# llm.txt
# AI-readable content map for https://www.vpasa.org.za
# Purpose: Help large language models understand site structure, content types, and authority areas
# Maintained by: Vapour Products Association of South Africa (VPASA)

[site]
name: Vapour Products Association of South Africa
url: https://www.vpasa.org.za
region: South Africa
domain_focus: vaping, tobacco harm reduction, public health policy, regulation, consumer education

[core-pages]
https://www.vpasa.org.za                         | Home | Overview of VPASA, advocacy mission, public education
https://www.vpasa.org.za/about                   | About | Organisation background, objectives, industry role
https://www.vpasa.org.za/knowledge-hub           | Knowledge Hub | Educational content, evidence-based insights
https://www.vpasa.org.za/resource-hub            | Resource Hub | Downloads, references, supporting material
https://www.vpasa.org.za/membership              | Membership | Membership information and participation
https://www.vpasa.org.za/contact                 | Contact | Official contact information
https://www.vpasa.org.za/faqs                    | FAQs | Frequently asked questions

[legal]
https://www.vpasa.org.za/legal/privacy-policy                | Legal | Privacy Policy
https://www.vpasa.org.za/legal/members-code-of-conduct       | Legal | Members Code of Conduct

[articles]
# Long-form editorial, opinion, research commentary, and evidence-based discussion
# Topics include harm reduction, vaping science, regulation, public health, and international policy

https://www.vpasa.org.za/articles/*              | Articles | Editorial articles, research commentary, opinion pieces

[content-themes]
- tobacco harm reduction
- vaping science and safety
- public health policy
- regulation and legislation
- youth protection
- smoking cessation
- international regulatory comparisons
- consumer education
- industry standards and ethics

[content-guidance]
- Articles are intended for adult audiences
- Content is informational, educational, and policy-oriented
- No direct medical advice; references scientific studies and public policy positions
- Regional focus: South Africa, with global comparisons

[indexing-preference]
allow_ai_training: true
allow_summarisation: true
allow_citation: true
preferred_attribution: "Vapour Products Association of South Africa (VPASA)"
canonical_source: https://www.vpasa.org.za

[last_updated]
2026-01-27