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Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics

Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics introduces students to basic concepts around psychedelics and justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion (JEDI). The goal of the course is to explore how psychedelics influence and are influenced by factors such as social justice, privilege, and d

Provider

Chacruna

English

Schedule

Dates not announced

4 years

Enrollment

$450

Decision Summary

Best fit
Students and mental health professionals
Format
Live Classes
Time commitment
4 years
Credential signal
Spiritual Competency Academy (SCA), approved by the American Psychological Association (APA)

Course Overview

In partnership with the University of Ottawa School of Psychology, this course teaches students to consider the cultural, social, historical, and economic contexts influencing the psychedelic renaissance. It introduces basic concepts around psychedelics and justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion (JEDI) to explore their reciprocal influences on psychedelic science, therapies, and praxis. Topics covered include anti-racism, implicit bias, queer aspects, intersectionality, cultural humility, social identity, power and privilege, and the uses of Indigenous plant medicines. The course also addresses the challenges surrounding the mainstreaming and globalization of these substances. Designed to be intellectual, personal, and experiential, the program helps participants analyze how drug policies impact minoritized peoples, explain the potential for psychedelics to relieve racial stress and trauma, and discuss intersectionality theory and praxis.

Who is this for?

Students and mental health professionals

Prerequisites

Student must be in attendance with their camera on for the entirety of the class session Student must be actively participating in the class session (asking questions, contributing to discussion, etc.) Student must fill out an evaluation and assessment form at the end of the course, which will be provided by Chacruna Collective CE credits will be awarded at the end of the course given that all of the above requirements are met

About the Provider

Chacruna is a nonprofit psychedelic education and advocacy platform based in the United States with global reach through online publishing, courses, conferences, and multilingual programming. Its work centers on psychedelic plant medicines, ethics, cultural justice, reciprocity, and Indigenous knowledge, with content and activities aimed at researchers, clinicians, educators, policy audiences, and the broader public. The organization says it bridges ceremony and science and makes academic knowledge more accessible through public-facing education. Chacruna plays an explicit role in psychedelic justice and policy-adjacent advocacy by foregrounding cultural context, equity, and protection of sacred plants and traditions. Current documented initiatives include the Indigenous Reciprocity Initiative of the Americas, which supports community-led Indigenous projects, the Psychedelic Culture conference, the bilingual Chacruna Latinoamérica platform, and courses on diversity, culture, social justice, ceremony, ethics, and reciprocity. These activities make it a potential partner for researchers, clinicians, funders, and policy groups seeking cultural consultation, educational programming, and community-centered collaboration.

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Course FAQ

Who is this course for?

Students and mental health professionals

Are there prerequisites?

Student must be in attendance with their camera on for the entirety of the class session Student must be actively participating in the class session (asking questions, contributing to discussion, etc.) Student must fill out an evaluation and assessment form at the end of the course, which will be provided by Chacruna Collective CE credits will be awarded at the end of the course given that all of the above requirements are met

What is the format and time commitment?

Format: Live Classes. Time commitment: 4 years.

How much does it cost?

The listed price is $450. Confirm the latest tuition, fees, and payment options on the provider website.

Does it offer a certificate or CE/CME credit?

The listing includes a certificate signal. Accreditation note: Spiritual Competency Academy (SCA), approved by the American Psychological Association (APA). Confirm credential eligibility directly with the provider before enrolling.

Are dates currently announced?

This active course does not have a listed upcoming cohort date yet. Check the provider website for current schedule details.

Is this course currently available?

The current listing status is Active. Use the provider website for the latest enrollment status.

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