Amara Barnes

Amara Barnes has worked in the cannabis industry as a budtender for over two years. She has a degree in fine arts from the University of Southern California, and she believes in the power of cannabis to heal and bond people.

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My store was robbed on Tuesday. We’re still recovering from the trauma

Amara Barnes – March 18, 2022

Our store's inability to accept credit cards has left my co-workers staring at the barrel of a gun. Twice. Something's got to change. Read more

Here’s how to start fixing racism in cannabis dispensaries

Amara Barnes – June 10, 2020

As a budtender, I see how Black employees and customers are passed over and ignored. Here are five ways to change that. Read more

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Amara Barnes

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