Events

Past Events

September 25, 2014

Time to Legalize?: Ask the Experts

Four distinguished panelists will be answering questions and discussing issues related to legalization of marijuana and Measure 91.
February 21, 2013

The Science of Medical Cannabis

Two medical marijuana states, Colorado and Washington voted this November to legalize marijuana for adults 21 and over. Does this spell the end of medical marijuana? Will medical marijuana programs remain intact and protected in states that choose to legalize? Come join SSDP in learning about the science of medical marijuana from one of Oregon’s top experts on the subject, Wayne Haythorne! SSDP will also be providing pizza!

According to a recent poll, 88% of Americans believe the medical use of marijuana recommended to a patient by a doctor pursuant to state law should be free from criminal and civil penalties. Yet the ‘federal crackdown’ on medical marijuana continues.

Come learn why the voters of 18 states and Washington, D.C. have voiced their disagreement with the federal government on the issue of marijuana’s medicinal, therapeutic value. Learn the science behind this controversial federalism conflict.



November 18, 2012

The 9th National Harm Reduction Conference: From Public Health to Social Justice

The 9th Annual Harm Reduction Conference: From Public Health to Social Justice.
until November 18, 2012