New Jersey Cannabis Equity Association
Advocate. Support. Collaborate.
Advocate. Support. Collaborate.
Empowering Equity. Advocate with us to realize the boundless potential of an inclusive cannabis industry
Policy Advocacy
The NJCEA advocates for public policies that advance equity in New Jersey’s cannabis industry. We engage with the regulator, Legislature, and other key stakeholders to advocate for equitable policies.
Equity Initiatives
We support and promote initiatives, organizations, and programs that focus on equity within the cannabis industry. This includes providing funding, resources, and strategic guidance to projects that align with our mission of creating an inclusive and fair cannabis market in New Jersey.
Networking & Collaboration
NJCEA offers a robust forum for networking and collaboration among our members and sponsors. By joining NJCEA, you gain access to exclusive events, workshops, and meetings where you can connect with industry leaders, share insights, and forge valuable partnerships.
Our Mission
The mission of the NJCEA is to assess issues impacting the cannabis industry through the lens of equity, to build consensus among critical stakeholders, and to advance related public policy.
Acknowledging New Jersey’s fundamental commitment to social equity at the heart of its medicinal and adult-use cannabis programs, the NJCEA maintains the same commitment and works to promote responsible, viable, equity-oriented public policy solutions. The NJCEA strives to be the “go-to” thought leader on all things cannabis in New Jersey.
We are Equity Advocates.
Who do we advocate for?
Historically underrepresented groups
Communities that have been disproportionately affected by the War on Drugs.
Individuals who have been adversely impacted by the criminalization of cannabis.
Certain classes of NJ Cannabis Licensees such as: Social Equity, Diversely-Owned, Microbusiness, and Impact Zone Businesses.
Medical cannabis patients.
Cannabis industry workforce.
Our voices are stronger and more effective when we are unified.
Join us today!
Why join the NJCEA? Member benefits.
Public Policy Advocacy
- Be at the forefront of advocacy in the New Jersey cannabis industry and help to shape equitable, inclusive public policy.
- Benefit from effective government affairs strategy and representation.
Equity-Focused Initiatives
- Support and promote a variety of equity-focused initiatives in New Jersey in the areas that the CRC has identified: social equity hiring, community outreach and engagement, expungements and criminal justice involvement, cannabis business education and training, diverse partnerships, and more.
- Spearhead an equity-focused initiative as a Member-Leader.
Networking & Collaboration
- Access the NJCEA’s exclusive “behind-the-scenes” forum for members to communicate and collaborate with each other.
- Participate in regular meetings with fellow members.
- Meet up with fellow members and sponsors at periodic in-person events.
- Take advantage of exclusive member discounts and promotions.
- Form, lead, and participate in committees in your area of interest.
Choose your tier
- Open to any entity or individual aligned with the NJCEA Mission (you do not have to be a license holder or awardee.)
- All Board-Level Members are Trustees of NJCEA
- Hold voting rights at the Board level
- Available to license holders in their first year of operations
- License Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 welcome!
- Caucus with fellow members to cast a single, collective vote at the Board level
- Participate in any and all committees, initiatives, and networking events
- Available to any pre-operational awardees for licenses from the CRC
- License Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 welcome!
- Caucus with fellow members to cast a single, collective vote at the Board level
- Participate in any and all committees, initiatives, and networking events
Join the movement
for equity
We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive and thriving cannabis industry in New Jersey. Reach out to learn how you can be part of our mission and make a difference.