ExpoABC: free event in Ribeirão Pires discusses access, well-being, and cannabis in ABC Paulista
Free event takes place on March 28th at Parque Oriental, bringing together experts, associations, government officials, and the community to discuss access to medical cannabis, public policies, and development in ABC Paulista
On March 28th, the city of Ribeirão Pires hosts the first edition of ExpoABC: Access, Well-being, and Cannabis — a free event that aims to broaden the discussion on medical cannabis, public policies, innovation, and economic development in Greater ABC.
Organized by Flor da Vida Association, with the support of Ribeirão Pires City Hall and the institutional support of the Economic Development Agency of Greater ABC, the initiative is born with the purpose of democratizing access to qualified information about the medicinal use of cannabis and addressing historical prejudices through scientific evidence and patient testimonials.
Historical milestone in access to medical cannabis
The first edition of ExpoABC also celebrates the first year of operation of Brazil's first public medical cannabis clinic, a result of the partnership between Flor da Vida Association and Ribeirão Pires City Hall — a milestone in access to cannabis therapy in the country.
The event seeks to consolidate Greater ABC's leadership in the discussion on public health, regulation, and socio-economic development related to cannabis.
Service:
Date: March 28th
Time: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Location: Parque Oriental
Rua Major Cardim, 3100 – Estância Noblesse – Ribeirão Pires (ABC Paulista)
Admission is free. The organization requests a voluntary donation of 1kg of non-perishable food, destined for the city's Social Solidarity Fund.
Approximately 6,000 people are expected to attend throughout the day.
Scientific program and strategic debates
ExpoABC will feature three main thematic panels:
- Successful Initiatives in ABC
- Green Health, Research, and Innovation
- Regulation and Public Policies
The debates will address:
- Regulatory advances promoted by Anvisa
- The role of associations in access to medical cannabis
- Social and economic impacts of the production chain
- Scientific and technological innovation
- Development of public policies for safe and equitable access
Structure and attractions
The event will include:
- Exhibitors pavilion from the sector
- Exhibition of scientific banners
- Living area
- Food court
- Kids' space
- Museum Casa do Origami open for visitation
- Stage with lectures and cultural presentations
The cultural program includes outdoor well-being activities, artistic performances, and closing show.
Regional strengthening and public policy development
With a supportive, educational, and strategic nature, ExpoABC aims to strengthen regional networks of care, research, and development, bringing together government officials, healthcare professionals, universities, associations, and civil society.
More than just an event, the initiative positions itself as a space for qualified dialogue on the future of medical cannabis in Brazil, focusing on access, science, responsibility, and sustainable development.