Psychedelics have encompassed a colorful history of the enchanted, wayward, and weird; its history also includes concrete ways queer folk have fundamentally shaped the substance, style, and spirituality of the psychedelic movement. At the same time, some queer people have been harmed by psychedelic culture’s heteronormative assumptions. As the psychedelic renaissance reaches a pivotal moment […]
Join our discussion on the growing intersection of Judaism and Psychedelics, and its role in the renewal of Judaism through altered states of consciousness. We’ll explore how psychedelics are changing Jewish culture and how Judaism itself is becoming an expression of and a container for psychedelic experiences. We’ll also discuss the role of Judaism as […]
Join us for an insightful conversation with award-winning artist and filmmaker Maxi Cohen as she unveils the profound impact ayahuasca has had on her creative journey. Hear firsthand how this sacred medicine has transformed her life and fueled her passion for storytelling through the medium of film. Explore the inspiration behind her captivating films about […]
Are you involved with a Church that uses psychedelic sacrament? Do you want to learn how to protect your sacrament? Or are you just generally curious about the laws surrounding the religious use of psychedelic plant medicines? Come join us, get informed, and put to rest some of the myths that circulate around the Religious […]
Tuesday, September 17th from 9am to 12:00pm PDT $10 This workshop will focus on the history and teachings of the Huni Kuin people, which will be explored through dialogues with Huni Kuin as well as a film screening of Eskawata Kayawai. Topics to be explored include: ethnocide, reciprocity, right relationship, Indigenous traditions, values, thinking and […]
September 18th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PDT $10 Moderated by Joseph Mays, Dominique Morisano, Margaret Robinson, and Christine McCleave Explore the pioneering work of how the Urban Indigenous Collective is reshaping mental healthcare within New York City’s urban Indigenous community amidst the burgeoning psychedelic renaissance. Gain insights into the multitude of Indigenous identities across the United […]
Professional spiritual health practitioners hold expertise in psychology, spirituality, religion, metaphysics, theology, existential care, and meaning-making. They represent diverse religious, spiritual and humanist traditions. Ecologically-based spiritual care affirms a view of spirituality that includes reciprocity, planetary healing, adaptation to climate change, indigenous reciprocity, and ecological grief. An ecologically-integrated approach to psychedelic therapies includes: Support for […]
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST. $10 How did a well-known ayahuasca church, Soul Quest, unravel, and what does it say about the state of the psychedelic movement today? We will discuss the rise and fall of this church, what the DEA review process revealed, the dramatic recent developments, and how the events surrounding […]
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PDT With Joanna Kempner, Tehseen Noorani, and Nicolas Langlitz. This upcoming forum will examine the compelling case of the Clusterbusters, a group of ordinary individuals debilitated by excruciating cluster headaches who developed their own treatment using home-grown psilocybin mushrooms. The forum will explore how such mutual-aid networks address the […]
Wednesday, November 27th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST In our next Community Forum we are diving into the entangled topics of art, literature, Amazonian shamanism, and Indigenous knowledge, cosmologies, and traditions. Pedro de Niemeyer Cesarino will lay out his unique trajectory as an anthropologist and writer, his research with Marubo Indigenous people from the Amazon, and […]
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Join our discussion on the groundbreaking efforts to establish federal safe harbor forChacruna Institutepsilocybin-assisted therapy for individuals with life-threatening conditions. We’ll explore the current legal status of psilocybin as a Schedule I substance, the challenges this poses for access to therapy, and potential pathways for change, including […]
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST We invite you to join us for an in-depth exploration of the recent Massachusetts ballot campaign and its implications for drug policy reform. This Community Forum will dive into the recent Massachusetts ballot campaign as we unpack its outcomes and explore the future of drug policy reform. This […]
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm PST We are delighted to invite you to Chacruna’s first Community Forum of 2025, which will explore the evolving landscape of religious and spiritual uses of natural medicines in Colorado. This discussion will examine the complexities surrounding state regulation of psychedelics, alongside diverse ethical and self-regulatory challenges within the […]
Wednesday, January 22th, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Join us for a critical conversation addressing the pressing issues of racism, implicit bias, and microaggressions within the psychedelic field. This forum brings together thought leaders, researchers, and practitioners to explore the intersection of systemic inequities and psychedelic-assisted therapies, aiming to identify actionable strategies for creating a more […]
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm PST We are thrilled to invite you to an inspiring conversation on ethical plant medicine facilitation, justice-informed practices, and integrity in the psychedelic field. Join us for this powerful conversation with an esteemed panel of speakers: Bia Labate, Jamie Beachy, Henrique Antunes, Nidia Olvera, Bruno Gomes, Stephanie Stewart, and Alejandra Barajas.
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Join us for a critical conversation about Appalachia’s place in the psychedelic movement. This mountain region, crossing 13 states in the Eastern U.S, has long been subjected to extractive industry, marginalization, appropriation, and misunderstanding by the outside world. Within the ancient mountains, however, a diversity of traditions connect […]
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Join us for an insightful discussion on the intersection of psychedelic churches and U.S. law, focusing on religious protections for ayahuasca and other plant medicines. We’ll explore whether these churches should apply for DEA exemption permits or operate without approval, the high costs of litigating against the government, […]
Join us for this dialogue that delves into the exciting intersections between psychedelics and attachment theory, exploring both the foundational aspects and the novel implications of their convergence. Our speakers will unpack the fundamental concepts of attachment theory and its key terminology, laying the grounds for a deeper dive into the forum’s topic. They will […]
This community forum will explore the evolving ecosystem of psychedelic publishing and the critical role media plays in shaping public discourse, ethical frameworks, and cultural narratives around psychedelics. As interest in psychedelics rapidly expands, the need for thoughtful, responsible, and financially sustainable platforms – across books, journalism, and academic journals – has never been more […]
