Some of these kits have specific lessons on how advertising influences youth, and ways to counter the impact of advertising. These organizations may have volunteers who could help with your project. Also consider contacting other organizations that have an interest in alcohol and tobacco prevention. Your local medical society or the medical society auxilliary may be able to help you. Check Out some of the ideas used by Butt-Out State of Health Products , The Badvertising Institute , or AdBusters Magazine to trigger your thought processes.
Youthful creativity can go astray.
It is strongly recommended that the adult supervisors keep a close watch on the content to the parody ads to make sure that the youth observe community standards and don't libel or defame individuals, or violate copyright laws. The laws of libel and slander and copyright law gives wide latitude for parody, but sometimes youth go too far. While very sophisticated youth may wish to move right to the computers, it's a good idea for most youth to put their ideas down on paper first. This stretches computer resources by not tying up the equipment until it is needed. Having a supply of ads torn out from various magazines, along with color photos of diseased organs, etc.