RAD to Host Marijuana Forum in Pasadena on 4/20

In November 2014 a majority of voters in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington DC moved to follow the states of Colorado and Washington to legalize recreational marijuana use. In November 2016 another wave of states are expected to consider similar measures, including the states of California, Nevada and Arizona.

Such swift state-level policy change is already having impacts on the individual and community level.  The introduction of medicinal and recreational marijuana has shifted perceptions of harm and risk among youth and the general population, with consequences to use patterns as well as research.

What impact is marijuana currently having in California? What are the health impacts of use by youth and young adults? What don’t we know about use? What policy and regulatory implications should Californians be aware of when considering legalization? Join us in taking a deeper look at the nexus between marijuana and public health, policy, and safety.

To better inform the public, the RAD coalition will host a special public forum on Monday April 20th to discuss the issue of recreational marijuana legalization. Event attendees will enjoy light, healthy refreshments, view a short video, and hear from an expert panel featuring speakers on both sides of the issue, including:

• Lynne Lymon, State Director, Drug Policy Alliance 
  
• Marina Khubesrian, MD, Council Member, City of South Pasadena 
  
• Sara Armstrong, Americans for Safe Access
  
• Catherine Branson, SAMHSA Fellow, UCLA
  
• Marijuana Anonymous Member
  

The evening will be moderated by Luis Gutierrez, Senior Associate, LURN Network.

Join us for what is sure to be a stimulating evening!

• What: RAD Forum: "Let's Be Blunt: Should CA Legalize Marijuana?"
  
• Where: Pasadena City College, Harbeson Hall, 1570 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106
• When: Monday April 20th (6-8pm)
  
• RSVP: Facebook