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Can you tell your UKVIA from your IBVTA or your AVA from your WVA ?
If you are confused by any of the above terms , this quick guide will help you .
Words : Caroline Barry
It can be confusing when you first start vaping to know where to go for information on the industry , advocacy and activism . While there are a lot of organisations out there , who does what and how do you get involved ?
Here are some of the organisations to know in the UK , US and Europe .
UK Vaping Industry Association ( UKVIA ) What is it : A non-profit organisation where members who are in the vaping industry can join Where is it : UK What they do : The UKVIA focus on campaigning for better regulation , establishing confidence in vaping products as a harm reduction alternative and raising awareness of vaping amongst smokers . Who do they represent : UK manufacturers , retailers , wholesalers , distributors and compliance service providers . Director or Chairperson : Director General , John Dunne ukvia . co . uk
Independent British Vape Trade Association ( IBVTA ) What is it : A non-profit , organisation that supports the industry and independent vape businesses . Where is it : Westminster , England What they do : The IBVTA promotes the interaction between the scientific community , vapers , policy makers , and the general public . Who do they represent : Independent vape businesses Director or chairperson : Fraser Cropper , Chairman of IBTVA ibvta . org . uk
We Vape What is it : An independent campaign to help vapers switch from smoking .
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