One Day to Create Change

Symposium

This free one-day symposium features remarks by leading industry and government officials, and panel discussions at the intersection of gay liberation and cannabis legalization on how the two movements can learn from each others’ successes.
Movie Screening

Legal cannabis all began in California’s gay communities. Presented by Queer in Cannabis, watch the world premiere screening of the documentary “Join the Club!” about the early days of medical cannabis industry California during the AIDS crisis.
Unparalleled Surroundings

Set in West Hollywood City Council Chambers, the Conference is steps away from West Hollywood’s ten dispensaries and seven cannabis lounges, West Hollywood’s Rainbow District, and the World Famous Sunset Strip.

Experts and Leaders

Confirmed guest speakers and panelists for the Cannabis Culture and Change Conference include:

California Assemblymember Matt Haney (San Francisco)
West Hollywood Councilmember Danny Hang
Ngaio Bealum, Comedian, Activist and Entertainer
Sam Mistrano, JD, USC School of Social Work
Dr. Terry Church, Associate Professor, USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Sara Payan, Host of Planted Podcast
Ian Rassman, Los Angeles NORML
Jake Stevens, Founding President, Emerald Village WeHo
Lanny Swerdlow, Brownie Mary Democrats
John D’Amico, Former West Hollywood Mayor and Councilmember
Jason Beck, AHHS WeHo and High at 9 News