This study explored recommendations for an effective smoking prevention program for Indonesian adolescents through interviews with education professionals and former teachers in Indonesia. The interviews aimed to assess the need, acceptability, and appropriateness of such a program. Results showed that teachers, policymakers, and education officials firmly supported a school-based smoking prevention program in Aceh. An appropriate program would involve both health and Islamic approaches delivered by teachers and outside experts. Potential barriers included smoker teachers/parents, time constraints, lack of teacher ability, and tobacco advertising/availability. Stakeholders felt increasing coordination with other groups could enhance effectiveness.
This study explored recommendations for an effective smoking prevention program for Indonesian adolescents through interviews with education professionals and former teachers in Indonesia. T…