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In episode 11 of the Cannaqueerious podcast, hosts Dr. Dee and Bri Bri explore the challenges and experiences of being black, queer, and a woman in the cannabis industry. The episode delves into societal stereotypes, particularly the 'angry black woman' trope, and the intersectionality of race and gender in professional and educational settings. The hosts share personal stories and discuss the significant lack of representation, citing that only 1.5% of cannabis businesses are black-owned. They emphasize the importance of reparation, full federal legalization, and community support, highlighting black and queer business leaders and advocacy organizations. The episode concludes with practical advice on how listeners can educate themselves and get involved in promoting equality and representation in the cannabis space.00:00 Disclaimer and Introduction00:58 Representation in the Cannabis Industry05:36 Navigating Professional Spaces as a Black Woman08:14 Challenges and Support in the Cannabis Industry14:28 Statistics and Representation in Cannabis19:42 Advocacy and Education24:43 Conclusion and Call to ActionCheck out our FREE Intro to Terpenes handout to get you started on your journey to canna-confidence! subscribepage.io/CannaQueeriousTerpsPlease Follow Us:Dr. Demetria "Dr. Dee" Bates:www.instagram.com/cannaqueeriousnpJabria "Bri Bri" Craft:www.instagram.com/craftedcancoachCannaqueerious Podcast:www.instagram.com/cannaqueeriouspodcastAffiliates:Find Cannabis Coaching Institutewww.cannabiscoachinginstitue.comUSE CODE: CANNAQUEERIOUS for 10% off your tuition.Find Healer CBDhttps://healercbd.com/coupon/Bates20/?ref=192USE CODE: BATES20Cannabis Educators & Health Coaches:Find Crafted Cannabis:www.craftedcannabisllc.comFind Bates virtual Health & Consultants, LLC:https://www.batesvirtualhealth.comVirginia Residents Get Your Medical Card Today!Resources:Glossary of Terms:https://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-terms24+ LGBT Organizations:https://www.shondaland.com/act/a27789423/24-lgbtq-organizations-support-right-now/Sources for Virginia: Equality Virginia (http://www.equalityvirginia.org) NOVA Pride (www.novapride.org) People of Faith for Equality in Virginia (http://www.pofev.org) Virginia Pride (http://www.vapride.org) Gay Straight Alliance Groups in High Schools (https://www.gsanetwork.org) National Sources:Campus Pride; CenterLink Directory of LGBT Community Centers; Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere; Fight OUT Loud; GLAAD; GSA Network; Human Rights Campaign; Movement Advancement Project; PFLAG; Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders; The Trevor Project Coupons and Discounts:We may earn a small compensation if you use our links that help support this podcast. Thank you for supporting us!#BlackWomenInCannabis #QueerRepresentation #CannabisIndustry #RepresentationMatters #DiversityAndInclusion #CannabisCommunity