In an effort to create more opportunities for people of color and members of marginalized communities in cannabis and ancillary industries, NCIA is endorsing The Accountability List by @Cannaclusive, a leading advocacy and business consulting firm dedicated to improving minority representation in the cannabis industry and as consumers. The Accountability List is a regularly updated resource that allows businesses and organizations to share information regarding their staffing diversity and support for causes related to industry equity and social justice, and examines those efforts in relation to their public statements and commitments.
The Accountability LIst endeavors to follow up on declarative equity statements made to ensure measurable progress in the industry and highlight those who are actively working to improve upon the status quo. It is curated by Cannaclusive with the help of numerous volunteers and interns. Information may be submitted for inclusion by filling out this survey.
“This list serves as a call to hold ourselves accountable to ensure a diverse and inclusive industry,” said Mary Pryor, co-founder of Cannaclusive, “as well as to be in active solidarity with communities harmed by the drug war as a means to end it and to reverse its impacts."
“As more and more states regulate cannabis and we get closer to ending federal prohibition, it is increasingly important to make sure that the people who have been most harmed by the war on drugs are not left behind as the industry is taking root,” said Aaron Smith, co-founder and chief executive officer of the National Cannabis Industry Association. “The Accountability List gives businesses the opportunity to show consumers, the industry, and policymakers what they are actively doing to promote fairness and inclusivity in cannabis and beyond. We encourage everyone in the cannabis space to stand up for justice, be honest about where they can improve, and commit to doing so in the most forthright and transparent ways possible.”
Host Bethany Moore, NCIA’s Communications Manager and host of NCIA’s weekly Podcast ‘NCIA’s Cannabis Industry Voice‘ brings you an in-depth look at what is happening across the country in federal cannabis policy reform and with NCIA.
From the top, Bethany breaks the big news that former presidential candidate Andrew Yang will be keynoting the Cannabis Business Summit this year. She continues and discusses the newly-launched NCIA Facebook Live series (and podcast) Cannabis Diversity Report.
We check in with NCIA Deputy Director of GR Michelle Rutter Friberg, to hear some of the recent highlights from the nation's capital about cannabis policy reform, cannabis & COVID, and more. Our resident political expert breaks down the ways that NCIA is looking to help our members improve their engagement and reach in the legislative process.
Membership Manager and DEI Coordinator Tahir Johnson joins the show to discuss the recent move by NCIA to endorse the Cannaclusive Accountability list, asking all cannabis companies to adhere to promises made in the wake of racial injustices and actively strive to build a more equitable, inclusive industry.
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"the bill states that the the heads of federal agencies that administer disaster relief such as SBA 'shall, to the greatest extent practicable, allow State-legal cannabis businesses to retroactively apply for such disaster assistance.'”
https://www.marijuanamoment.net/marijuana-businesses-could-get-federal-disaster-relief-funds-under-new-congressional-bill/ #COVID
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Marijuana Businesses Could Get Federal Disaster Relief Funds Under New Congressional Bill | Marijuana Moment
NEW Keynote Announcement! We can’t wait for Andrew Yang to take the main stage at the #CannaBizSummit Cyber edition! Join us for a conversation with Andrew as he shares his thoughts on UBI, Politics, and The Future of Work. Register today: https://cannabisbusinesssummit.com/attend/registration/ #YangGang
"...in 1969, Playboy published a professional assessment under the title 'Pot: A Rational Approach.' Ever since, the publication has consistently condemned the War on Drugs and other forms of systemic racism and inequality."
https://www.forbes.com/sites/javierhasse/2020/09/24/playboy-gets-serious-about-cannabis-law-reform-advocacy-with-new-partnership-grants/#252e67fb5cea
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Playboy Gets Serious About Cannabis Law Reform Advocacy With New Partnership, Grants
Next month, we’re kicking off the Cannabis Business Cyber Summit in a big way! Join Carlos Santana, ten-time GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and longtime cannabis advocate, on the main stage as he shares how cannabis has influenced his life and music. Register today for this can’t-miss opening keynote, all NCIA Member business employees receive 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒚 admission: cannabisbusinesssummit.com/attend/registration/
WED, OCT 28 AT 3:00 PM MDT
Service Solutions: Which Companies Are Leading in The Retail Software Segment?
Join Tahir for a special episode of The Cannabis Diversity Report tomorrow featuring CJ Wallace and Willie Mack of Think BIG.
You DO NOT want to miss this 🔥 conversation about the legacy of The Notorious B.I.G. and the work they're doing in cannabis and social justice.
"Although support is growing from conservatives, most of the arguments being discussed for legalization seem to be falling on deaf ears. Why is that? It is because the current arguments for legalization are being fed to conservatives in a language which they do not understand and are hearing as a direct challenge to their values."
https://thecannabisindustry.org/member-blog-the-conservative-argument-for-banking-and-280e-reform/
🎧 ON THE LATEST CANNABIS INDUSTRY VOICE 🎧
Sean Dawson, Director of IT Solutions at Office1 joins host Bethany Moore. Office1’s mission is to innovate and progressively modernize the inefficient business landscape by providing a proactive, personalized, and eco-friendly office technology solution from planning to implementation and optimization. One solution from one company – Office1.
https://thecannabisindustry.org/podcasts/the-cannabis-industry-voice/modernizing-the-business-landscape-of-cannabis/
The Cannabis Diversity Report with Tahir Johnson
Each week Tahir Johnson, the National Cannabis Industry Association Membership Director and Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosts cannabis industry operators, advocates, and allies to discuss issues related to social equity and highlight their experiences, challenges and success stories as people of color in the cannabis industry. This episode, Tahir is joined by Jess F. Gonzalez, Esq., a cannabis and intellectual property attorney in New Jersey.
Without social equity in the cannabis industry, people of color will continue being shut out of an exciting economic opportunity that has, in large part, been built with their hands.
https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/20/11/18176212/social-equity-in-cannabis-with-hazey-taughtme
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Why Social Equity Matters For Cannabis, And What States Are Doing About It | Benzinga
Take part in all new Cyber experiences that bring you the best in cannabusiness education, whether you are a cultivator or an investor. Join us November 10-12 at the Cannabis Business Cyber Summit! #CannaBizSummit
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Congratulations to South Dakota, the 14th state to legalize adult-use cannabis and the 35th state to legalize medicinal cannabis. #RegulationWorks #Election2020
Tune in now! Today we are rebroadcasting a recent informational webinar hosted by NCIA's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee on Monday, August 24 to learn what to do to break through barriers and raise the capital you need. Speakers will be participating in Q&A throughout the session, so make sure to get your questions answered!
Are you a Social Equity Operator or Applicant seeking capital? Is access to capital a major barrier to your growth and stability in the Cannabis industry? Are you unsure of how the fundraising process works? Or perhaps you would like to assist Social Equity Applicants in their quest to raise capital, and would like a better understanding of their problems and obstacles. Hear from special guests who have successfully raised capital as minorities in Cannabis, and learn how they did it so you can too.
CJ Wallace and Willie Mack to talk about Think BIG, the cannabis company that they founded to honor the legacy of CJ's father The Notorious B.I.G.
Think Big is a champion for social and criminal justice reform, including the fights against mass incarceration unjust marijuana laws and environmental policies that disproportionately target people of color.
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"Tuesday night’s election sweep in the Georgia Senate runoff by Democrats may end up being one of those defining days in the weed history books," Jimi Devine writes.
https://www.laweekly.com/senate-flip-opens-door-for-big-cannabis-reforms/
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Senate Flip Opens Door for Big Cannabis Reforms - LA Weekly
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TUE, JAN 19 AT 1:00 PM EST
Service Solutions: Why Good Manufacturing Practices are Critical for Cannabis Edibles Success
"Democrats must govern under the assumption that Republicans will take back at least one chamber of Congress in the 2022 midterm elections," NCIA Vice Chair Kris Krane writes in Forbes.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kriskrane/2021/01/06/democrats-win-the-senate-the-impact-on-marijuana-policy/?sh=3bf987351cd1&fbclid=IwAR2w14xg3DbpwX-EdrtAK6n2c48AOVDbgGrvrnaEJHFuyhx4Sly55sNcA4s 4Front
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Democrats Win The Senate: The Impact On Marijuana Policy
Each week Tahir Johnson, the National Cannabis Industry Association Membership Manager and Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosts cannabis industry operators, advocates, and allies to discuss issues related to social equity and highlight their experiences, challenges and success stories as people of color in the cannabis industry. This episode, Tahir is joined this week by Tucky Blunt, the world’s first social equity cannabis dispensary owner.
Cannabis Diveristy Report is sponsored by 4Front and Greenbridge Counsel.
Joining Tahir Johnson on The Cannabis Diversity Report, Ngaio Bealum reflected on his 30 years of activism around the plant, reminiscing about the early days of California's legendary cannabis clubs.
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WED, FEB 24 AT 3:00 PM EST
Fireside Chats with NCIA’s Government Relations Team: Movement on Interstate Commerce?
TUE, FEB 23 AT 1:00 PM EST
NCIA Committee Insights: Future Proofing Your Business - Vaping Product Regulation Preparedness
Undoubtedly, there is a lot of work that needs to be done and we can accomplish this successfully. Senators have underscored the importance that we are united in our efforts to pursue reform.
https://thecannabisindustry.org/let-the-117th-congress-begin/
NCIA Members can now access the entirety of #CannaBizSummit CYBER 2020 on Connect, including "The Importance of Tracking Environmental Impact Data" with Jake Mitchell of Sustainabis.
https://connect.thecannabisindustry.org/viewdocument/the-importance-of-tracking-environm?CommunityKey=6ebad464-f9e8-4a71-9228-8f09d3fcebc2&tab=librarydocuments
Tune in NOW for today’s #IndustryEssentials webinar “NCIA Committee Insights: New States Licensing Framework and Insurance Requirements”, presented by members of NCIA’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee.
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