Susi Ramstein was the first woman to take LSD and the first psychedelic guide, yet very little is known about her experiences.| Chacruna
Chacruna Institute’s Ecology, Spirituality, and Psychedelics workshop (October 6, 2025) explores justice-based, ecologically conscious healing models. Led by Jamie Beachy, Stephanie Michael Stewart, and Bia Labate, it integrates reciprocity, Indigenous wisdom, and eco-chaplaincy with psychedelic therapy. Participants examine planetary health, ecological grief, nature-immersive practices, and human–Earth interconnectedness in psychedelic care.| Chacruna
A collaboration between the Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines & Ligare, A Christian Psychedelic Society January 15–April 9, 2026 REGISTER HERE Do you wish you got into this event for […]| Chacruna
Based on Embrace Pleasure: How Psychedelics Can Heal Our Sexuality, Dee Dee Goldpaugh leads a 3-hour workshop exploring psychedelics, sexuality, trauma, desire, and empowerment. Participants will examine sexual healing, pleasure in discourse, policy impacts, integration tools, ethics, and community roles. The event targets therapists, educators, facilitators, and seekers of erotic liberation.| Chacruna
The Chacruna Institute is hosting a virtual workshop, Psychedelic Churches: From Legal Protections to Ethics and Reciprocity, on October 1, 2025. Experts will discuss U.S. legal protections, key court cases, sincere religious belief, and ethical frameworks emphasizing reciprocity, cultural respect, and Indigenous perspectives. The event targets leaders, facilitators, advocates, and policy professionals.| Chacruna
Role: SEO InternshipLocation: Remote with opportunities for travel to conferences/eventsReports to: Marketing AdvisorJob Type: Unpaid InternshipDuration: 6 months (minimum) — 1 year (preferred)Hours: 2 hrs per day (Mon-Fri, between 6am and 4pm| Chacruna
A forgotten cache of LSD-25 in Cairo reveals Egypt’s overlooked role in early psychedelic psychiatry. Dr. Athanassios Kafkalides pioneered LSD-assisted therapy at the Greek Hospital (1960s–70s), integrating local culture and developing “autopsychognosia.” This discovery challenges Eurocentric histories, highlighting Egypt’s innovative contributions and offering lessons for culturally responsive psychedelic medicine today.| Chacruna
Mauro Morales, a lifelong peyote picker and distributor in South Texas, supported Native ceremonies, shared folklore, and sustained his community. Mauro began picking peyote when he was a child and became a major licensed distributor in 1992, hosting ceremonies and fostering connections nationwide. Despite illness later in life, he continued his work until his 2022 passing.| Chacruna
Alaska may vote in 2026 on the Alaska Natural Medicine Act to decriminalize certain psychedelics, regulate therapeutic use, and create a Traditional Use Council recognizing Indigenous practices. Advocates, inspired by Colorado’s model, aim to address addiction, mental health, and veterans’ needs while preserving Indigenous knowledge. The reform movement enjoys significant grassroots support.| Chacruna
Join us for a conversation on the role of nurses in psychedelic-assisted therapy. As psychedelics find their place in healthcare, nurses bring a unique perspective, combining clinical knowledge, ethics, and| Chacruna
We are seeking a creative, curious, and socially conscious storyteller to join our team as a Video and Media Support Intern.| Chacruna
October 20th – December 22nd, 2025, 10:30am-12pm PDT / 1pm-3pm EST REGISTER HERE Do you wish you got into this event for free? Become a Chacruna member and receive free or discounted access| Chacruna
Indigenous communities in Mexico preserve sacred plant knowledge through daily life and resistance. However, psychedelic movements often ignore their broader struggles. Mexican law protects ceremonial use, but broader therapeutic applications| Chacruna
Wednesday, August, 6th, 2025 12:00 PM PST REGISTER HERE Do you wish you got into this event for free? Become a Chacruna member and receive free or discounted access to all Community| Chacruna
Psychedelic Science 2025 emphasized integration as a collective, cultural process amid post-FDA rejection reflection. Chacruna Institute grounded the conference in justice, ethics, and inclusion through community-driven dialogues, highlighting marginalized voices| Chacruna
We invite you to join us for an inspiring conversation at the intersection of psychedelics, Black liberation, and collective transformation. This Community Forum will explore how entheogens can support movements| Chacruna
Queering Psychedelics is a nine-week live online course (July 28–Oct 6, 2025) exploring queer contributions to psychedelic healing. Taught by diverse leaders, it centers LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Indigenous voices. With| Chacruna
July 28th – October 6th, 2025, 10:30am-12pm PDT / 1pm-3pm EST REGISTER HERE Do you wish you got into this event for free? Become a Chacruna member and receive free or discounted access| Chacruna
While doing fieldwork with traditional healers in the Peruvian Amazon, I realized that their way of understanding nature was profoundly embedded within the categories of male and female. Humanity was| Chacruna
