Latina Leaders Shaping the Cannabis Landscape with Resilience and Innovation
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Canna Jefas have not only destigmatizing perceptions society have of Latinas in cannabis by taking space where typically canna bros manspread but also show up in diverse backgrounds such as multi-Cannapreneur Susie Plascencia who has been a strong voice for Latinas in cannabis
De La Rosa’s passion for cannabis is not superficial as society’s portrayal would make it to be. The medicinal plant, our ancestors used, known as marijuana, cannabis, pot, or its scientific....
It’s rare to come across Latinx-owned farms in California, as we reported in a previous BoldLatina Spotlight. Even more rare are cannabis ‘hemp’ farms owned by Latinx! So when we came across Latina-owned cannabis farm named ‘Ranchera Familia’, we jumped at the opportunity to learn more! Our ongoing Latinas
It is Hispanic Heritage Month or many say Latino Heritage Month, a month-long dedication to US Latino culture. A time to celebrate our community, appreciate our incredible history and contributions with pride, to the great nation of the United States. LHM plays a role in creating awareness of our community
Bold Latina last reported on several Latinas in cannabis who have created a space within the highly lucrative yet still young (legally) cannabis business. This is a feat worth not only mentioning, but championing, as, in 2017, according to Marijuana Business Daily, Hispanics and African Americans together accounted for only
Last year, we reported on several Latinas in cannabis who have created a space within the highly lucrative yet still young (legally) cannabis business. This is a feat worth not only mentioning, but championing, as, in 2017, according to Marijuana Business Daily, Hispanics and African Americans together accounted for only
While the stigma of ‘weed’ has softened through legalization, Latinx/people of color still face acceptance, access and barriers of entry into the industry due to historic criminalization and structures set up. However, progress is being made by reeducation efforts, training and of course, the pushing of legislation and laws.
For communities of color, ‘weed’ IS a business. It is also becoming more of a ‘business’ as we witness more wealthy, white males dominate the industry with venture capital/institutional money – while people of color serve time for their role in the cannabis industry – before it was considered legal. State
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