CANNABIS AND SOCIAL EQUITY

To a great extent, minorities have been adversely and disproportionately affected by the so-called “war on drugs.” As a result, those touched by prejudiced law enforcement live an existence filled with tension, resentment, and distrust.
 

Without question, it will take time to rebuild trust in those communities, and understandably so. Additionally, education will be needed to help adopt a mindset of acceptance toward the cannabis industry.

Because efforts toward social equity are still in their infancy, many are concerned those who are to be empowered could reap the least amount of benefits, remain vulnerable and feel disconnected or forgotten.

This sentiment is evident in conversations among members of The Medical Cannabis Community.

In addition to the disenfranchised being overlooked, there are other social equity concerns facing the cannabis industry.