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Psychedelic policy in Mexico: context and a case study

Natalia Rebollo Corral, Mexican Senator Alejandra Lagu…

Hear the details of a cutting-edge policy proposal straight from the source. Responding to the growing body of psychedelic research and the efforts of advocates for just drug policies, Mexican lawmakers and advocates are looking at ways to open access pathways for psychedelic use while protecting the Indigenous heritage, land, and practices where they come from. What is the nature and context of these efforts, and how do they intersect with and differ from similar approaches in the United States?

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