MJ Unpacked NYC Prioritizes Social Equity in the Cannabis Industry
NEW YORK, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As MJ Unpacked, the premier event for the cannabis industry, gets ready to take the stage in New York City on April 26-28, the cannabis market is poised for massive growth on the East Coast. However, there are challenges ahead for the industry at large, particularly when it comes to issues of social equity and inclusion.
- One of their main initiatives is the MJ Unpacked Social Impact Scholarship , a partnership with Our Academy, a 501(3)c accelerator that supports BIPOC and justice-impacted cannabis entrepreneurs.
- "We are grateful for the support from the MJ Unpacked team and their commitment to diversity and inclusion in the cannabis industry."
- In addition to the scholarship, MJ Unpacked is partnering with Oaksterdam University and the Connecticut Social Equity Council Cannabis Business Accelerator to support their social equity licensees.
- MJ Unpacked offers a unique registration path for Social Equity Licensees to receive 50% off their registration.