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http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Actually-Equitable-Policies-Tokeativity-Allison-Holmes-Nickia-Delaware.png by Allison Holmes I started this project looking to make a list of “The Top Equity Bills and Initiatives” being implemented around the country and quickly discovered that claims of equitable legislation live on a pretty broad spectrum. So what is it and how do we ensure it through policy? Is just expungement enough to be considered equitable? I ended up writing this piece on What Defines Social Equity where we did a deeper dive into this issue. Now that we know what equitable policy can really look like, I compiled this list of 5 states who have initiatives in motion that are actually equitable. It is essential that we rally support around these measures! Check it out and TAKE ACTION! Connecticut Medical Marijuana has been legal in Connecticut since 2012. This year there are two bills that would legalize an adult use market, SB888 and HB6377. SB888 was proposed by the governor, but the bill has been highly criticized by the community and equity activists. In response, HB6377 has been introduced by Connecticut United for Reform and Equity (CURE) and Chairwoman Robyn Porter in order to provide a more equitable approach to legalizing adult use cannabis in the state. HB6377 Sponsored by Robyn Porter and CURE “Pipeline to Prosperity” – funding for Modern Cannabis Workforce Development Early registration for equity license applicants Funding for low-interest business loans Labor peace agreements – choice of joining a union for all cannabis workers Equity Task Force – to assess the most effective strategies for community reinvestment Partners with the University of Connecticut for ongoing business support for equity applicants Massachusetts The state of Massachusetts has had a legalized market for adult use cannabis since the end 2016 and has been making strides toward equitability ever since. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission created the Social Equity Program in 2018 to provide technical assistance and education for those most impacted by the War on Drugs. The commission also implemented the Economic Empowerment Priority Program, which gave licensing priority to Social Equity applicants. Currently, there is a bill in the state house (HB 178) that seeks to reallocate cannabis tax revenue into the Cannabis Community Empowerment Fund to provide direct access to capital for Social Equity Applicants. Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Social Equity Program provides free technical assistance and education for its participants Economic Empowerment Priority Program gives priority to eligible applicants provides financial support in the form of fee reduction and waivers House Bill 178 Equitable Empowerment of Minority-Owned Business… Cannabis Community Empowerment Fund – offers low or no interest loans to eligible businesses including Social Equity and Economic Empowerment Applicants Requires the state transfer $10 million from the Marijuana Regulation Fund to the Cannabis Community Empowerment Fund by Oct. 1, 2021 New York New York just enacted an adult use cannabis law which will be fully realized in the next year or so. The state gained national attention for including social equity in its original legislation. As New York moves toward the implementation of cannabis legalization, here’s what social equity efforts we should expect to see: Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act Set a goal to award 50% of licenses to social equity applicants Financial support to social equity applicants Low or no interest loans, fee reductions or waivers Professional assistance provided in application process, and continued support into business operation 40% of tax revenues generated by adult use sales to be reinvested into communities impacted by the War on Drugs Oregon The state of Oregon has had a legalized market for adult use cannabis since 2015. Activists have been working to legislate equity into the market ever since. Currently there is a bill in the house (HB 3112) that would provide a structure for social equity to be implemented. HB 3112 The Oregon Equity Investment Act Calls for cannabis tax revenues to provide for direct investment in the form of home ownership, health care, and expungement of marijuana related charges Creation of equity licenses to support BIPOC cannabis business owners On-premises consumption for equity licensees only, for ten years Delivery licenses for equity licensees only, for ten years Capital and technical support License fee reductions Faster processing of equity licenses California’s Decentralized Approach The California Cannabis Equity Act of 2018 allocated funding for cities and counties to develop and operate cannabis equity programs. Within California there are many different approaches being taken, each one tailored to fit the context of the specific community. Oakland has been a local stand out in implementing a functional social equity process. Oakland Cannabis Equity Program Equity Permit Program Incubator program – general applicants providing equity applicants with funding and property, incubator receives permitting priority over other general applicants “By reserving permits for equity applicants and incentivizing general applicants to support equity program participants, Oakland’s program has succeeded in increasing the number of cannabis entrepreneurs of color in the city.” (Social Equity Legislation in Cannabis: A National Study…) Workforce Development Grant Program – designed to recruit, train, and employ individuals impacted by the drug war Collaboration with Supernova Women – aims to provide avenues for individuals to benefit from the cannabis industry outside of business ownership Join us at the Pride and Equity Tokeativity Social on Saturday, June 12 from 2-6pm PST for a “digital beehive of activities” including discussions and panels on important topics like Social Equity in Cannabis. 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5 Queer Musicians to Listen to Today by Nickia Delaware 1. Arlo Parks http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2-1-300x300.png Born Anaïs Oluwatoyin Estelle Marinho, Arlo Parks is an openly Bisexual British indie-pop singer/songwriter & poet. Album – Collapsed in Sunbeams (2021). Listen to “Cola” 2. Chanti Darling http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/3-300x300.png A Portland, OR Retrofuturist electro-soul group fronted by Chanticleer Trü, who you may know from their former band Magic Mouth. Album- RNB VOL 1. (2018). Listen to ” Casual” ft The Last Artful Dodger 3. Leikeli47 http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/5-artists-to-follow-300x300.png VA born, NY raised advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Known for being super private, she always performs with a balaclava or facemask and has not released her real name to the public. Album – Wash & Set (2017), Acrylic (2018). Listen to “Money” 4. Tash Sultana http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/5-300x300.png Gender fluid Australian multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer and engineer. Known for her viral bedroom recording of their single “Jungle” Album – Flow State (2017), Terra Firma (2020). Listen to “Free Mind” 5. Steve Lacy http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/1-300x300.png Bisexual singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer from Compton,CA. Best known for his work with the band The Internet. Solo Album – Apollo XXI (2019). Listen to “Dark Red” The post 5 Queer Musicians to Listen to Today appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Social Equity Policy Initiatives in Cannabis Are All the Buzz… by Allison Holmes http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2-1024x576.png THE COMPLEXITIES OF SOCIAL EQUITY I started this project looking to make a list of “The Top 10 Equity Bills and Initiatives” being implemented around the country and quickly discovered that claims of equitable legislation live on a pretty broad spectrum. So what is equity, exactly, and how do we ensure it through policy? WHAT IS SOCIAL EQUITY Equitable cannabis policy acknowledges that historically persecuted populations have limited access to the knowledge, money, and support they need to successfully conduct business within the cannabis industry. Equity focuses on dividing resources proportionally to the needs of those involved in order to achieve a fair outcome, so any equitable program must provide a boost into the industry for people who may not have the same capital, connections, or education as their white, male, able-bodied counterparts. According to the Social Equity Legislation in Cannabis: A National Study of State and Local Programming, “less than ⅕ of cannabis business owners identify as being a person of color” and 100% of the respondents to this study said that state and local governments aren’t doing enough to change this. It’s not enough to simply expunge the records of folks who faced criminal charges for marijuana possession, while that is an important step, it leaves the rest of the staircase totally unaccounted for. Equitable drug policy means undoing the harms caused by the War on Drugs and offering direct and specific support to the people most impacted by marijuana prohibition, disproportionate arrests, and incarceration. Programs that aim to be equitable must include a pathway to prosperity that creates opportunities for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander and other people of color who face economic marginalization and have been most profoundly impacted by the failed drug war. HOW EQUITY IS BEING LEGISLATED “Without considering real estate support, legal support, securing operating capital (without losing equity), normalization campaigns, and a focus on real community reinvestment, social equity programs will not be able to support economic development in disproportionately impacted communities.” – Timeka Drew, operating social equity license holder and seasoned cannabis industry executive Establishing equity through legislation requires a nuanced understanding and a truly holistic approach. It must account for access to funding, specialized licensing programs, ongoing training and professional support, and reinvestment into black and brown communities. Access to Capital The Social Equity Legislation in Cannabis: A National Study of State and Local Programming surveyed equity programs and operators about the barriers that prevent entry into the industry, “100% of the respondents said that access to capital was the biggest need and challenge.” The study goes on to say that access to fairly structured capital, in non-predatory form, is essential, ‘It is crucial that social equity applicants have access to start-up and ongoing funding… in order to survive.” Examples of funding include reducing or eliminating application fees, grants, low or no interest loans, free rent, and rent assistance. Licensing “”Equity applicants” are a very specific form of equitable policy that is supposed to be narrowly targeted toward ensuring the ownership of the legal industry includes those who have been disproportionately impacted. Because of crony capitalism making licenses very limited, we have to force the government to allow us to own our piece through the law, which mandates a certain number or % of licenses go to impacted people.”” – Jason Ortiz, Minority Cannabis Business Association There is no one single way to set eligibility for equity applicants, each state and locality devise different ways of determining specific eligibility requirements. Most legislation requires equity applicants to have long-term residency in certain zip codes that had high numbers of cannabis-related arrests, a maximum income, and to have had a cannabis-related conviction or arrest. Equity applicant eligibility should be specific and tailored to the context of the community in which it is being implemented. *** Don’t miss Timeka Drew’s talk about “How to Apply for an Equity Lisence” streaming live from the Pride & Equity Tokeativity Social happening on Saturday, June 12. RSVP for free today! Professional Support “Equity applicants are by definition impacted individuals who are often expected to have a level of business acumen that’s comparable to an MBA. If an equity applicant doesn’t have the resources to properly vet a predatory operating agreement or what it takes to stand up a business, then how are they supposed to have a shot at retaining any upside let alone open their doors?” – Hilary Yu with Our Academy It is imperative that programs provide equity applicants with direct support throughout the process of application and continued mentorship into business ownership. Examples include: professional support in navigating the application process, education on ownership rights to prevent exploitation, business coaching, mentorship, and ongoing access to training, and legal services. Community Reinvestment “The War on Drugs devastated communities by stealing opportunities connected to jobs, housing and education. Without projects and funding focused specifically on addressing these harms created by racist and classist policies, social equity programs will continue to fall short in connecting the dots between the wrongs created by the War on Drugs and the revolutionary concept of an industry that is invested in righting those wrongs.” – Timeka Drew, operating social equity license holder and seasoned cannabis industry executive Because the harms of the drug war have been so exhaustive and far-reaching, there is a great need for expansive and in-depth reinvestment into black and brown communities. Equity programs use their platform to ensure the reallocation of cannabis tax revenue be funneled into impacted communities in the form of direct investment. Funding for restorative justice, equal education, access to health care, affordable housing, and home ownership, etc… IMPACT AND RESPONSIBILITY White folks who have benefited from the use of cannabis or profited off of a legal cannabis market should be using their privilege to advocate for those most harmed by the War on Drugs. This is an opportunity to repair the damage that was done. Legalization cannot be equitable unless it starts off as equitable, the intention is to give the communities most impacted by prohibition a head start in an industry that will take off. Utilize our platforms and privilege to increase awareness, get involved politically, share generational wealth, invest in a support structure to help Black, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander and other people of color prosper in this community. CONCLUSION I’m writing this piece to leverage my whiteness and my access to social capital to encourage Tokeativity members to understand and support equitability within the cannabis industry as legalization sweeps across the United States. It’s important to acknowledge that cannabis equity legislation can only do so much; we must work together to create pathways to prosperity in all aspects of our society. It’s overdue, but I’m excited to see the cannabis-loving community upholding this conversation and doing something about it. The attention being paid to equity and the diligent activists of color refusing to settle for anything less has me feeling hopeful about the impact this industry will have in this world. So look into what’s happening in your state and in your community and get involved! I’ll end this piece with a reflective statement from the cofounder of The Social Impact Center, Kristen Lovell: “Social Equity is a struggle that may not ever be won, but must alway be fought for. There are 48,000 collateral consequences of a conviction. Simple things, like housing, employment, and voting rights are affected when an individual undergoes incarceration. Families are broken. Education is withheld. Neighborhoods terrorized. Black and brown bodies profiled. Lives change course forever. There might never be adequate reparation, but healing from the War on Drugs is a process we must all dedicate ourselves to if we wish to consider ourselves cannabis community members. You can be a colonist or a community member. A community member can not fight for licensing without expungement, or for banking without refunding recompension, or for taxation without community reinvestment.” – Kristen Lovell, long time cannabis activist and head of brand at Biko Flower The post Social Equity Policy Initiatives in Cannabis Are All the Buzz… But, What Defines Equitable Policy? appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

All across Oregon, women are taking leadership roles in the emerging cannabis industry http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/caef12af-0c51-4f20-956c-91e434a3d66e-large16x9_TheFactory1-300x169.jpg Southern Oregon is well on its way to enjoying more of the legal cannabis lifestyle as new women-led and women-focused events encourage community, education, normalization and, of course, fun. Tokeativity, a Portland-based cannabis community for women that hosts everything from socials to business workshops, is expanding down to the Eugene area. Co-owners Lisa Snyder and Samantha Montanaro are launching the chapter June 1 and are working with the board of Women Leaders in Cannabis, a women-run, women-focused group led by Heidi Fikstad, owner of Moss Crossing, and Anna Kaplan, operations manager at Sugartop Buddery. “Southern Oregon will be our sister cities,” says Snyder, who is also the founder of Tokeativity. “We are excited to support and start branding outside of Portland.” The post MAIL TRIBUNE “Women and weed” by Liz Gold appeared first on Tokeativity® - The Global Feminist Community for Active Cannabis Culture. View the full post

Contact: Rebecca Martinez rebecca@fruitingbodiescollective.com Fruitingbodiescollective.com 503-396-1906 New BIPOC Collective Seeks To Shift Psilocybin Therapy Movement Towards Inclusion Two Local Women Are Bridging The Gap Between Psychedelic Insiders and the Curious Public Fruiting Bodies is launching their online community on March 13th, in tandem with Tokeativity’s online Psychedelics & Plant Medicine Social. Fruiting Bodies Collective is on a mission to ensure that Oregon’s psilocybin (mushroom) therapy program is affordable, equitable, and culturally relevant to Oregonians from all backgrounds. Founded in 2020 by Elan Hagens and Rebecca Martinez, this women-run social enterprise and online community creates free and low-cost educational materials for those eager to learn about psilocybin therapy, especially people from marginalized groups who might otherwise lack access. Podcast episodes, educational e-books, and free informational downloads will be available on FruitingBodiesCollective.com in an effort to make previously exclusive and hard-to-find information readily accessible to the public. Their launch on March 13th coincides with a fundraising effort to raise $20,000 to support this endeavor. The past year has seen public interest in psilocybin explode as the passage of measure 109 landed Oregon in the national spotlight. 1.2 million Oregonians (55% of voters) voted Yes on the bill, which legalized the therapeutic use of mushrooms and will create a licensing framework for the program. The required two-year development phase has begun. Along with public curiosity comes hesitation, assumption, and guesswork. When the bill passed, the Fruiting Bodies founders saw an opportunity to avoid the mistakes of the cannabis industry and ensure that Oregonians who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color see a program on day one that is explicitly designed with their interests in mind. Both Hagens and Martinez found themselves inundated with questions from the public due to Martinez’ involvement with the campaign and Hagens’ mycology background. Questions such as: Are mushrooms safe? Is micro-dosing legal now? Will this actually help with depression? When can I try this for myself? This outpouring of interest demonstrated a clear need for accurate, inviting, and highly shareable information regarding psilocybin therapy, mushroom science, and future opportunities in the space. The founders’ experience in communications and community organizing led them online. With a time-sensitive message and an ambition of growing to 100,000 active monthly members, they’re focusing on the platforms where people spend their time. Until recently, the psychedelic healing community has been predominantly white, and due to the lasting impact of the war on drugs, communities of color may be unlikely to seek out these promising therapies. “I’m a Black woman and I care about making these treatments relevant to my community. I want to change the face of psychedelics so people from my neighborhood, people from my family’s church, can see that this medicine is safe and can improve our quality of life. I want to make sure treatment is affordable, education is widespread, and we are not left behind in the rollout of this program.” -Elan Hagens, Co-founder & CEO of Fruiting Bodies In early 2023, when the Oregon Health Authority begins accepting applications for clinics, therapists, and mushroom producers, there will be a diverse network of tens of thousands of Oregonians who need to understand the principles of psilocybin therapy, feel informed and prepared for involvement, and have ample access to need-based funding for licensing and therapy fees. Fruiting Bodies is helping drive these efforts. Fruiting Bodies Collective launches March 13th. Hagens and Martinez have particular focus on women, communities of color and their allies. Their current online audience exceeds 5,000 people across social media platforms. Supporters can join an affordable monthly membership with special access to news, Oregon Health Authority program updates, and an inner circle of leaders, learners, and collaborators. Through widespread crowdfunding, sales of educational materials, and enrollment in their online community, Fruiting Bodies is setting out to raise $20,000 in Spring of 2021 to advance their effort and build upon existing momentum and community support. Like-minded groups and individuals wishing to sponsor Fruiting Bodies or make a tax-exempt gift can reach out via the contact form on their website. About the founders: Rebecca Martinez, a Mexican author and community organizer, served on staff as volunteer and event coordinator at the Yes on IP 109 campaign. Her book, Edge Play, details her personal experiences with psychedelic healing. Elan Hagens is best known for her beloved gourmet mushroom company, Temptress Truffles. A decade ago, she was the first Black vendor in the Portland Farmers Market community and has been a community leader and educator ever since. The post New BIPOC Collective Seeks To Shift Psilocybin Therapy Movement Towards Inclusion appeared first on The Global Feminist Community. View the full post

http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Copy-of-Copy-of-1456-x-180-LARGE-Leaderboard-Ads.png SWAY BLUNTS Portland-based black, queer and woman-owned CBD Blunt company, Sway Blunts, is smashing stigmas and putting some sway into our step with these oh so smoooooth toking treats! http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-06-at-11.45.13-AM.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-06-at-11.45.39-AM.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-06-at-11.45.53-AM.png Sway Blunts elevates the CBD experience by offering hand rolled, craft hemp paper CBD blunts and CBD Thai Sticks using rich organic hemp paper enhanced with terpenes. Using locally sourced Organic, top shelf, DANK CBD-rich hemp flower, these blunts are hand rolled by Melody Wright (she/they), the Founder of Sway Blunts, with love. There is something to be said for a really good blunt, can you relate?! I mean, sometimes mama just needs a blunt break. But, these days many of us cannabis consumers are not keen on the idea of smoking tobacco for a number of well known reasons. Also, high doses of THC are not ideal for all situations or body types of consumers. This is where Hemp Blunts come to the rescue! Sway has a range of products to suit any smoker’s delight! I am smoking my first Pinner as I write this and I must say, DAYYUUUMMMM. When you slide the beautiful, little clever matchbox open (where you get 10 little 1/3g CBD blunts that smell like heaven) you know you are about to take the edge off… the Sway way! The matches right there make this pack super convenient for keeping in your purse or in your stash bag. High quality and hand rolled, the blunts taste freaking amazing, burn slow and smooth and make you feel so relaxed. Lick your lips after taking a few pulls and enjoy the burst of flavonoids from the infused hemp papers. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/3.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/6.png Melody started Sway with passion, an amazing product and extensive knowledge in cannabis. Not long after entering the recreational cannabis space in 2018, Melody found herself unsure as to if they could persevere past the high barriers to entry, especially for her as a black, queer female. With the help of their team, community members and other women’s support, Sway moved into Tillamook Station, where they share an amazing space with Barbari Herbals to form the most badass co-op of plant rolling babes in the craft herbal smoke sector of the emerging cannabis industry! When I talked with Melody and CEO Sonia Fay Stolfo about what they are pumped about at Sway, my own excitement for this plant was ignited. Sway is inspired by the changing laws around cannabis and CBD and believes in supporting female and BIPOC owned businesses to help all boats rise with the tides. They are excited about the future of cannabis and how the industry sophistication is improving. CBG and Delta-8-THC are exciting new cannabinoids starting to make their way into consumer products and we can look forward to innovation staying with Sway as they grow. Cannabis consumption and the ability to consume with others in a social setting is a foundation of how Sway was founded and they would love to one day open an on-site consumption lounge. If Oregon’s 2021 Cannabis Equity Act, HB 3112 passes they may just be able to do just that. This bill is the most comprehensive, holistic approach to cannabis equity in the United States ever introduced and focuses on widespread reinvestment in the communities that have been hurt most by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs. Something we can all get behind! http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/5.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/4.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/7.png As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, we at Tokeativity are excited to see companies like Sway Blunts not only survive, but thrive. The craft cannabis market is just beginning! As consumers get access to education about the widely diverse cannabis plant, THC, CBD and other cannabinoids as well as the ways to consume we hope to see more innovative products like these Sway blunts…because, you know, sometimes mama just needs a blunt break. Take 15% off Sway Blunts HERE using the code TOKE and get yours today! Sway Blunts is a Tokeativity Business Member! The post The Biz Buzz: Sway Blunts appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/AndreaBeaulieu_CreativeLadyDirectory-300x300.jpegImage courtesy of creativeladydirectory.com “I have to make a big change now” said Studio Linear founder, Andrea Beaulieu, as she was laying next to her daughter at bed time, feeling heart race uncontrollably. She felt like she was about to die. Enough was enough. Most adults have experienced a moment similar to this. That “AHA” moment where you realize that you, and only you, are going to make the change that needs to happen for your physical, emotional and spiritual health. That moment, for Andrea, wasn’t the usual and all-too-common-these-days “I have to stop drinking alcohol now” moment. This moment was loaded with many layers of choices that were about to affect Andrea’s business and her ability to provide for her family of four. This was complicated. Big Alcohol, after-all, was funding Andrea’s business and as the Creative Director for wine and beverage campaigns geared towards moms it was Andrea’s job to know and love that alcohol she was creating designs. “This really pissed me off. It really started to bother me that the messaging for these alcoholic beverages, targeted to women and mothers, was that as moms we couldn’t deal with it ourselves…that we need alcohol to manage the stress of parenting.” – Andrea Beaulieu In this compelling interview below, Tokeativity Co-Founder and CEO, Samantha Montanaro talks with Andrea about going from Wine Mom to Canna Mom, as well as how Andrea pivoted her creative agency, Studio Linear, from alcohol to Cannabis! As Cannabis is legalized and marketed to massive audiences of new consumers, innovative cannabis and CBD brands are re-defining the stoner stigma and changing the world with their beautiful imagery absent of tie dye, stoner bros and women in skimpy clothes. Andrea and her team at Studio Linear are on the cutting edge of futuristic, beautiful and clever Cannabis branding, design and content creation that is genuinely changing the way consumers feel about weed, CBD and the array of many products. “The future of cannabis branding is about a lifestyle. It will become so normal that we will start seeing incredibly packaged brands on the shelves of Target” – Andrea Beaulieu Packaging, advertisements, billboards – this imagery really does influence the way people feel about everything. Behavioral data is worth more than oil these days. Brands have incredible power over human behavior. Cannabis branding has so much power and Studio Linear is using this power for good. The self healing revolution is HERE and women like Andrea are leading the way. .fusion-gallery-1 .fusion-gallery-image {border:0px solid #f6f6f6;} Studio Linear is accepting new clients who are looking for design services for new brands (or an existing company rebrand), logos, package design, websites, social media content and more. Check out studiolinear.com for more information and listen in on this inspiring story of how Andrea turned her pain into power. ALSO: Watch this recording of Andrea telling her story Live at the CBD Tokeativity Social in September 2021. .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post Quit Like a Woman: From Wine Mom to Canna Mom appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Chiara Juster has been a Grassroots Member member since April 2020 and has attended over 30 Tokeativity events! She has been an attorney in the cannabis space for over 15 years and is currently the legal director for The Psychedelic Justice League, putting a call to action for lawyers to get involved in protecting the plant medicine community. Connect with her on linked in! The post Tokeativity Member of the Month – Chiara Juster appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Uniting Over Their Respective Roots In The Cannabis Community And Their Unrelenting Focus On Quality, Alibi x Astral Present Earth-Powered, Star-Shaped Gummies Created With Full Spectrum Artisanal Cannabis Portland, Oregon – September 13, 2022 – Alibi Cannabis and Astral Treats launch their first selection of “Astral x Alibi” edibles. Featuring Astral’s signature star shape confection, the gummies are infused with strain specific full spectrum cannabis extract from Alibi’s organic soil-grown indoor flower. Available for purchase at select dispensaries, the edibles are offered in two flavors: Stardust Huckleberry and Stardust Peach. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/10-300x300.png Of the collaboration, Alibi Cannabis co-founder and CEO, Marianne Cursetjee says “Creating amazing products is our focus and we are excited to forge a relationship with Astral Treats to bring a unique, delicious gummy to our Oregon consumers.” Elle Rahman, co-founder and COO of Astral Treats adds “innovation, design and delivering high quality products are pillars we pride ourselves on.” Rahman continues “we share these principles with Marianne and Alibi, so as two women-led brands, our collaboration has been nothing short of thrilling and powerful in this space. We’re proud to come together to offer delicious, completely doseable edibles to our home state.” “Astral x Alibi” is a partnership between Astral Treats, an Oregon Cannabis brand inspired by the infinite possibilities of space and innovation; and Alibi Cannabis, an Oregon cultivator and brand, growing with decades of passion, experience and attention to detail while producing unique strains. By combining Alibi’s years of carefully cultivated strains and Astral’s innovative design, these collaborational treats bring a relaxing, enjoyable, mindfully transformative experience to all that eat them. Astral Alibi Gummy Flavors Astral Alibi is launching gummies in two flavors. Product information is available at https://www.astralalibi.com/products Stardust Huckleberry (infused with cannabis oils from Kush Mints cultivar) Stardust Peach (infused with oils from Animal Cookies & Rainbow Crush cultivars) Availability: Astral Alibi Stardust Gummies are available now and come in a package of two 5 piece stars for a total of 100mg per package. Astral Alibi Stardust Gummies can be purchased in select dispensaries in Oregon, including: https://greenmartpdx.com/ https://gogreenmuse.com/ https://www.smoothroots.org/ https://oregonbc.com/ https://www.growingreleaf.com/ About Alibi Cannabis: Founded in 2017, Alibi Cannabis is a woman-owned craft cannabis company based in Portland, Oregon. Known for their top shelf handcrafted flower, Alibi Cannabis is grown with decades of passion, experience and attention to detail. Alibi Cannabis produces unique strains that are slowed cured for a consistent user experience. Alibi Cannabis is available in licensed retailers throughout Oregon. To learn more and find retail locations and finely crafted branded merchandise, visit https://alibicannabis.com/, http://alibi.shop and follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/alibicannabis/. About Astral Treats Founded in 2020, Astral Treats is an Oregon-based cannabis lifestyle inspired by the infinite possibilities of space and innovation; crafting products that are as effective as they are tasty and unique. Founded by a Physicist and her Bestie, Astral’s mission is to enhance life by bringing joy and relief through delicious earth-powered, premium products. To learn more, find locations and merch, connect with Astral on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/astraltreats.eth/ or sign up for updates at www.astraltreats.com. The post New Alibi Cannabis x Astral Treats Edibles Have Landed! appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Erica Fuller has been an active Grassroots Member since February 2018 and has attended over 37 Tokeativity events! She is the Founder of Fuller Strategies, a Political Consulting Firm and is passionate about being a major dot connector in Oregon and beyond. She is running for Centennial School Board At-large Director Position 6. If you live in the centennial district in Gresham, OR, Please Vote for her on 5/18! Follow her on Instagram! The post Tokeativity Member of the Month – Erica Fuller appeared first on The Global Feminist Community. View the full post

Article by: Talya Mayfield http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Grinder-tokeativity-talya-mayfield.pngI had the pleasure of attending Missouri’s Midwest Canna Conference and Expo in early august, and I think it’s safe to say Missouri women are creating their own path in this new, emerging market. I attended several sessions, but spent a fair amount of my time walking the expo floor to meet with Missouri’s Medical Marijuana industry pioneers. The first friendly face I found was that of Alexis Simmons of The Flower MIll USA. Alexis has reinvented the grinder by replacing the traditional metal on metal grinding device with a milling process that allows for uniform milling and fluffy results. You can view the live demo of this product at….( link video provided). Follow Alexis on Instagram @alexisflowermillusa or lowermillusa.com. I ran into another pair of Sally and Amy from the Trimmer Store. These ladies saw an opportunity in the post harvest sector of cannabis cultivation, and began renting processing equipment to cultivators throughout the state. The ladies of The Trimmer Store are evidence that the cannabis industry is just like any other. There are goods and services to be acquired and provided. If you’re wanting to be a part of this industry, you must find your niche, and jump in! For more information on the The Trimmer Store go to, https://www.thetrimmerstore.com. My key takeaways from the 2021, Midwest Canna Convention and Expo: Women in Missouri are dominating the ancillary cannabis business game! While I was hard pressed to find diversity amongst license facility operators, it is obvious that women in Missouri have figured out how to turn their past experience and practices into a necessary commodity in the cannabis industry. Social equity and diversity do not appear to have played a factor in determining who would be awarded state licensure. However, the market is young enough, and adult use rumors keep Missouri residents hopeful of an inclusive and equitable adult use market in 2022. There were multiple speakers, vendors and presenters from throughout the country which tells me that there are still opportunities for Missouri natives interested in getting into the industry, to find their role and take a seat at the table. .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-8{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-8 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-8{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-8 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-8{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-8 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-7{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post Talya Mayfield visits the 2021 Midwest Canna Expo appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Portland, OR 5/6/2021 Tokeativity announced a massive line up of renowned featured speakers and special guests for the Tokeativity Canna Mom Social happening on Saturday, May 8th from 2pm-6pm PST online. Hosted with the intention to shatter stigmas and organize political and civic action around parental and cannabis user’s rights, this digital event provides cannabis consuming mothers and parents around the world a place to learn, ask questions, connect and be inspired by industry leaders and pioneers from around the world. Coined “A Beehive of Activities” by Rolling Stone, the Tokeativity Canna Mom Social is in collaboration with Herbl, Pax, Sensi Magazine and the new book any canna mom needs: Weed Mom. Boasting 4 hours of panels, discussions, Q&As, networking, dancing, seshing and so much more, highlights of this event include: Blunt Blown’ Mama Live Podcast Hosted by Shonitria Anthony with special guest Keira Sumimoto, founder of Cannabis & Parenthood. Confident Activism: How To Use Your Canna Mom Voice for Consistent Change with Leah Maurer, Co- Owner of The Weed Blog Talking To Your Kids About Cannabis A group discussion with Canna Parent network Mommies and Mary Jane Cannabis and Pregnancy Loss Moderated by Tokeativity Co-Founder Samantha Montanaro, with guest panelists Adelia Carrillo, CMO of EventHI, Chiara Juster, ESQ and Celia Behar, Co-Host of I’d never thought I’d say this, Co – Founder of The Lil Mamas and Mellow Out Mama How to talk to medical staff about your pregnancy with Kelley Bruce, Founder of Cannamommy.org The Dark Side of the Womb: Mother Wounds, Mother Loss with Tokeativity Chief Creative Officer Nickia Delaware and Tokeativity Co-Founder Lisa Snyder The High Guide Live Podcast with Creative Cannabis Entrepreneur and Vanderpop Founder, April Pride Black Mothers and Cannabis with Tiffany Watkins, Founder of Vanguard Media Online and Bianca Prachyl, Founder of Bliss Molecules. Attendees are encouraged to be as “out” or as anonymous as they want on the robust digital platform. Guests can listen in or share their screens and interact. Anyone 21+ can register and claim their free ticket HERE. Tokeativity continues to lead the charge in bringing the feminist and women’s cannabis community together, no matter where someone lives at their Community Events. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/35-300x300.pnghttp://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Canna-Moms-Brought-to-you-by-Weed-Mom-png-300x300.pnghttp://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/34-300x300.png This event is brought to you by Tokeativity, a global community of active cannabis consumers and business owners that believe in cannabis normalization, equity and empowerment of a modern consumption culture. The community connects through creative, social, and political, intersectional feminist forward activities and marketing campaigns that work to create radical, positive change. Participate in the movement and become a supporting member! A portion of their proceeds go to non-profits they care about. Tokeativity hosts monthly socials covering taboo topics as the cannabis and psychedelic movements pick up speed. Every event features 25+ guest speakers & sesh rooms like Canna Moms, Hemp Talk, Black Women & Cannabis, Music & Movement, Live Podcast Recordings, Conversations about Plant Medicine, Self Healing & More! For more information on Tokeativity and this event, please follow @Tokeativity on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn or visit Tokeativity.com. The post WEED LOVING MOMS ARE GATHERING TO CHANGE THE WAY THE WORLD VIEWS THEIR CONSUMPTION appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

For folks those of us living in Missouri, the November 2018 election will always mark a historical event. It was then that Article XIV of Missouri was amended to allow patients of the state of Missouri access medical Cannabis. By early spring of 2019, the MOCANN BIZCON Expo by Midwest Canna Expos, was held at Union Station in St. Louis, MO. This first of its kind convention and expo provided future patients and industry hopefuls the opportunity to connect with vendors as well as gain firsthand information on the emerging industry. Flash forward to 2021 when a fellow Tokeativity member, Leah Maurer, introduced me to Karin Chester-Spinks. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tokeativity-Midwest-Canna-Expos-Karin-Chester-Spinks.pngKarin Chester-Spinks I found out that Karin was the woman behind Missouri’s first ever Cannabis Convention and Expo. I jumped at the opportunity to meet this woman that put on one of the most impactful and empowering events I’d ever had the opportunity to attend. We scheduled a 30-minute meet and greet; but two and a half hours later, I realized I had only scratched the surface on the impact Karin is having on the Missouri Medical Cannabis Industry. Karin played an integral role in the 2016 medical cannabis initiative in Missouri but was 200 signatures shy of getting the measure on the ballot. In 2018 Karin became the campaign coordinator for the ballot initiative that ultimately passed, allowing for medical cannabis to become legal in Missouri. It was during this time that Karin mastered the art of event planning and once Article XIV passed, it was a no-brainer that Karin needed to plan an event. I asked Karin what 5 things she was most excited about for this year’s upcoming expo on August 11 & 12, 2021: This year’s expo will be a hybrid event; held in person and virtually. Missouri Medical Patients will have the opportunity to attend the virtual patient track for free. We’re also pleased to announce the new addition of our industry career fair on August 12th. Network with potential employers, learn about the most prominent cannabis companies, and interact with others excited about this rapidly developing industry. This year attendees will receive demonstrations from Chef/ Chocolatier Christopher Elbow from The Funny Bone Chocolate out of Kansas City, MO. A career fair will be held at this year’s expo for a $25 fee. This includes a resume editing and distributing service at no additional cost! For the second year in a row, MOCANN BIZCON will hold the Greenway Industry Awards at the end of night one of the trade show. The Greenway Industry Awards recognizes those nominated and voted on by Greenway Magazine readers as being Leaders in Industry and Advocacy. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tokeativity-MOCANN.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tokeativity-MOCANN-2.pnghttp://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tokeativity-MOCANN-3.png In wrapping up our talk Karin shared that one of her favorite things about what she does is “being able to employ people”, and shared upcoming career opportunities within her organization. “We’re looking for Brand Ambassadors”….“I’m excited about Midwest Canna Demos. Missouri Canna Demos will be hosting pop up events at licensed facilities throughout the state.” Anyone interested in learning more about the position can go to: https://midwestcannademos.com/services For more information on MOCANN BIZCON Convention and Expo, Midwest Canna Expos, and Midwest Canna Demos, go to: https://mocannbizcon.com https://www.midwestcannaexpos.com https://www.facebook.com/MidwestCannaDemos https://www.instagram.com/midwestcannademos #MOCANNBIZCONN #MISSOURICANNABIS The post Top 5 Most Exciting Things to Look Forward to at the Missouri Cannabis Business Conference (MOCANN BIZCON) this August appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

 Utokia Farms has taken creativity and cannabis to a whole new level and the Adventure Quest has just begun! Founded in 2016, Utokia is a woman-owned 2nd generation family farm just outside of Canby, OR. Combining their love for gaming and expertise of growing, Utokia produces consistent, high quality craft cannabis that is cultivated with precision and paired with creative art. Earlier this year Utokia released their already famed Adventure Preroll Pack that features not only the highest quality, premium cannabis prerolls but also collectible trading cards designed by local artists that correlate to their unique cannabis strains. They even come in an adventure-ready tin that you will want to keep and repurpose! Buy the joint packs, collect the cards, and get the chance to win dope swag and special prizes! “The Utokia Adventure Quests are just like a classic quest you might find in a video game, like World of Warcraft or your favorite RPG (role playing games for those non-gamers out there).” Crazy Cat Lady is Utokia’s latest dank strain and there is a new challenge to go with it that supports the Cat Adoption Team. Grab your lighters, and prepare for your next quest: The Crazy Cat Lady has lost her cats! Collect the 3 minion cat cards either through finding them in the Adventure Packs, or buy them directly from their website (a portion of the proceeds go to the Cat Adoption Team)! Utokia is setting a high bar for craft cannabis everywhere with their highly intentional micro-tiered farm. Founder, Holly Hillyer, shares her thoughts on what it means to her to be a small batch farm. “I think it’s important that people understand what small batch really means. A lot of companies market themselves as “small batch” when they are simply mass producing cannabis in a whole bunch of “small”ish rooms. Small batch to us really means that you are giving the plant the time and attention it needs to bring it to its full potential, it goes way beyond just the quantities per strain you are growing in each room. It’s extremely labor intensive to create high quality cannabis. There is a lot that’s involved throughout the growing, drying, trimming, and curing process that can make a substantial difference in how it turns out.” http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2.png http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3.png Pre-Rolls tend to get a bad reputation due to companies using B & C grade quality; like year-old material, shake, and even stems and seed that can taste harsh and give an uneven burn. At Utokia, they only use fresh ground nugs that have been grown in small batches, indoors with no pesticides, gently handled throughout, and slow-cured for a smooth and enjoyable experience. Their prerolls feature ultra-thin French rolling paper that is FSC Certified, meaning it is environmentally friendly. Specifically chosen to allow you to easily see the flower inside with a smooth, tasteless burn so you can enjoy the taste of the flower, not the paper. So gather your friends, pack your supplies, and get ready to venture out on your next quest with Utokia Farm’s Crazy Cat Lady Adventure Quest. Utokia Adventure Packs are available at dispensaries across Oregon, now featuring their newest strain Crazy Cat Lady – a potent cultivar which is certain to fuel your next adventure be it a hike through Powell Butte or a trek up Mt Hood; these prerolls will keep you inspired and ready to go with plenty of room for fun along the way! Collect the limited edition Cat Cards now for your chance to add a special holographic card to your growing Utokia deck! The post Utokia: Craft Cannabis, Adventure and A Crazy Cat Lady Quest! appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

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Our illustrious Co-Founder & CIO, Lisa Snyder, talks about the feminine consciousness of cannabis, and how she has woven this intention into a global canna-network organization she co-created for women who love weed, called Tokeativity. Check out the podcast episode HERE The post GREEN GODDESS PODCAST: Canna-Feminism with Lisa Snyder & Tara Rose appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/the-weedtube-logo.png WeedTube.com, launches a petition with a goal of 1 Million signatures to end the censorship of cannabis on Instagram! DENVER, CO (March 3, 2022) — WeedTube, the video sharing platform for cannabis content, is launching a petition to gain 1,000,000 signatures to demand that Instagram end its strict censorship of cannabis-related content and update its Community Guidelines to treat all legally operating cannabis businesses equally. Cannabis industry professionals and enthusiasts alike are encouraged to sign the petition to call for Instagram to update its regulations, as well as host a “roundtable” discussion with cannabis industry leaders on how to best navigate moving forward in a fair and equal way. Cannabis has been legalized for adult use in 18 states and medically in 36 states, yet Instagram continues to suspend and delete the pages of licensed and legal cannabis companies for violation of their vague and outdated policy prohibiting “attempts by individuals, manufacturers and retailers to purchase, sell or trade” marijuana. This policy is not enforced equally, with large multi-state corporations being allowed to promote their products and locations, while smaller, independent operators lose access to their Instagram pages, which are essential marketing tools in 2022. The petition is being led by WeedTube who lost access to their Instagram account in November for the second time. “We hope this petition can start a dialogue between Instagram and the legal cannabis industry to develop best practices so that we can promote our businesses in a safe and professional manner,” said WeedTube Co-Founder and Creative Director Arend Richard. Richard, whose YouTube channel was deleted in 2018 with nearly 200k subscribers due to cannabis content, has become an advocate for ending online cannabis censorship. .fusion-button.button-2{border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;} Sign the petition HERE!! .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-14{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-14 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-14{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-14 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-14{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-14 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-8{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post WEEDTUBE.COM: Legal Cannabis Industry Launches Petition Demanding Updates to Instagram’s Community Guidelines  appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:0px!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;}} Now that’s what I call a CANNA MOM event!! http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tokeativity-Canna-Moms-May-2021-Mommies-and-Mary-Jane-Panel.pngMommies & Mary Jane group talk all things canna moms WOW! HUGE THANK YOU to all the folks that joined us from around the globe with us on May 8th to celebrate CANNA MOMS! Together, we shattered stigmas, discussed political and civic action around parental and cannabis user’s rights, and set the stage for cannabis consuming mothers and parents around the world to learn from one another, ask questions, connect and get inspired by industry leaders and pioneers from around the world. This event was produced by Lisa Snyder, Wendy Mintey, Samantha Montanaro, Nickia Delware & Casey Wiser, aka Tokeativity HQ. We are a global community of active cannabis consumers and business owners that believe in cannabis normalization, equity and empowerment of a modern consumption culture. Our community connects through creative, social, and political, intersectional feminist forward activities and marketing campaigns that work to create radical, positive change. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tokeativity-Canna-Moms-May-2021-Tokeativity-HQ.pngFrom left to right Samantha Montanaro, Lisa Snyder, Casey Wiser, Wendy Mintey, Nickia Delware & aka Tokeativity HQ We appreciate all the support from our Corporate Members, Herbl, Pax, Sensi Magazine, our main event sponsor, Weed Mom, our collaborators & media partners (see full list below). We had 4 back to back hours of panels, discussions, Q&As, networking, dancing, seshing! Not all sessions are recorded, so you joining the live event is a must to really get all the juice, connections and high vibes we put out at these events! Check out our MUSIC TO TOKE TO, inspired by our Canna Moms event, curated by Nickia Delaware and the photo booth pix below! Here’s a list of all the magic that happened. If the session did have a successful recording, it will be available in our video library in the weeks after. Check back on the Tokeativity Video Library often for updates on this AND past events you might have missed! LIVE / NON RECORDED SESSIONS & GUESTS Dancing with DJ Frenchie Speed Networking, brought to you by Women Empowered in Cannabis Hang and Sesh with Tokeativity Industry Leaders – Beth van Elswyk, the Hemp Huntress of Hoi Polloi Advisors Black Mothers and Cannabis with Tiffany Watkins, Founder of Vanguard Media Online and Bianca Prachyl, Founder of Bliss Molecules. Tarot Readings with Coco Bridges: Conversations about Race, Equity & Inclusion with Mskindness B. Ramirez RECORDED SESSIONS & GUESTS http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tokeativity-Canna-Moms-May-2021-Gee-Williams.pngGee Williams Founder of RUMEDII & Black British Autistic Autism, Children & PCOS with Gee Williams, Founder of RUMEDII & Black British Autistic Talking to your kids about Cannabis with Mskindness B. Ramirez, Author The Roots Family’s Very Special Garden Learning to Write for Print & Web with Katy Isben, Founder of Sweet Jane Magazine The High Guide hosted by Creative Cannabis Entrepreneur and Vanderpop Founder, April Pride New York Legalization Update with Tanya Osborne, Founder of The Canna Diva & Event Director of Women Grow Cannamom Social Media Influencer 101 with The Mommy Jane Herbal Care Ritual Workshop for Moms with Women Weed Wifi (Amanya Maloba & Janice Ibarra) Confident Activism: How To Use Your Canna Mom Voice for Consistent Change with Leah Maurer, Co- Owner of The Weed Blog Talking To Your Kids About Cannabis A group discussion with Canna Parent network Mommies and Mary Jane How to talk to medical staff about your pregnancy with Kelley Bruce, Founder of Cannamommy.org http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tokeativity-Canna-Moms-May-2021-Mskindness-B-Ramirez.pngMskindess B. Ramirez in her new “Canna Mom Get a Light?” T shirt The Dark Side of the Womb: Mother Wounds, Mother Loss with Tokeativity Chief Creative Officer Nickia Delaware and Tokeativity Co-Founder Lisa Snyder Cannabis and Pregnancy Loss Moderated by Tokeativity Co-Founder Samantha Montanaro, with guest panelists Adelia Carrillo, CMO of EventHI, Chiara Juster, ESQ and Celia Behar, Co-Host of I’d never thought I’d say this, Co – Founder of The Lil Mamas and Mellow Out Mama Being the Mom You Want to Be… with Cannabis Hosted by Danielle Simone Brand, Author of “Weed Mom: The Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out” and special guests Marissa Fratoni, Ishqa Hillman & Xandrea James Canna Mom Inspo with Jade Daniels, Co-Founder of Ladies of Paradise Comedy with Angie Stocker Live Crafting with Angela Stocker, Founder of Highly Crafty http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tokeativity-Canna-Moms-May-2021-Pregnancy-Loss.pngCannabis & Pregnancy Loss Panel Blunt Blown’ Mama Live Podcast Hosted by Shonitria Anthony with special guest Keira Sumimoto, founder of Cannabis & Parenthood How We Normalize Cannabis for Mothers through CBD hosted by Bianca Snyder, Founder of High Society Mama and special guests Jennifer Skog, MJ Lifestyle, Jessica Bates, Moon Mother Hemp, Whitney Beaty Self-Love & The Path of Enlightenment with Lucid Kween – Self-Love & Energy Mastery Coach Tokeativity continues to lead the charge in bringing the feminist and women’s cannabis community together, no matter where someone lives at our Community Events. Attendees can be as “out” or as anonymous as they want on our platform – this ain’t no zoom call! Guests can listen in or share their screens and interact. Anyone 21+ can register and claim their sliding scale, starting with free, tickets at Tokeativity.com/events Participate in the movement and become a supporting member! A portion of our proceeds go to non-profits we care about. Tokeativity hosts monthly socials covering taboo topics as the cannabis and psychedelic movements pick up speed. Every event features 25+ guest speakers & sesh rooms like Canna Moms, Hemp Talk, Black Women In Cannabis, Music, Movement, Live Podcast Recordings, Conversations about Plant Medicine, Self Healing & More! For more information on Tokeativity and this event, we encourage you to follow @Tokeativity on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn or AND – become a member through our membership website, Tokeativity Connect. 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Tokeativity members are a bad ass community of movers and shakers in all different stages of personal and professional development within the plant medicine and feminist movements around the globe. We have found each other because we see the vision of what a different world could look like and we want to make that vision a reality. Here at Tokeativity HQ, it is a top priority to hear the needs of the community and create spaces for forward momentum, where everyone can connect, create and learn. Together, we are the movement and collaboration is essential! We survey our members twice a year to get feedback on the direction of our efforts and we are so excited to share with you what the feedback was from our Summer 2021 Survey! Check out the results from the first survey that was sent in December of 2020 here and keep reading below for the most recent findings! We know that CONNECTION is a core need of all humans and during this pivotal time in herstory, Tokeativity is working hard to support the connection of our members. As stated in our Womanifesto, we envision a world in which the cannabis, psychedelic and intersectional feminist movements heal our communities and our Earth and there is a thriving, supportive community for all cannabis loving women to know one another. .fusion-button.button-1 {border-radius:0px;} Download the Tokeativity Summer 2021 Member Survey Report >> http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/1.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2.jpghttp://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/3.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/4.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/5.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/6.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/7.jpg http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/8.jpg .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post The Future of Tokeativity: Member Summer Survey Results! appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

Social media has become a platform for the legal cannabis industry to not only display their brands but create a community revolving around the plant. Women, in particular, have found success in promoting brands, educating, and taking followers from all over the world on a journey of cannabis legalization creating relationships with these fans. Through this, they have a global reach to make a change and are jumping at the opportunity. A quick search on any popular social media site will bring up everything from Women Cannabis Business Owners, to Women’s Veterans Support Groups all based around this beautiful http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_4719-640x300-300x141.jpgfemale plant. But its more than just a group on social media, these women are there to lift each other up by making connections, supporting businesses, and offering resources to other female-run organizations with a desire for everyone to succeed. It is a new level of compassion being brought to the table that allows for collaboration benefiting all parties involved. Groups like Women Grow, Tokativity, Women Leaders in Cannabis, Grow Sisters and Women & Weed are actively pursuing a change and equality in the legal cannabis industry. Using meetups, online classes, educational events, lobbying, and support groups they are being the voice of not only gender equality in the industry but also help break the stigma of the traditional “stoner”. BY: Chelsea Smith IG: @thebakedunicornqueen Read the entire article over at Candid Chronicle The post Candid Chronicle: “Cannabis, Social Media, and the Women Behind it” by Chelsea Smith appeared first on Tokeativity® - The Global Feminist Community for Active Cannabis Culture. View the full post

http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LOWD-TOUR-KIA-JESCE-SAM-768x1024.jpgTokeativity visits LOWD. (Left to Right: Nickia Delaware, Jesce Horton, Samantha Montanaro) From the moment Kia & I walked into the infamous LOWD Cannabis indoor cultivation facility I knew it had some kind of special magic that most facilities don’t. That magic is from visionary, social justice warrior and cannabis cultivation expert, Jesce Horton. I first met Jesce Horton, co founder and CEO of LOWD Cannabis, nearly 8 years ago in Portland, Oregon just as adult use cannabis was being legalized. He spoke at an Oregon Cannabis Industry Meet Up event that I hosted at Prism House PDX and his powerful story captured the hearts and minds of everyone in the room. He told his personal story that included a strict father who spent time in prison for a small amount of cannabis. His parents tried everything they could to encourage Jesce to stay away from cannabis so he would not fall into the same cycle of incarceration and lack of opportunity. The plant and Jesce had other plans. Big plans. Jesce’s journey as a cannabis consumer began at the age of 15. Despite his parent’s attempts to discourage a relationship with weed, the plant connected with Jesce deeply and forever impacted his life. His dad’s worst fears came true when Jesce was arrested for cannabis possession at the age of 18. He went on to have multiple more arrests and witnessed, first hand, how the failed war on drugs deeply harms people and communities. Jesce is brilliant, motivated, passionate and he cares so much about changing the world view and policies on cannabis. He is still grounded in the same ethos and principles he was when I met him so many years ago – innovation in design, sustainability, precise environment control for high quality results and team building from a foundation of equity, community and culture. This is a recipe for success and we love what they are cooking up over at LOWD! http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LOWD-GROWROOM-1024x768.jpegLOWD: Love Our Weed Daily. (Photo: Nickia Delaware) http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LOWD-OPERATIONS-MGR-ALEXANDRA-225x300.jpgLOWD Community Manager, Alexandra Burns (Photo: Nickia Delaware) LOWD, which stands for Love Our Weed Daily, sticks out in a crowded Oregon market by honing in on small batch and craft ethos, using highly sought after genetics and a precise growing process that produces the very best cannabis on the market. Their dialed in flow and unmatched quality product speaks to the vast experience that the diverse team at LOWD brings to the table http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LOWD-GROWER-225x300.jpegLOWD’S Plant Daddy nurturing the babies. (Photo: Nickia Delaware) LOWD’s tag line, “smoke like a grower”, speaks to the level of care they put into every product. Growers are known for consuming the very best of the best and at LOWD they want everyday consumers to have access to ethical, high quality cannabis. Jesce is also the Co-Founder of the Minority Cannabis Business Association and has tirelessly advocated for building an equitable and responsible cannabis industry through sensible policy. The MCBA works directly with local representatives to support fair implementation and enforcement of sensible cannabis policies and provides resources for governments and citizens to design and advocate for better policies. “Today’s cannabis market needs innovation and authenticity — a lack of cultural diversity, the abandonment of legacy growers, and alienation of its pioneers threaten the culture.” – Jesce Horton, co founder and CEO of LOWD Education is a huge part of creating opportunities for folks in cannabis and Jesce is developing curriculum and instructing at the first college in New York to have a cannabis major, LIM College! He is doing similar work at HBCU Medgar Evers College, as well. People have been cultivating cannabis for over 12,000 years and in just the last 100 years so much of the ancestral knowledge has been erased in the war on drugs. LOWD is passionate about honoring the past and innovating a future that is inclusive, equitable and founded in quality. We are inspired by Jesce and the team at LOWD because they are truly walking the talk of being a part of positive change. They are an incredible example of what is possible and what we can see as cannabis continues to be legalized. Bonus: their weed is seriously FIRE. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LOWD_Sludge_Studios_0042-200x300.jpgLOWD BlūTIPS. (Photo by Sludge Studios.) Speaking of, LOWD Pre-Rolls are officially here! Fused with artisan hash, these pre-rolls are packed with top shelf flower, and the packaging is compostable and reusable. We got to sample them – these 1 gram j’s will send you to the MOON and back! Grab some wherever LOWD is sold! If you want to support LOWD Cannabis , give them a follow and show them some love to stay on the cutting edge of possibility and innovation in cannabis! Here at Tokeativity we certainly Love Our Weed Daily and we hope you do the same. The post Cannabis Company, LOWD, is changing the world. Smoke like a grower. 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By Chiara Juster http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/4.png Tokeativity is the global cannabis feminist community, you’d be hard pressed to find a member who isn’t close friends with a cannabis consuming mama if they aren’t one themself. This story is about a Canna Mama and her partner who are in need some support – please take action below! Maria (Juanita Maria Kinsey) is a cannamama like so many of us. Maria grew up in Florida, a place as different from the PNW & Northern California as one can imagine. As a seventeen-year-old Maria had a daughter, like many kids that age the allure of her friends and their fast Florida lifestyle prevented her from being the parent her family would have preferred. Her family made the decision to raise that child, the child of a child. She was still young and turned her life around heading west to the fabled lands of Mendocino. In Mendocino she found her soulmate. Colby Standley was a generational grower, the type of guy they only make in the mountains. She was in love. He was in love. The love that people only dream of. Colby & Maria grew a beautiful life together, and beautiful flower too. Maria saw firsthand how cannabis medicinally benefits people. She watched as those suffering from cancer were provided unspeakable relief. She made the moral decision to disseminate medication to those who were suffering free of charge. Not like anyone could charge much in Mendocino, cannabis was the biggest industry in the area. While the grey market evolved Maria & Colby remained compliant with guidance from the Sheriff. She grew to appreciate the quality of all things that enter her body, fruits & greens alike. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Blog-Long-Images.png Maria suffered from secondary infertility. Colby and Maria longed for a baby, they tried and tried. Colby’s heart broke watching his wife repeatedly miscarry over eight long years as they struggled to grow their family. Though enchanted with the beauty of Mendocino Maria did not forget her family back in Florida. Her elderly grandmother required a home health aide which was incredibly expensive. She wanted to help her family. In Northern California cannabis grew like the weed it is, in less fortunate states the price of flower easily demanded five times what it did back West. An ill fated decision was made and flower diverted out of state. Maria and Colby loved their dogs, they had four dogs. Colby considered his parents his best friends, beside his wife, and left two dogs with his parents when he and Maria took an RV trip to Florida with the other two dogs and fifty pounds of Mendo flower in August 2017. While Maria was out shopping in Tallahassee, Colby was relaxing at the RV with the dogs when suddenly he was surrounded by heavily armed authorities, his first thought was for his dogs as he pleaded for them not to be shot. The dogs were hauled away to the pound and Colby to jail. When Maria went to bail him out she was taken into custody. Fortunately, Maria’s daughter from her teens was now an adult and rushed to successfully rescue the dogs. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/3.png Maria and Colby were allowed to return to California while on bail. The requirements were very restrictive including drug testing twice a week which could only be conducted 120 miles from where they lived at the cost of $240 a week. This was a huge burden both logistically and financially. They were unable to comply with the restrictions and bond was rescinded. In March of 2018 Colby turned himself in, unable to comply with the burdensome restrictions. Three weeks later Maria found out she was expecting. At last!! This excitement never dissipated though she was taken into custody a month after her husband. Maria gave birth behind bars November 27, 2018. She was shackled as she was transported from jail to the hospital. When people give birth while incarcerated their families are not informed. Maria had an amazing older brother, he and his wife, themselves doting grandparents, eagerly anticipated the birth of this child that they would lovingly welcome into their home. They knew the time had come when they didn’t hear from Maria. The absence of the daily call sent a message louder than any voice could. They waited three long days before receiving a call from the hospital that Maria had given birth and was transported back to jail, and that Rainbow (her real name shall remain anonymous per request of her guardians) was waiting for them to take her home. Maria had been lucky in a way that parents on the outside would never deem as lucky, she had a cesarean section meaning that she was able to stay with her baby for those three too short days instead of having her newborn ripped from her arms that very day. When Maria’s brother and sister-in-law arrived at the hospital they were overwhelmed with how kind everyone was, it was unanticipated and over the top. He asked why everyone was being so nice and was hit with a sad truth. Most babies weren’t as lucky as little Rainbow, having a loving family to take her in set her apart for the vast majority of babies that were born to the incarcerated and the hospital staff was filled with joy knowing that this baby was loved. It wasn’t until sentencing, in May, 2019, that Colby laid eyes upon his daughter for the first time and Maria saw her for the second time. Their attorney advised them that a sympathetic substitute judge was on the bench that day who would likely make them an offer better than they would see again, well below what the prosecutor was offering and far below the 75 years they were facing had they been convicted at trial on charges of cannabis trafficking, conspiracy to traffic, and using the RV to traffic . This Judge, true to their attorney’s words, offered Maria 6 years 3 months and 2 weeks, Colby received one less year due to his clean record. http://tokeativity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/1-1.png Today Maria and Colby sit behind bars longing for the day that they will be reunited with one another and their little Rainbow. Maria’s first daughter as well as her brother and sister-in-law regularly bring the now toddler to visit her parents. “That’s mommy’s house,” the child cries out with glee when they approach the institution. Mommy and daddy aren’t allowed any communication given that they were co-defendants, yet their love continues to grow. Maria has taken her time behind bars to better herself as best she can. She formally studies horticulture– the food they grow is for staff not inmates. One of the things that Colby has always loved about Maria is that she isn’t vain, makeup isn’t her thing, but taking care of her body is important to her. Sunblock isn’t provided behind bars. Laboring in the Florida sun takes its toll on one’s skin. One of the things she uses her scarce commissary funds on is sunblock. As someone who appreciates sungrown food she laments what counts as food behind bars. For her recents birthday her friends made her a cake using crushed up commissary cookies mixed with creamer. A far cry from prior birthdays for the organic loving foodie who loves Thai food. As a dog lover Maria has been fortunate to participate in canine training. This gives her the opportunity to touch something warm and loving, though who she truly longs to hold is her little Rainbow. Colby was recently transferred to a community release program where he works in craft service– this doesn’t mean he gets even a morsel of extra food. As a guy who loves to cook (he admittedly loves to cook and clean!) he can’t wait for the opportunity to prepare meals for his own family. He has said that nothing is more gratifying than cooking a meal for his family and watching them enjoy it. True to the spirit of Tokeativity, Maria and her fellow inmates operate as a collective. The hygiene products provided to inmates aren’t the best for their skin and hair. There’s no shame in a little dandruff for which the inmates must spend $10.85 for a bottle of Head and Shoulders. Maria and her friends share shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and the like that they purchase at vastly inflated prices at the commissary. When there is an indigent female in their group they make sure she is included and suffers no further indginties for lack of funds. They all suffer enough as it is. When released before the winter holidays 2023 Maria will be reunited with her husband and child. Thanks to her brother there won’t be a custody battle. Most women who give birth behind bars face an uphill battle upon their release. Is it within the best interests of the child to return them to a mother in name only? Maria is the best mom that she can be while behind bars, she has always had constant communication with her daughter and is very much a part of the toddlers life. As a community we must come together and call attention to the fact that women continue to be arrested for cannabis. As mothers and daughters we have a moral obligation to ensure better conditions for those of us who are incarcerated including massive reform of the system that tears families apart and rips babies from their mothers arms. Maria will never be able to breastfeed her baby, Colby will never stay up nights changing diapers and soothing his baby, invaluable time has been lost. What we can do is let them know that they are not forgotten and help smooth the path for when they are released. Please consider supporting their Go Fund Me Incarcerated for Marijuana- Family Needs Help. Tonight when you tuck in your sweet one, or when you pass a child on the street, think of Rainbow and her parents who want nothing more than to be reunited. If you’d like to write to Maria (her first name, Juanita, must be included) or Colby they can be reached at: Juanita Maria Kinsey N10929 Gadsden Correctional Facility 6044 Greensboro Highway Quincy, Florida 32351-9100 Colby Standley K30356 Tallahassee CRC 2616A Springhill Road Tallahassee, Florida 32305-6739 The post Birth Behind Bars: Let’s Support This Canna Mom! appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} Do you have an opportunity you want to share with the Tokeativity community? Job, interview / press opp, etc? Send it here, we'll curate the best matches and share them. .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post Pass it Forward appeared first on Tokeativity®. View the full post

.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} We're excited to announce the kick off our TokeativiTours with the WOW: The Woman Owned Weed Tour! .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} Tokeativity HQ is traveling around North America and other parts of the world to meet, interview and toke with female trailblazers in cannabis. The number of women who own businesses in cannabis has decreased significantly as institutional money has flowed into this new, exciting industry. WOW shines a light on female pioneers in cannabis who make it known that women can not only be successful leaders, but also help the world heal through the plant medicine revolution! Catch us in person at one of our WOW pop up events in a city near you! Visit tokeativity.com/tours to learn more >> .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-2{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} We're excited to announce the kick off our TokeativiTours with the WOW: The Woman Owned Weed Tour! .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} Tokeativity HQ is traveling around North America and other parts of the world to meet, interview and toke with female trailblazers in cannabis. The number of women who own businesses in cannabis has decreased significantly as institutional money has flowed into this new, exciting industry. WOW shines a light on female pioneers in cannabis who make it known that women can not only be successful leaders, but also help the world heal through the plant medicine revolution! Catch us in person at one of our WOW pop up events in a city near you! Visit tokeativity.com/tours to learn more >> .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-6{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-6{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-6{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-3{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post Tokeativity Announces WOW: The Women Owned Weed Tour! appeared first on Tokeativity®. 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In this video, recorded live at The Pride & Equity Tokeativity Social on June 12th, 2021, Lisa Snyder & Nickia Delaware of Tokeativity interview Jay Jackson, aka Laganja Estranja, a world-renowned choreographer, artist, cannabis advocate and LGBTQ+ icon. 0:00 Tokeativity’s Lisa Snyder & Nickia Delaware kick things off 0:58 Lisa & Nickia Welcome Laganja Estranja 2:52 What kind of relationship do you have with cannabis? 3:45 What is your favorite consumption method? 4:39 How did you get started in the drag space? 6:29 How has being yourself helped you in your career? 7:59 How did your drag life cross over into cannabis? 11:36 What advice would you give to someone in the queer community who is looking to break into the cannabis industry? 14:20 Thank you! ABOUT TOKEATIVITY: Tokeativity is The Global Feminist Community for Active Cannabis Culture. We are a global community of active cannabis consumers and business owners that believe in cannabis normalization, equity and empowerment of a modern consumption culture. We connect through creative, social, and political, intersectional feminist forward activations that work to create radical, positive change. Participate in the movement and become a supporting Corporate, Business or Grassroots member at tokeativity.com/members! Save 20% off your Business or Grassroots membership with coupon code news20. Learn more about our Corporate Membership offerings at Tokeativity.com/collaborate and contact us directly to get your company connected to our global community. Add this video to your own Tokeativity Member Library FOLLOW TOKEATIVITY: https://instagram.com/tokeativity Tokeativity on YouTube https://joinclubhouse.com/club/tokeativity https://twitter.com/tokeativity https://instagram.com/tokeativity https://tiktok.com/@tokeativity https://pinterest.com/tokeativity https://medium.com/@tokeativity ABOUT THE TOKEATIVITY SOCIAL: Coined “A Beehive of Actives” by Rolling Stone, this digital event will feature speed networking, guest speakers & sesh rooms like Black Women & Cannabis, Cannamoms, Hemp Talk, Movement, Live Podcast Recordings, Conversations about Plant Medicine, Self Healing & More! Be as out or as anonymous as you want! Listen in or join via video and connect with women across the globe! RSVP to an upcoming event at http://Tokeativity.com/events ABOUT LAGANJA ESTRANJA Jay Jackson, aka Laganja Estranja, is a world-renowned choreographer, artist, cannabis advocate and LGBTQ+ icon. A U.S. Presidential Scholar in The Arts, Jackson earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance and choreography from the California Institute of the Arts and launched to stardom after being selected to compete on LogoTV’s Season 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Today, Jackson’s television and film credits include Heidi Klum’s Queen of Drags (2019), So You Think You Can Dance (2018 & 2019), Latin American Music Awards (2019), Germany’s Next Top Model (2018), Bong Appetite (2017 & 2019), America’s Got Talent (2016), RuPaul’s Green Screen Christmas (2015), Skin Wars (2015), MTV’s Video Music Awards (Miley Cyrus/2015), RuPaul’s Drag Race (2014) and the American Music Awards (Christina Aguilera/2012). Jackson was featured on the cover of New York Magazine’s June 2019 issue The Most Powerful Drag Queens in America. Laganja has also been featured in High Times Magazine as well as Dope Magazine, making her the first LGBTQ+ entertainer to appear on the cover of a cannabis magazine.The 2017 Dope Magazine feature story, “Balancing Gay Rights, Cannabis, and the Pursuit of Happiness,” covered Jackson’s road to fame and cannabis’ integral role in mitigating pain from the rigors of dance and performance. In 2020, Laganja was featured as the cover star for Hotpot Magazine. Jackson regularly performs at festivals and events across the world. Jackson has performed in 14 countries spanning 5 continents and has walked the runways of the Melange Brazil Fashion Show in Rio de Janeiro and Marco Marco in Los Angeles and New York. FOLLOW LAGANJA ESTRANJA: @laganjaestranja https://laganjaestranja.com/ .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}} .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;} The post Tokeativity Q & A with Laganja Estranja, American Drag Queen, Choreographer & Cannabis Activist seen on Ru Paul’s Drag Race appeared first on Tokeativity®. 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