Canna Equity IL Coalition

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And it would've worked too, if it wasn't for those meddling stoners exposing the truth 🍃

Legalization was meant to end criminalization, but Englewood—without a single dispensary—still faces high cannab!s arrest rates. This map reveals racial bias and the failure of Illinois' legalization efforts. Is this what equity is supposed to look like?

Two major elections are coming up, and every vote matters! Here’s what to know:

📍 Cook County: Take a stand for justice by using the Injustice Watch Voter Guide to and make informed choices!

📍 Chicago: History in the making! For the first time, you can vote for your school board. Get to know the candidates with the Sun-Times & Chalkbeat Chicago guide.

Your voice counts—don’t miss this chance!

Here's where we'll be this week! Swing by one of these events to grab essential resources and snag a FREE odor-proof stash bag! 🍃😉

Election season is coming up! 🗳️ While the presidential race gets a lot of attention, don’t forget to check out your local races—they matter too! Use the link below to see who’s on your ballot and start your research: https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup.

And don’t worry if you’re not registered yet—Illinois offers same-day voter registration. Stay informed, stay engaged, and follow us for more election updates!

Why is Illinois such a hotspot for MSOs? 🤔 Share your thoughts in the comments!

📢 Terminology update! You’ll start seeing us refer to Multi-State Operators as “cartels.” To be clear, we’re not assigning any negative connotations, but language matters. As the saying goes, “Whoever controls the language controls the masses.” MSOs are operating like cartels, and it’s important to recognize that. Please share your thoughts in the comments! 💬👇

Now is NOT the time to stay home—head to the polls and make your voice count! Illinois offers same-day voter registration, so don’t worry if you’re not registered yet. Researching your local races is vital—visit ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup to get started!

What’s more frightening than decades of criminalizing people for 🍃, only to legalize it when the elite can profit? Even though it’s legal for adults 21+, harsh punishments like criminal charges, eviction, school expulsion, and deportation can still happen at any moment. That’s why it’s crucial to know your rights—make sure to follow for more info!

🕯️🌿 Join us for Roots & Remedies! 🌿🕯️

On Saturday, November 2nd, from 2 PM to 5 PM at Soul and Wellness, we’re bringing the community together for an educational event that includes resources for applying for a medical card, training on cannabis laws in Illinois, and fun art activities. Plus, enjoy some delicious goodies sponsored by and

🗓️ Event Highlights:
📚 Know Your Rights Workshop
🪪 Medical Card Resources
🎨 Coloring Pages and DIY Button Making
🍬 Yummy Snacks & Goodies!

RSVP for free at bit.ly/rsvpworkshops

This is a consumption-friendly event for those 21+, and donations are welcome!

📍 Location: 2007 S. Blue Island Ave
🍃Learn more about Soul and Wellness: soulandwellness.net | Insta:

Don’t miss out—connect, learn, and create with us!

We’re out and about this week! Stop by one of these events to pick up valuable resources and score a FREE odor-proof stash bag 🍃😉

*stares directly into camera*

Barstool Sports and its founder, David Portnoy, have a well-documented history of exploitation, sexism, and racism.

Considering the similar accusations GTI has quietly faced, their partnership with Barstool Sports is disappointing, yet unsurprising. What do you think about this alliance? Let us know in the comments!

Join us in celebrating 8 years of Soul & Wellness! 🎉 It's going to be an amazing event filled with good vibes and community love. Don't miss out—grab your tickets today!

Swipe to read the full text from the People v. Redmond ruling! The Illinois Supreme Court decision isn’t final, and the case is still ongoing. Grab a FREE odor-proof container at any of the events we’re attending!

The Boston Globe recently uncovered alarming lab testing practices used by cannabis businesses in Massachusetts to evade accountability. While Massachusetts is far from Illinois, we face similar issues here, with limited transparency in our own cannabis market. You may recall a report from the Sun-Times a few years ago that revealed the presence of toxins in products sold at Illinois dispensaries. It's long overdue for Illinois lawmakers to improve access to testing and enforce mandatory transparency. Stay engaged with the coalition and sign up for our newsletter at bit.ly/CEICdonate.

🌍 Indigenous communities have long protected Pachamama and preserved sacred plant medicines. From Turtle Island to the Andes, Sudan, DRC, Palestine, and beyond — their resilience and wisdom deserve recognition.

✊ It’s time to honor, restore, and uplift: Land Back and freedom for all Indigenous peoples and occupied lands!

Chicago is getting spooky! 👻 We’ll be out and about this week – swing by one of these events to grab some valuable resources!

Big birthday shoutout to Doug, an Englewood native who's been a powerhouse in our coalition since 2019! From leading advocacy efforts in Springfield to organizing resource fairs and fundraisers, Doug has been instrumental in expanding our impact and driving real change. We’re grateful for his leadership and commitment. Happy Birthday, Doug! 🎉

Stay informed with our bi-weekly newsletter! We can share more openly about 🍃 than we can on social, so don’t miss out—sign up now at bit.ly/CEICdonate!

🚨 Big News! 🚨 Cook County recently awarded $3.6 million in grants to support social equity 🌿 businesses!

We're incredibly proud to have partnered with Commissioner Lowry's office to help develop this program and bring vital financial support to businesses that need it most. 🙌

A huge thank you to our county partners for making this possible! Now, we call on all municipalities to step up and use cannabis revenue to create similar grant programs. Let's keep pushing for equity! 💪

Shoutout to Sharon, one of our amazing co-founders, born and raised right here in Chicago! From the very first meetings in Back of the Yards to leading record-clearing services and Know Your Rights workshops, Sharon has been instrumental in building CEIC from the ground up. Her leadership as a Lead Organizer continues to inspire as she builds relationships and drives our work forward across the region. Today, we celebrate her dedication, passion, and all the incredible work she’s done. Happy Birthday, Sharon! Thank you for being a true force for change! 🎉🌱