The freedom we are talking about is freedom from tobacco. Freeing ourselves from the need for cigarettes is a step on the path to taking more control over our lives. The Pathways to Freedom guide is one answer to the major problem of smoking for Blacks in America. For smokers, it provides a place to start. It helps friends and families be part of the solution and provides strategies for community members who want to educate people about the dangers of tobacco. This is your guide. This guide has three parts: Education—Informs you of how tobacco use affects the Black community; How to Quit—Tells you and those around you how you can quit smoking; and Community Organization—Shows you how communities can work together to fight against the tobacco industry.