Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is a national member-based organization that advocates for safe and legal access to cannabis for therapeutic and research purposes. The organization was founded in 2002 and is based in Washington, D.C.
ASA provides a range of educational resources and tools for patients, healthcare professionals, and lawmakers. They also work to develop and promote policies that improve access to medical cannabis and ensure the rights of patients are protected.
ASA has been involved in a number of important campaigns to advance medical cannabis policy, including the successful push for state medical cannabis laws and the passage of federal legislation to protect medical cannabis patients and providers.
In addition to their advocacy work, ASA also offers a certification program for medical cannabis professionals, as well as a research program focused on the efficacy and safety of medical cannabis. Their website, safeaccessnow.org, provides a wealth of information on cannabis research, policy, and advocacy efforts.