Women and Weed
Millennial women have broken the mold of the average cannabis consumer.
While smoking cannabis was once associated with men, young women are now the fastest-growing demographic in the cannabis market.
Millennials account for 33% of all cannabis consumers and are driving the exploding legal cannabis industry. Millennial women are blazing new trails in the cannabis industry. From creating innovative cannabis-infused products to launching successful cannabis businesses, millennial women are redefining what it means to be a cannabis consumer and entrepreneur.
Cannabis has been enjoying a cultural shift from the "stoner" stereotype to a more mainstream acceptance. This shift has been embraced by many millennial women who are embracing cannabis for its health and wellness benefits.
Women are turning to cannabis for a variety of reasons, from reducing stress and anxiety to treating chronic pain. Millennial women are also leveraging the power of cannabis to reduce the stigma around marijuana.
Many women are using social media and other platforms to share their positive cannabis experiences and to have honest conversations about cannabis use. This is helping to normalize cannabis use and create an open dialogue about its use.
In addition to consuming cannabis, millennial women are also getting involved in the cannabis industry. Women are launching successful cannabis businesses, from dispensaries to edibles companies.
