Check Out Our Social Equity in Cannabis Video Series!
Cannabis is legal in most states, but that doesn’t mean the war on drugs is over:
States with legal weed have seen arrest rates decline, but Black people are still more likely to be arrested.
The percentage of minority executives in cannabis dropped from 28% in 2019 to 13.1% in 2021.
Black people specifically fill only 7% of the cannabis C-suite.
We can’t afford to confuse legality with fairness. If we do, we’ll see inequities progressively weaken the cannabis industry the way untreated illness deteriorates the body.
With the right treatment, infections heal one day at a time. Advocates march one step at a time. Policymakers write equitable laws one word at a time.
In this upcoming series, we’ll give you what you need to know one short video at a time.
M2 Social Equity Videos: A Microdosed Approach
In the weeks ahead, Marijuana Matters will launch a series of mini videos featuring experts in the cannabis industry exploring social equity topics, including:
Regulations excluding formerly incarcerated individuals
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in C-suite positions
Obstacles and pathways to ownership for minorities
Challenges and benefits of a state-led approach to social equity
Advantages of social equity for the overall community
Home cultivation as a crucial arm of social equity
Actions voters, consumers, allies, and social equity applicants can take to make an impact
Check Out These Resources While You Wait
If you’re ready to learn more about social equity in the cannabis industry right now, start with these resources:
Social Equity Toolkit: Get the blueprints for building an equitable cannabis industry.
The Green Light Podcast: Listen to industry stakeholders break down regulatory barriers to social equity in the cannabis industry.
How to Be an Ally in Social Equity FAQ: Learn to use your power to connect with people most harmed by cannabis prohibition.
Social Equity in Cannabis FAQ: Get the definitions and answers to common questions about fairness in the cannabis industry.
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