On October 1, 2024, a demonstration organized by Hamppupuolue, the Finnish Hemp Party will take place outside the Parliament House in Helsinki. The event aims to raise awareness about the prohibition laws surrounding hemp and cannabis, advocating for more rational policies. As a symbol of change, the group plans to distribute 200 hemp plants to MPs and the public. The demonstration is supported by public figures like Pertti “Veltto” Virtanen, and a live broadcast will be available on YouTube.
The protest coincides with Civic Engagement Day and reflects ongoing frustration with the lack of progress in cannabis policy reform. Since the last protest, medicinal cannabis prescriptions have plummeted, and the current legislative stance remains hostile. The event organizers hope to spark a conversation about more logical drug policies in Finland.
For more details, visit Hamppupuolue.