A curated collection of articles, insights, and perspectives exploring psychedelics through cultural, ethical, and social lenses. You’ll find voices that challenge mainstream narratives, unpack complex issues, and offer deeper context […]
A curated collection of articles, insights, and perspectives exploring psychedelics through cultural, ethical, and social lenses. You’ll find voices that challenge mainstream narratives, unpack complex issues, and offer deeper context […]
A set of practical guidelines designed to help conference organizers meaningfully include Indigenous peoples in psychedelic science events through respectful collaboration, cultural humility, and appropriate representation. It emphasizes building genuine […]
A set of practical guidelines designed to help conference organizers meaningfully include Indigenous peoples in psychedelic science events through respectful collaboration, cultural humility, and appropriate representation. It emphasizes building genuine […]
A collection of articles and perspectives that examine psychedelics through the lens of social justice, exploring issues like equity, access, power, and systemic inequality within the field. It brings together […]
A collection of articles and perspectives that examine psychedelics through the lens of social justice, exploring issues like equity, access, power, and systemic inequality within the field. It brings together […]
A special issue that examines how power, discrimination, and privilege shape both individual experiences and institutional structures within the psychedelic field. It brings together critical perspectives to unpack systemic dynamics […]
A special issue that examines how power, discrimination, and privilege shape both individual experiences and institutional structures within the psychedelic field. It brings together critical perspectives to unpack systemic dynamics […]
A special issue that explores how diversity, equity, and access are shaping the future of psychedelic medicine, asking who benefits and who is being left out as the field grows. […]
A special issue that explores how diversity, equity, and access are shaping the future of psychedelic medicine, asking who benefits and who is being left out as the field grows. […]
A piece that challenges common narratives in the psychedelic space by unpacking six widely held myths that reinforce racial bias, even when they appear neutral or progressive. It examines how […]
A piece that challenges common narratives in the psychedelic space by unpacking six widely held myths that reinforce racial bias, even when they appear neutral or progressive. It examines how […]
A collection highlighting the work and perspectives of people of color who are actively shaping the psychedelic healing space through community, research, and practice. It brings visibility to often underrepresented […]
A collection highlighting the work and perspectives of people of color who are actively shaping the psychedelic healing space through community, research, and practice. It brings visibility to often underrepresented […]
A collective statement and action framework developed by leaders in the psychedelic space to address the lack of diversity and representation as the field grows. It outlines concrete steps to […]
A collective statement and action framework developed by leaders in the psychedelic space to address the lack of diversity and representation as the field grows. It outlines concrete steps to […]
A practical guide that outlines concrete actions individuals and organizations can take to move beyond statements about diversity and actually implement access and inclusion in psychedelic science. It focuses on […]
A practical guide that outlines concrete actions individuals and organizations can take to move beyond statements about diversity and actually implement access and inclusion in psychedelic science. It focuses on […]
A collection of articles examining how power, discrimination, and privilege operate both visibly and subtly across individuals and institutions, with a focus on their psychological, cultural, and social impacts. It […]
A collection of articles examining how power, discrimination, and privilege operate both visibly and subtly across individuals and institutions, with a focus on their psychological, cultural, and social impacts. It […]
A collection of articles exploring diversity, inclusion, and representation in the psychedelic field, with a focus on voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. It examines how factors like identity, […]
A collection of articles exploring diversity, inclusion, and representation in the psychedelic field, with a focus on voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. It examines how factors like identity, […]
A piece that confronts the overlooked history of psychedelics being used in harmful, non-affirming ways toward LGBTQ individuals, and calls for accountability within the field. It outlines concrete actions to […]
A piece that confronts the overlooked history of psychedelics being used in harmful, non-affirming ways toward LGBTQ individuals, and calls for accountability within the field. It outlines concrete actions to […]
A practical guide designed to raise awareness of how sexual abuse can occur in ayahuasca settings, outlining common scenarios, power dynamics, and warning signs participants should understand. It provides clear, […]
A practical guide designed to raise awareness of how sexual abuse can occur in ayahuasca settings, outlining common scenarios, power dynamics, and warning signs participants should understand. It provides clear, […]
A companion resource that outlines the legal options, rights, and limitations available to individuals who experience or report sexual abuse in ayahuasca contexts. It provides guidance on navigating legal systems, […]
A companion resource that outlines the legal options, rights, and limitations available to individuals who experience or report sexual abuse in ayahuasca contexts. It provides guidance on navigating legal systems, […]
A scholarly article that examines how the current push to turn psychedelics into medical treatments is not just scientific, but deeply shaped by political, economic, and cultural forces. It questions […]
A scholarly article that examines how the current push to turn psychedelics into medical treatments is not just scientific, but deeply shaped by political, economic, and cultural forces. It questions […]
An article documenting on-the-ground outreach efforts in Iquitos, Peru, where Chacruna worked directly with local communities to distribute guidelines aimed at raising awareness of sexual abuse in ayahuasca settings. It […]
An article documenting on-the-ground outreach efforts in Iquitos, Peru, where Chacruna worked directly with local communities to distribute guidelines aimed at raising awareness of sexual abuse in ayahuasca settings. It […]
Access critical resources, community safety guides, and research addressing power dynamics and sexual misconduct in ayahuasca and shamanic contexts.
Access critical resources, community safety guides, and research addressing power dynamics and sexual misconduct in ayahuasca and shamanic contexts.
Learn how the Chacruna Institute’s Ayahuasca Community Guide equips participants to recognize power dynamics, prevent sexual abuse, and navigate consent in ceremonial contexts.
Learn how the Chacruna Institute’s Ayahuasca Community Guide equips participants to recognize power dynamics, prevent sexual abuse, and navigate consent in ceremonial contexts.
A series of conversations that explore what reciprocity actually means in the context of psychedelics, moving beyond the idea of “giving back” into deeper, relationship-based responsibility.
A series of conversations that explore what reciprocity actually means in the context of psychedelics, moving beyond the idea of “giving back” into deeper, relationship-based responsibility.
A series of articles and reflections exploring what reciprocity means in the psychedelic space, moving beyond surface-level “giving back” into deeper, relationship-based responsibility with Indigenous communities and ecosystems. It examines […]
A series of articles and reflections exploring what reciprocity means in the psychedelic space, moving beyond surface-level “giving back” into deeper, relationship-based responsibility with Indigenous communities and ecosystems. It examines […]
A Harvard-published essay exploring Indigenous reciprocity, allyship, benefit-sharing, and ethical challenges within contemporary ayahuasca and international shamanic networks.
A Harvard-published essay exploring Indigenous reciprocity, allyship, benefit-sharing, and ethical challenges within contemporary ayahuasca and international shamanic networks.
A documentary series following anthropologist Bia Labate as she explores the world of peyote in West Texas, combining field research, expert interviews, and on-the-ground perspectives. It highlights the ecological pressures […]
A documentary series following anthropologist Bia Labate as she explores the world of peyote in West Texas, combining field research, expert interviews, and on-the-ground perspectives. It highlights the ecological pressures […]
A practical legal guide that explains how psychedelic churches can operate under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), outlining their rights, risks, and responsibilities in the U.S. It also provides best […]
A practical legal guide that explains how psychedelic churches can operate under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), outlining their rights, risks, and responsibilities in the U.S. It also provides best […]
An article that critically examines how the growing global demand for ayahuasca is turning a sacred Indigenous practice into a commercialized commodity, raising ethical concerns about exploitation and imbalance. It […]
An article that critically examines how the growing global demand for ayahuasca is turning a sacred Indigenous practice into a commercialized commodity, raising ethical concerns about exploitation and imbalance. It […]
We offer here a selection of 21 of the most interesting references in biomedicine, psychology, and health pertaining to ayahuasca. No doubt that we have missed a few from what […]
We offer here a selection of 21 of the most interesting references in biomedicine, psychology, and health pertaining to ayahuasca. No doubt that we have missed a few from what […]
A series of virtual community forums that explore the intersection of psychedelic patents, law, equity, and Indigenous rights through critical, interdisciplinary dialogue. They bring together experts and diverse voices to […]
A series of virtual community forums that explore the intersection of psychedelic patents, law, equity, and Indigenous rights through critical, interdisciplinary dialogue. They bring together experts and diverse voices to […]
A practical resource that explores the legal complexities and risks around ayahuasca use while offering harm reduction guidance for individuals and practitioners navigating this space. It emphasizes informed decision-making, safety […]
A practical resource that explores the legal complexities and risks around ayahuasca use while offering harm reduction guidance for individuals and practitioners navigating this space. It emphasizes informed decision-making, safety […]
A collection of videos, talks, and multimedia content that bring key conversations in the psychedelic space to life through interviews, lectures, and real-world discussions. It offers a more accessible way […]
A collection of videos, talks, and multimedia content that bring key conversations in the psychedelic space to life through interviews, lectures, and real-world discussions. It offers a more accessible way […]
