'Jews in Weed' was founded by Jordan Isenstadt and Adriana Kertzer to build community among Jewish cannabis professionals following the spike in antisemitism after October 7, 2023. The founders noticed many Jews in the cannabis industry in New York and sought to address a lack of support and acknowledgment within the community. Their first meeting facilitated a sense of belonging, held weekly on Fridays to encourage networking and solidarity. Participants like Kimberly Tanami expressed the importance of this initiative, especially after experiencing isolation within the Jewish community after relocating.
The establishment of "Jews in Weed" emerges as a crucial response to a growing need for community among Jewish professionals in the cannabis industry post-October 7.
The initial Zoom gatherings on Fridays at 4:20 p.m. signify a unique blend of cultural and recreational aspects, fostering connection within a disjointed industry.
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