Every Brain Matters is urgently committed to advancing policies that protect our children, families, and communities from the harms of marijuana and the growing drug and mental health crises affecting our nation.
Lives are being changed forever. Families are hurting. We cannot stay silent.
On this page, you’ll find meaningful ways we are working to create change — and how you can join us:
- Parent Action Network is a grassroots initiative of Smart Approaches to Marijuana that seeks to raise the voices of families who have been negatively impacted by the legalization and commercialization of marijuana. Their mission is to equip these families with the tools and resources they need to tell their stories and enact change. pan@learnaboutsam.org
- Colorado’s Cannabis Crisis – Colorado is facing significant challenges due to legal marijuana. Please listen to and share this video to help raise awareness of the real and devastating costs.
- Legal Action Opportunities
We provide trusted information and empower families with opportunities to take legal action against the cannabis industry. - The Voices of Marijuana Harms
Real families. Real stories. We share powerful testimonies from those whose lives have been deeply impacted, ensuring their voices are heard. - The Every Brain Matters Memorial
A public space of remembrance honoring those affected by marijuana-related harms — and a solemn reminder of why this movement is so critical. - Resources & Support for Advocates
We equip you with tools to share your story, speak publicly, advocate effectively, and navigate the emotional toll that can follow advocacy work. - Take Action Against Harmful Hemp Products – Families can submit reports of adverse health effects and safety compliance concerns to the Department of Health and Human Services.
- Citizens for a Safe and Healthy Texas – Our partner in Texas advocating to protect communities from marijuana (THC)
This movement is about protecting brains, safeguarding futures, and standing up for families who deserve better.
If you feel called to take action, we are here.
Please reach out to us at info@everybrainmatters.org to get involved.
Together, we can protect because Every Brain Matters.
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A grassroots initiative of Smart Approaches to Marijuana that seeks to raise the voices of families who have been negatively impacted by the legalization and commercialization of marijuana. Their mission is to equip these families with the tools and resources they need to tell their stories and enact change. pan@learnaboutsam.org
If your family has experienced serious physical, emotional, or behavioral harm after using cannabis, it can feel overwhelming — and deeply personal. But your experience matters. There may be ways to hold the cannabis industry accountable when the harm was foreseeable, preventable, and directly linked to their products or practices.
Many families aren’t sure where to turn. That’s why we’ve created a clear, step-by-step guide outlining the legal criteria families and attorneys use to evaluate potential cases — including the types of evidence that matter most. Contact us to connect with experienced attorneys and learn more about your options.
Many people remain unaware of the serious risks associated with marijuana use, often dismissing it as “just pot.” Behind that misconception are real families facing real consequences. Through the authentic stories of those directly impacted, we are working to equip the public and policymakers with the truth they need to make informed decisions.
If marijuana has impacted your life or your family, we also invite you to share your story. Your voice can help inform communities, influence policymakers, and protect others from harm. Together, we can elevate the truth and drive meaningful change.
We urgently invite you to read and share the stories featured on this page to help raise awareness and bring these realities to light.
The Every Brain Matters Memorial – The Voices of Marijuana Harms
The Every Brain Matters (EBM) Memorial publicly remembers the life-changing effects of marijuana and serves as a reminder of why we continue this critical fight.
This memorial serves as a place of honor, healing, and remembrance. We celebrate the lives of those we’ve lost and stand alongside the families and friends who carry their love forward. By sharing these stories, we can break the cycle of isolation and misinformation, reduce stigma, and help others find hope and support.
If you’d like to add your loved one to the Memorial, we welcome their story—in your words. Please share a photo, a favorite memory, and anything that captures who they are. Please reach out to us or submit your tribute at this link, and we’ll be honored to include it.
Resources & Support for Family Advocates
If marijuana has harmed your child, family, or community, you are not alone — and your voice matters. We provide compassionate support and practical tools to help you share your story, speak publicly, advocate effectively, and navigate the emotional toll that can follow advocacy work. By stepping forward, you help protect other families and turn your pain into purpose.
Take Action Against Harmful Hemp Products
Families across the country are watching their children suffer the consequences of today’s highly potent and largely unregulated hemp products — and too often, they feel alone or powerless to respond. Silence only allows these products to remain on shelves, marketed as “legal” and “safe,” while more young people experience serious mental and physical health effects.
Every Brain Matters is urging parents and advocates to speak up.
If your child has experienced adverse health effects, or if you have concerns about safety, labeling, or compliance, you have a legal and meaningful way to take action. Filing a report with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) helps create an official record. When multiple families report the same product or vendor, it can lead to warning letters, legal pressure, and documentation that may support future accountability.
One voice matters — but many voices together create impact.
This is not just about one family’s story. It is about protecting other children, strengthening oversight, and ensuring that public health comes before profit. By coming forward, you help shine a light on harmful practices and send a clear message that families will not be silent.
Now is the time to stand together and take action.
Citizens for a Safe and Healthy Texas
A Grassroots organization in Texas advocating to protect communities from marijuana (THC).
We’re here to support you. If you have questions or need additional information, please reach out to us at info@everybrainmatters.org — we would be honored to connect with you.
