Crossing deserts to save jungles. This is the endeavor of Joshua Bloom, an environmental activist and ICEERS volunteer, who has just completed the Marathon des Sables, a grueling 250 kilometers across the Sahara Desert.
In this interview, Joshua talks about his work in defense of plant medicine, his experience completing the ultramarathon, and his hopes for the future. https://www.iceers.org/joshua-blooms-environmental-preservation/

A study published by the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs in 2022 confirmed that ayahuasca may help support a healthy lifestyle.
The study assessed 377 participants involved in ayahuasca ceremonies in the Netherlands. Most participants (94.7%) reported a good or very good perception of their health, and 74% were more physically active than the general population, engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week.
https://www.iceers.org/research-ayahuasca-healthy-lifestyle

The ancient Aztecs called them 'Teonanácatl', the "flesh of the gods," although they are popularly known as "magic mushrooms." Psilocybin mushrooms are undoubtedly the most well-known and widely engaged entheogens globally.
In our guide, you can learn more about the history, chemical composition, legal status, effects, and potential risks of the extensive Psilocybe and Panaeolus mushroom families.

https://www.iceers.org/psilocybin-mushrooms-basic-info/

The history of ayahuasca in Portugal has been influenced by globalization, migration, and evolving attitudes toward psychedelics and alternative healing practices.

A legal analysis recently issued by ICEERS delves into Portugal's regulatory landscape regarding ayahuasca, exploring the legal nuances and their consequences for its use in religious and ceremonial contexts.

https://www.iceers.org/navigating-legal-clarity-ayahuasca-portugal/

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Applications for the 3rd edition of the ICEERS course ‘Increasing Safety in Ayahuasca Sessions’ are open until April 12th!
www.iceers.academy

Sarah Russo and Kiko Castellanos from the ICEERS communication team will be present at the Water Prayer Gathering festival, taking place in Besalú, Girona, aimed at honoring and protecting the vital essence of water. Kiko and Sarah will participate in two discussions: the first on navigating the complexity of plant medicine in our current era within the context of tradition and contemporary science; the second on the legal landscape of ancestral medicines in Spain, featuring Francisco Azorín Ortega, a lawyer specializing in psychoactive plants. If you are interested in attending, enter the code ICEERS at checkout to receive a special 10% discount for being part of our community. Visit www.waterprayergathering.org for more information.

The Cannabis Social Clubs (CSC) model in Barcelona has been an inspiration for cannabis regulation in countries across the globe. Despite this, the new municipal government in Barcelona has launched a movement against the CSCs in the city by imposing arbitrary restrictions.

In response to this situation, ICEERS has issued an open letter to the Barcelona City Council, urging authorities to adopt an informed and respectful approach to regulating cannabis. This letter was signed by 179 individuals and groups from 53 different countries.

Read and share the letter to ensure Barcelona continues to be a global example in cannabis decriminalization:

https://www.iceers.org/cannabis-social-clubs-barcelona-model-worth-defending/

A new study by ICEERS delves into the characteristics and communal aspects of Cannabis Social Clubs (CSCs) in Barcelona from 2017 to 2020.
The study reveals that CSCs in Barcelona serve as more than just cannabis distribution but play a significant role in fostering community care. The research highlights the potential of Cannabis Social Clubs in harm reduction and community well-being.
https://www.iceers.org/social-dimension-cannabis-social-clubs/

The ICEERS guide 'Intercultural Health: Integrating Traditional and Western Medicine' provides a comprehensive analysis of intercultural health initiatives in nations with indigenous and traditional communities. This work highlights existing challenges and proposes effective tactics to optimize health among these populations.
The report examines specific cases in India and China and presents practical examples from Latin America, Africa, and Oceania. These regions are crucial in ICEERS' efforts, which for years have fostered relationships with communities that preserve ancestral knowledge in the use of medicinal plants.

https://www.iceers.org/intercultural-health-traditional-western-medicine

ICEERS' new research underscores the need for evidence-based approaches in psychedelic integration, a field that is "still in its infancy," according to the authors.

The study calls for a more rigorous approach to psychedelic integration models that could inform clinicians and improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
https://www.iceers.org/evidence-based-psychedelic-integration