How might LGBTQIA+ communities in LA's South Bay be well positioned to advocate for health justice at the local level? This is a key question for this Designmatters transdisciplinary studio in partnership with the Cedars-Sinai Research Center for Health Equity. Tobacco use in LGBTQIA+ communities, and related health effects, is on the rise. Why? Some say aggressive advertising by tobacco corporations. Some say stress from constant discrimination. Some say less access to healthcare. We say, like others, all of the above and more. Given the systemic and intersectional nature of these issues, this project will use smoke-free advocacy and policy building as a foundation for exacting healthy change in LA's South Bay neighborhoods. Students will work with researchers, policymakers, and LGBTQIA+ community leaders to develop relevant communications strategies that will provide practical and provocative guides for policymaking. Outcomes may include branded experiences, web design, printed and digital collateral, social media campaigns, among others. All students 5th term and above are welcome! This course is eligible for the Designmatters Minor in Social Innovation.