Education & Outreach
Education & Outreach
Knowledge. Access. Community. Leadership.
Empowering Georgia Through Education
GMCS Education & Outreach programs are designed to meet patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, advocates, and community members where they are — with accurate information, practical tools, and meaningful connection.
Programs & Initiatives
Patient Education
Practical guidance for Georgia medical cannabis patients — from registry navigation and card renewal to qualifying conditions, dispensary access, and safe use.
ExploreHealthcare Provider Education
Resources and training for Georgia physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals navigating medical cannabis conversations with patients.
ExploreGMCS Masterclass
In-depth educational sessions covering cannabis science, policy, patient advocacy, and healthcare integration — designed for professionals and engaged community members.
ExploreCompassion in Practice
A professional development program bridging compassionate care principles with practical medical cannabis education for healthcare and social service providers.
ExploreInternship & Emerging Talent
Hands-on experience in patient advocacy, research, communications, policy, and community outreach — building the next generation of cannabis equity leaders.
ExploreCommunity Forums
Open community conversations on medical cannabis access, patient rights, policy developments, and lived experience — hosted across Georgia.
ExploreSeeds of Compassion
A community outreach and education initiative focused on underserved Georgia communities — meeting patients and families where they are with trusted information.
ExploreResearch Education
Helping patients, caregivers, and providers understand the current state of medical cannabis research — including GMCS's own patient citizen-science initiatives.
Explore2HW Summit
The Two-Hour Warning Summit — GMCS's signature annual convening bringing together patients, providers, advocates, and policymakers to advance Georgia's medical cannabis landscape.
ExploreWorkshops
Focused skill-building and knowledge sessions on specific topics — from navigating the Georgia registry to understanding cannabis science and policy.
ExploreReady to Get Involved?
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