Longtime Cannabis Policy Expert Morgan Fox Hired to Oversee NORML’s Federal Advocacy Efforts
NORML
JANUARY 6, 2022
The post Longtime Cannabis Policy Expert Morgan Fox Hired to Oversee NORML’s Federal Advocacy Efforts appeared first on NORML.
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Remembering Olivia Newton-John’s courageous medical marijuana advocacy
Leafly
AUGUST 8, 2022
The post Remembering Olivia Newton-John’s courageous medical marijuana advocacy appeared first on Leafly. The 'Grease' actress and Grammy-winning singer became a vocal advocate for medical marijuana late in life. Here's why it mattered.
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Legal Rights: MMJ Patient Advocacy in Missouri
MMJ Recs
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
We’re exploring the legal rights of MMJ patients in Missouri, the significance of advocating for their interests, legal protections available, the state’s medical cannabis regulations, the role of MMJ patient advocacy groups, and the success stories that highlight the impact of advocacy efforts.
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ASA Founder Steph Sherer: Reflection on 20 Years of Advocacy
Americans for Safe Access
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Welcome to ASA’s 10 th Unity Conference! This year Americans for Safe Access is celebrating our 20-year anniversary, and in the spirit of the occasion we are taking some time to reflect on the impact we have had on bringing safe access to the U.S.,
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Politico: Psychedelics coalition grows its advocacy footprint
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 2, 2023
SYCHEDELIC MEDICINE COALITION BUILDS OUT ADVOCACY FOOTPRINT: A coalition of advocates pushing for looser regulations governing the therapeutic use of psychedelic drugs is moving to build out its lobbying footprint in Washington.
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Playboy Gets Fired Up For Cannabis Advocacy and Reform
Veriheal
OCTOBER 21, 2020
The cannabis advocacy movement goes back many years and involves many people. Cannabis advocacy as a whole has been such a successful movement because it has had such a wide variety of people and organizations on its side. But their advocacy dates back farther and is more involved than making a few CBD bath bombs.
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Local advocacy groups ask Japan gov’t to rethink harsher anti-cannabis law
Cannabis Law Report
MAY 28, 2021
Advocacy groups submitted a written request to Japan’s health minister Thursday asking the government to reconsider ongoing plans to criminalize… Read More.
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WHILE CONGRESS IS TAKING THEIR AUGUST RECESS, LET’S RESET OUR COMMITMENT TO MEDICAL CANNABIS ADVOCACY
Americans for Safe Access
AUGUST 14, 2023
Let’s be honest, medical cannabis is not the most pressing issue in Washington these days. I have experienced firsthand from walking the halls of Congress, that while a majority of members are sympathetic to the needs of patients, most do not understand the issue of medical cannabis much less that there is a way forward.
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An Update from the MAPS Policy and Advocacy Team
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
The post An Update from the MAPS Policy and Advocacy Team first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. November’s election results signaled that Americans are increasingly ready for alternatives to the War on Drugs, and reconsidering society’s … Read More.
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Canada’s favourite cannabis advocacy groups
Leafly
JANUARY 22, 2020
Meet Canada’s favourite cannabis advocacy groups, as chosen by Leafly readers. The post Canada’s favourite cannabis advocacy groups appeared first on Leafly. From patients' rights to justice reform and all manner of tax and accuracy issues in between, they took on some of Canada's most pressing cannabis issues.
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Canadian Cannabis Amnesty Advocacy Group Wants Action
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 9, 2022
In 2022, we expanded our efforts beyond advocacy, and are building our capacity to offer direct support to individuals and communities harmed by prohibition. This Fellowship program is focused on mentorship and skill-building around effective communication and advocacy […]. 500K Canadians with cannabis records. 25March2022.
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Help ASA Document 20 years of Advocacy: Share your story!
Americans for Safe Access
DECEMBER 16, 2022
Anniversaries are a time to reflect and remember. For the holiday season, ASA is compiling stories from our friends, allies, and members to share with our community. We invite you to take a few minutes to make a short video on the Tribute platform.
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These Patient Advocacy Groups Are Working Together to Expand the Scope of Cannabis Research
Veriheal
MAY 26, 2022
Cannabis Advocacy With a Digital Twist. Much like RoC, patient advocacy is at the forefront of Veriheal’s work, which includes connecting patients with medical marijuana (MMJ) doctors, collecting patient data to improve future treatment, and battling harmful cannabis stigmas with education.
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The Law Is An Ass … Yes But Monogram’s “Advocacy” Smacks Of Sensationalism
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 2, 2021
The post The Law Is An Ass … Yes But Monogram’s “Advocacy” Smacks Of Sensationalism first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Here’s the story from Ad News (see below italics) Carter has every right to point out that anti – cannabis… Read More.
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New Cannabis Industry Sector Advocacy Group Launches In The UK
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 7, 2020
The post New Cannabis Industry Sector Advocacy Group Launches In The UK first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. As yet we can’t locate a website. Here’s a report from Business Cann. All the names are easily recognizable if you follow the UK … Read More.
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Maltese Cannabis Advocacy Group ReLEAF Says Cannabis Must Be Decriminalized in 2021
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 11, 2020
The post Maltese Cannabis Advocacy Group ReLEAF Says Cannabis Must Be Decriminalized in 2021 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. The cannabis legalisation platform ReLeaf Malta has reiterated a call for the full decriminalisation of adult cultivation of cannabis by 2021. . The … Read More.
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USA: Cannabis Businesses, Associations, and Advocacy Organizations Join Forces to Launch U.S. Cannabis Council
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
The post USA: Cannabis Businesses, Associations, and Advocacy Organizations Join Forces to Launch U.S. Here’s their press release. First things first. When we tried to access their website we got one of these… Read More. Cannabis Council first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.
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Chacruna: What’s Happening with the CA Decriminalization Bill? Community Learning from the Advocacy Front Lines
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
This forum is supported by over 25 advocacy and educational organizations in the psychedelic space. At 12pm Pacific on Wednesday, September 8, Chacruna Institute is hosting a moderated community forum about the ins and outs of the bill, from its origin, to the negotiations and compromises, to its current status and next steps.
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Cannabis Council of Canada publishes profile of advocacy efforts on behalf of the cannabis industry ahead of Federal Election Call
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 15, 2021
In anticipation of a Federal election call on Sunday August 15, 2021 we are providing this Press Release and Supporting Visual that profiles advocacy efforts on behalf of the cannabis industry in the context of the Election. They write. C3 PRESS RELEASE ELECTION.
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Tacky & Unwarranted, Playboy Launches Cannabis Law Reform And Advocacy Campaign
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
The post Tacky & Unwarranted, Playboy Launches Cannabis Law Reform And Advocacy Campaign first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Yes it is true according to a press release published 24 September 2020. A couple of months back they announced they were getting in the … Read More.
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Nigeria: Assoc of Legislative Drafters & Advocacy Practitioners of Nigeria Submit Cannabis Proposal Finance Request To United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNDOC)
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
.” We write to request UNDOC’s technical and financial assistance to implement activities (a combination of legislative advocacy and litigation) towards achievement of … Read More.
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Nigeria: Governor of Ondo State Agrees To Sponsor Legislative Advocacy and Litigation Initiatives For Legalisation of Medical Cannabis In The Country’s National Legislature
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 13, 2020
We learn from the Nigerian Association of Legislative Drafting & Advocacy that His Excellency Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, of Ondo State (Senior Advocate of Nigeria), has … Read More.
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Steve DeAngelo Leaves Harborside To Focus On Advocacy And New Ventures He Says On Facebook Video Message
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 4, 2021
The post Steve DeAngelo Leaves Harborside To Focus On Advocacy And New Ventures He Says On Facebook Video Message first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. This can come as no surprise to anybody who’s been following D’Angelo over the past 14 months. The Last Prisoner Project will certainly be keeping … Read More.
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Major Changes to Cannabis Law Take Effect Around the U.S.
NORML
JULY 7, 2023
Thanks to your advocacy, activism, and support, dozens of new marijuana laws took effect around the country this month. The post Major Changes to Cannabis Law Take Effect Around the U.S. appeared first on NORML.
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#CannabisSOS Advocacy Webinar – Call to Action for the Future of Legal Cannabis – FREE WEBINAR • SEPT 14 • 1pm ET
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
C3 is inviting the cannabis community to come together on September 14th for a #CannabisSOS Advocacy Webinar. Participate in the September 14th webinar and learn about best practices and tools for cannabis advocacy from industry experts Dan Sutton (Tantalus Labs), Rod Elliot (Global Public Affairs) and George Smitherman (C3).
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Surge of Advocacy Groups Weigh In on Federal Cannabis Reform Bill
SpeedWeed
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Yesterday was the deadline for the comment period on the draft version of the federal cannabis reform bill, the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA), and cannabis advocacy groups did not disappoint—with an avalanche of commentary rolling in before the time was up. View original article.
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Delaware to Become the 22nd State to Legalize Adult Use Marijuana
NORML
APRIL 21, 2023
“After years of advocacy, collaboration, and grassroots organizing, we are thrilled to see cannabis legalization become a reality in our state. This victory is a result of the tireless work of thousands of volunteers, dozens of lawmakers, and with the support of a huge majority of our Delaware community."
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Women’s History Month: The Women of Cannabis Advocacy And Legalization
SpeedWeed
MARCH 12, 2021
The post Women’s History Month: The Women of Cannabis Advocacy And Legalization appeared first on SpeedWeed. As it should be since only female plants produce the cannabinoid-rich plants we love. Read the entire article at Benzinga. View original article.
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I am Alive Thanks to Cannabis and ASA – Join Me to Keep the Fight Alive too!
Americans for Safe Access
JUNE 28, 2023
As a co-director of Cannabis Advocacy for the US Pain Foundation and a medical cannabis patient living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, I can’t imagine continuing the fight for my rights without the leadership and support of Americans for Safe Access.
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Hunter Buffington Joins Santa Fe Farms as a Products Division Vice President and Director of Policy and Advocacy
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 4, 2021
As VP of Products and Director of Policy and Advocacy, Buffington will be responsible for commoditizing hemp by-products and creating an overall value chain in the agricultural, carbon and manufacturing segments.
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Opinion – Comments On Policy: Advocacy, Action and Influence – “Budget Applauded”
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 9, 2022
We wish to thank the members of C3’s Excise Tax Task Force for their contribution to C3’s advocacy efforts and acknowledge the leadership of our co-chairs, Trina Fraser (Brazeau Seller Law) and Sunil Gandhi (the Valens Company),” noted Smitherman.
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Nigeria: The Association of Legislative Drafting & Advocacy Submits Amicus Curae Brief To Nigerian Supreme Court Concerning Legalization & Regulation Of Cannabis
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 8, 2020
The post Nigeria: The Association of Legislative Drafting & Advocacy Submits Amicus Curae Brief To Nigerian Supreme Court Concerning Legalization & Regulation Of Cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. NURA OCHALA. FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA (JANUARY, 2016). Introduction. This amicus brief is … Read More.
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Advocacy Organizations Respond to Formation of Legislative Committee to Review Implementation of Marijuana Legalization
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 4, 2022
NEWARK – After nearly ten years of advocacy, New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved marijuana legalization in 2020 to advance racial and social justice. The Statement. March 30, 2022.
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Supreme Cannabis Announces Departure of Chief Advocacy Officer, John Fowler
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 30, 2019
. (“Supreme Cannabis” or the “Company”) (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) announced that, effective today, it has parted ways with its Chief Advocacy Officer, John Fowler. The Company wishes to thank Mr. Fowler for his years of dedication and strong contribution to Supreme Cannabis and his […].
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Looking Ahead to 2023: NORML’s State-Level Legislative Goals and Expectations
NORML
DECEMBER 28, 2022
As a patient and consumer focused advocacy organization, NORML prioritizes efforts in favor of state-level legislation that seeks to achieve the following goals. We are also keeping an eye on the following states for 2023 advancement.
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Press Release: Florida Moms to Launch Women-led Marijuana Education and Advocacy Initiative Aimed at Building Support for Legalization, Regulation
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 24, 2021
Florida Moms to Launch Women-led Marijuana Education and Advocacy Initiative Aimed at Building Support for Legalization, Regulation. THURSDAY: Florida … Read More.
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Help us “Finish the Fight” for Legalization on 4/20
NORML
APRIL 19, 2021
To facilitate this day of advocacy, NORML will be releasing a “Finish the Fight” digital toolkit, both to its chapter and affiliate network and to the general public. The post Help us “Finish the Fight” for Legalization on 4/20 appeared first on NORML.
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Rescheduling Medical Cannabis
Americans for Safe Access
AUGUST 1, 2023
My educational investment in the industry has offered me, through my focus on regulation and policy, the opportunity to collaborate as an advisor with several advocacy and education intermediary organizations focused on federal policy change for medical cannabis patients and a nascent, struggling industry that is supporting them.
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Cannabis Policy Expert Morgan Fox Hired To Oversee NORML’s Federal Advocacy Efforts
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 6, 2022
Here’s the NORML press release. The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is pleased to announce the addition of Morgan Fox to its national staff. Morgan Fox will serve as NORML’s Political Director, taking over the position from outgoing NORML staffer Justin Strekal.
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NORML Resource Guide: Engaging Effective Activism During the COVID-19 Pandemic
NORML
MAY 11, 2020
In this guide, NORML highlights various online tools to assist reformers in their advocacy endeavors. Thank you for your continued advocacy and support. Given this new reality, how do activists effectively make their voices heard and continue to advocate for substantive changes in cannabis policies? Here’s how. The team at NORML.
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Cannabis is My Lifesaver
Americans for Safe Access
APRIL 9, 2021
He later founded Veterans Initiative 22, a Maryland based nonprofit organization that focuses on improving veteran’s mental health through medical cannabis advocacy, in October of 2017. After a few jobs in the Maryland Park Service and government contracting, he found his way into the cannabis industry as a budtender.
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Tahir Johnson: A Roadmap to Success for Social Justice + Social Equity Entrepreneurship in the Cannabis Industry
Cannabiz MD
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Tahir Johnson is deeply rooted in advocacy for social equity in the cannabis industry. He’s a Howard University graduate who worked as an investment advisor and served on the diversity council of Morgan Stanley before transitioning into cannabis, starting out as a dispensary attendant.
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USA: Advocacy group for Hispanic marijuana entrepreneurs launches
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 25, 2021
The National Hispanic Cannabis Council has announced its emergence The organization launched Thursday. According to their news release, the Denver-based… Read More.
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Red Fan Communications Awarded Gold and Silver 2021 Bulldog PR Awards for Best Issue/Advocacy Campaign, Best Diversity/Inclusion Campaign
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 2, 2021
AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Red Fan Communications (Red Fan), a full-service communications agency for high-growth B2B brands, announced today it has won gold and silver 2021 Bulldog PR Awards for “Best Cause/Advocacy Campaign” and “Best Diversity/Inclusion Campaign,” respectively.
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