Promoting Justice and Equality in the Hemp Industry

Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday offers a time for the hemp industry to reflect on commitment to justice and equality. Jonathan Miller sits down with Amber Littlejohn, the Executive Director of the Minority Cannabis Business Association to discuss hemp’s challenging history in the space, and what businesses and individuals in the industry can do to promote Dr. King’s vision. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
Promoting Justice and Equality in the Hemp Industry Episode Resources:

Host: Jonathan Miller
Guest: Amber Littlejohn
Blog: Hemp Legally Speaking

Hemp industry questions covered in this podcast episode:
  1. On this Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, what are the challenges confronted by the hemp industry in addressing King’s vision for justice and quality?
  2. What is the hemp industry doing to foster diversity, inclusion and equity?
  3. Why is passage of the SAFE Banking Act so important to small and minority-owned hemp businesses and farmers of color?
  4. What can our listeners do to reflect Dr. King’s values in their businesses and professional lives?
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