Masks for Tuscaloosa is a public service campaign by the American Advertising Federation of Tuscaloosa in partnership with local media.
12/14/2020
“We wear our masks for the future, so we can play with all of our friends and hug our family. And so we can grow up to do cool things like play football, be a paleontologist and work at Nintendo.”
Every week we feature members of the Tuscaloosa community and share why they choose to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
12/09/2020
BREAKING NEWS: Mask Mandate Extended Through January 22
"These are some of the darkest days since COVID-19 became a part of our daily conversations," Ivey said Wednesday, referring to record-breaking hospitalization numbers the state has recorded in December.
Alabama mask mandate extended amid worsening COVID-19 spread The mask mandate was set to expire on Friday, but Ivey extended it another six weeks.
12/08/2020
"Compelling evidence now supports the benefits of cloth face masks for both source control (to protect others) and, to a lesser extent, protection of the wearer."
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cdc-guidance-mask-wearing-outside-home/?fbclid=IwAR0CGs8MRUNOEZwfJooo_Ax6R6V7BR1SdBUStf735w25FF4Hw0WJVkGLWII
CDC issues new guidance for "universal mask wearing" in all activity outside of home New guidance lists "universal wearing of face masks" as the first strategy to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.
12/07/2020
“I wear a mask for my clients. I want them to be able to relax and enjoy their salon experience. Their safety and our care are a big part of creating the right environment for them to do so.”
Every week we feature a member of the Tuscaloosa community and share why s/he chooses to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
11/30/2020
“I believe in service to mankind. I wear my mask to protect others. If I love my fellow humans, I should wear a mask to protect them and demonstrate LOVE.”
Every week we feature a member of the Tuscaloosa community and share why s/he chooses to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
11/26/2020
For deep-fried turkey. For cornbread stuffing…er, dressing. For Grandma’s apple pie. For the kid’s table. For family football games. For Black Friday shoppers. For essential workers. For togetherness. For the empty chairs. For the greater good.
We’re thankful this holiday for the support of our community in helping raise awareness about what we can do to stop the spread of COVID-19. For you. For me. For Tuscaloosa.
11/25/2020
“Please do it for your neighbor and these healthcare workers who are working so hard day and night for so many.”
Alabama doctors exhausted as cases rise: ‘Just wear your freaking mask’ Doctors are struggling with large numbers of patients and the emotional toll of feeling ignored when they share their experiences to warn others
11/16/2020
“Boys and Girls Clubs of West Alabama members wear masks to protect themselves, their friends and Club staff and to ensure we can stay open as a healthy, safe place for children and teens to learn, to grow and to become.”
Every week we feature a member of the Tuscaloosa community and share why s/he chooses to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
11/11/2020
"Adopting universal masking policies can help avert future lockdowns, especially if combined with other non-pharmaceutical interventions such as social distancing, hand hygiene, and adequate ventilation," the CDC said.
CDC says masks protect wearers from Covid-19 Wearing a mask can help protect you, not just those around you, from coronavirus transmission, the CDC said in new guidance Tuesday.
11/10/2020
Fall fashion...but make it 2020!
Style Column | Making the most out of masks It’s no secret that face masks have swept the world by storm. You literally can’t leave your house without them. But who says you have to sacrifice fashion for function? That folded piece of cloth hanging off your dresser isn’t just a necessity. It can also be your latest and greatest accessor...
11/09/2020
“Wearing a mask helps me to help you. It means that Temporary Emergency Services can continue offering essential services such as utility, housing and medical assistance, family meal boxes, and help our homeless community by providing shower and laundry services and hot meals. These services are needed now more than ever in our most marginalized populations.” - Karen Thompson, Executive Director
Every week we feature a member of the Tuscaloosa community and share why s/he chooses to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
11/02/2020
“I wear my mask for my patients, my coworkers and my community. As a nurse, I work in a high-risk environment, and I want to do my part to prevent the spread of the virus. This mask is for all those who work in health care as we do our best to provide virus-free care at the frontline.” - Constance Tolbert
Welcome to ! Every Monday we feature a member of the Tuscaloosa community and share why s/he chooses to wear a mask to fight the spread of Covid-19. We invite you to share your “for” by using on an IG story or post.
One of the members of the American Advertising Federation of Tuscaloosa (AAFT) was driving around town while listening to the radio and hearing how coronavirus infections were on the rise in Tuscaloosa. He noticed that there was very little positive messaging around wearing a mask but lots of doctors were saying it was the best way to slow the spread. So he contacted the AAFT Board of Directors and asked them to consider taking on this important campaign as a public service project. Eight other members immediately volunteered to help with the campaign, lots of media partners jumped in, photographers said, “Yes!,” and a campaign was born!
Masks for Tuscaloosa is all about encouraging every member of the larger Tuscaloosa community to wear their masks when they are in public or around people who do not reside in their home. Because coronavirus is invisible and the symptoms are sometimes invisible, too, no one can be sure whether or not they have it and are posing a danger to others. The best way to protect our community is for ALL of us to wear our masks.
We ALL have someone in our lives that needs our protection. Let’s show that Tuscaloosa spirit by pulling together, wearing our masks, and protecting every person in T-town. Why do we do it?
For you. For me. For Tuscaloosa.