not accept funding, donations, grants, or any form of financial support from the tobacco industry or its affiliated organizations
• This prohibition extends to research funding, event sponsorships, and institutional partnerships

1. Support for Smoking Cessation

• The University encourages and supports members of its community who wish to quit smoking by facilitating access to cessation resources, counseling services, and awareness programs through its health and student services departments

• All members of the University community are responsible for complying with and upholding this policy
• Signage indicating the smoke-free status of the campus shall be prominently displayed at all entry points and throughout university premises
• Non-compliance may result in disciplinary measures in accordance with the University's applicable regulations for staff and students

This policy shall be reviewed periodically to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with national public health regulations and international best practices.

Adopted by the University of Carthage Administration In accordance with Tunisian Law No. 94-97 of August 1994 relating to the prohibition of smoking in public places