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An Anti-Racist Approach to Cannabis and Social Equity
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In this episode Herb speaks with Tavian Crosland, New York Director of the Social Equity Empowerment Network. Tavian is an impassioned and thoughtful advocate for ensuring that the path to cannabis legalization and commercialization does not leave behind those communities and individuals who were disproportionately impacted by criminal enforcement. Tavian, a former legacy operator, shares deeply personal insights concerning his own journey with cannabis.
Our Licensee Highlight segment features John Vavalo, CEO of Central Processors New York. John has long been involved in the legal cannabis market and is a leading advocate for processors and cultivators. In this episode we learn about what a processor does, how cannabis flower is turned into the assortment of products found in dispensaries – farm to retail.
Further Reading:
- NY's cannabis equity officer stepping down in wake of investigation (timesunion.com)
- Tavian Crosland | The Nation
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