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Black History Month Resources

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Art by Karina Álvarez


Black History Month has long been an opportunity to recognize the contributions, struggles, and resilience of Black communities in the United States. However, as efforts to cancel this commemoration gain momentum, it is more important than ever to reaffirm that Black history is American history—and it will not be erased. At Chacruna, we are committed to shedding light on systemic inequalities within the psychedelic movement and amplifying the voices of Black and racialized individuals who have been integral to this history. This collection of videos and articles provides valuable resources for understanding the ongoing challenges of racial discrimination, advocating for equity and inclusion, and ensuring that the psychedelic movement truly reflects the diverse communities it serves.

Community Forum Recording

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Racism, implicit bias and microaggressions in psychedelics: A call to action — Monnica T. Williams, Ph.D., ABPP, NiCole T. Buchanan, Ph.D. and Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Towards an Ethos of Equity and Inclusion in the Psychedelic Movement

Towards an Ethos of Equity and Inclusion in the Psychedelic Movement – Genesee Herzberg, PsyD, Kat Conour, LMFT, Jason Butler, Ph.D., Amy Emerson, Liana Sananda Gillooly, Veronika Gold, Mellody Hayes, MD, Lia Mix, MS, MFT, and Eric Sienknecht, Psy.D.

Special Journal Editions

Special Issue on Power, Discrimination, and Privilege in Individuals and Institutions
Special Issue on Power, Discrimination, and Privilege in Individuals and Institutions – Edited by Sonya Faber, Ph.D., Monnica T. Williams, Ph.D., Matthew D. Skinta, Ph.D., and Bia Labate, Ph.D.
Special Issue on Diversity, Equity, and Access in Psychedelic Medicine
Special Issue on Diversity, Equity, and Access in Psychedelic Medicine – Edited by Monnica T. Williams, PhD, and Bia Labate, PhD

Video Resources

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Race Relations, Psychedelics and the need for Empathy in a Racist Society — Darron T. Smith, Ph.D.

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Chacruna Debunks 6 Racist Myths from the Psychedelic Community — Dr. Monnica Williams, Ph.D., Darron Smith, Ph.D., Dr. NiCole Buchanan, Ph.D., and Cristie Strongman

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Are Black People and Queer People Allowed to Trip? — Allyne Andrade, LL.M

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Shaping our Future: Ensuring equity and access in the psychedelic renaissance – DarronT. Smith, , Ph.D., Monnica T. Williams, , Ph.D., NiCole Buchanan, , Ph.D., Stephanie Michael Stewart, Ph.D., and Joseph McCowan, Ph.D.

Chacruna Chronicles

People of Color Making a Difference in Psychedelic Healing
People of Color Making a Difference in Psychedelic Healing – Chacruna Institute
Rediscovering Our Ancestral Roots of Exploration
Rediscovering Our Ancestral Roots of Exploration – Joseph McCowan, Psy.D.
13 Steps for Promoting Access and Inclusion in Psychedelic Science
Thirteen Steps for Promoting Access and Inclusion in Psychedelic Science: You Say You Value Diversity? Here’s How to Prove It! — Monnica T. Williams, Ph.D.
Hate & Social Media in Psychedelic Spaces
Hate & Social Media in Psychedelic Spaces – Bia Labate, Ph.D. and NiCole T. Buchanan, Ph.D.
Why Psychedelic Science Should Pay Speakers and Trainers of Color
Why Psychedelic Science Should Pay Speakers and Trainers of Color – NiCole Buchanan, Ph.D.
Morals Will Always Outweigh Unjust Laws
Morals Will Always Outweigh Unjust Laws – Ayanna Bell Ph.D.
Navigating Everyday Struggles: The Journey of People of Color Confronting Racial Microaggressions
Navigating Everyday Struggles: The Journey of People of Color Confronting Racial Microaggressions — Sonya Faber Ph.D.
The Roots of Radicalization: Understanding the Power of Discrimination
The Roots of Radicalization: Understanding the Power of Discrimination — Sonya Faber Ph.D.
The Heart of Activism: Understanding Support for Black Lives Matter
The Heart of Activism: Understanding Support for Black Lives Matter — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Unlocking Bias: Racial Inequity in Psychological Science
Unlocking Bias: Racial Inequity in Psychological Science — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Bad Faith.
Bad Faith — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Serving Stereotypes, Ignoring Realities: Bias in Mental Health Provision for Black Communities
Serving Stereotypes, Ignoring Realities: Bias in Mental Health Provision for Black Communities — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Unveiling Trauma Beyond the Norm: The OBTSI Shines a Light on Oppression-Based Traumatic Stress
Unveiling Trauma Beyond the Norm: The OBTSI Shines a Light on Oppression-Based Traumatic Stress — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Navigating Race and Privilege in Classroom Discussions: Empowering Voices and Fostering Equity
Navigating Race and Privilege in Classroom Discussions: Empowering Voices and Fostering Equity – Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Healing the Healers: Addressing Race and Privilege in Psychotherapy
Healing the Healers: Addressing Race and Privilege in Psychotherapy — Sonya Faber, Ph.D.
Amber Senter on Queer Black Spaces in Cannabis Entrepreneurship, Disco Joints, and the Importance of a Patient-First Approach
Amber Senter on Queer Black Spaces in Cannabis Entrepreneurship, Disco Joints, and the Importance of a Patient-First Approach — Ali McGhee, Ph.D.
Why Black People Should Embrace Psychedelic Healing: Reclaiming Our Cultural Birthright
Why Black People Should Embrace Psychedelic Healing: Reclaiming Our Cultural Birthright — Monnica T. Williams, Ph.D., ABPP.

Trainings and Community Forums

Course: Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics 2026
Course: Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics 2026
Black Psychedelics: A Weapon for the Revolution
Black Psychedelics: A Weapon for the Revolution

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