Forward Leeds, the city’s alcohol and drug support service is embarking on a campaign to raise awareness about cannabis, with a particular focus on cannabis edibles.
The campaign aims to help people understand what edibles are, the risks and to offer some advice around staying safe. The campaign running in April 2024 employs online messaging and a series of in-person events held at various locations across Leeds. The major event will be a stall on Lands Lane in the city centre on the 20 April. Locations where you can meet the Forward Leeds team include:
20 April on Lands Lane in the Leeds City Centre.
22 April at the Reginald Centre in Chapeltown.
Through these Forward Leeds seeks to reach individuals of all ages and backgrounds, fostering open dialogue and promoting harm reduction strategies.
Hannah Trevisani, Team Manager at Forward Leeds said:
“Cannabis edibles are increasingly in the news and there is a lot of information and misinformation out there. Cannabis edibles can present challenges due to their discreet nature and potentially unpredictable potency. Some people may be wondering what they are, what the risks are and how can people keep themselves safe. We’re hoping to bust some of the myths, allay some concerns and increase people’s understanding.”
The campaign running this month employs online messaging and a series of in-person events held at various locations across Leeds. The major event will be a stall on Lands Lane in the city centre on the 20 April. Through these Forward Leeds seeks to reach individuals of all ages and backgrounds, fostering open dialogue and promoting harm reduction strategies. Hannah continued:
“We hope people from across the city Forward Leeds will participate in the campaign, whether by attending our events or joining the conversation on social media using the hashtag #RespectTHC. By working together, we can promote informed decision-making and safeguard the well-being of our community.
There are many forms of cannabis edibles, including cakes, biscuits, sweets, chocolates, drinks and shakes. They usually contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC can produce pleasurable effects but can also cause anxiety and paranoia. CBD works on the pain and mood management areas of the brain and can help to balance out the unpleasant effects of THC. However, cannabis edibles may contain other ingredients which could make them more harmful.
For more information about the campaign and upcoming events, please visit the Forward Leeds website www.forwardleeds.co.uk
