Social Equity Program – ShineDeliveries

What is the Social Equity Program?

The Social Equity Program (SEP) is a free, statewide, technical assistance, and training program that provides education, skill-based training, and tools for success in the cannabis industry. The SEP focuses on those most impacted by the War on Drugs, marijuana prohibition, disproportionate arrests and incarceration, and provides education and entry across four areas: entrepreneurship, entry- and managerial-level workforce development, and ancillary business support.

The SEP is not a license type. Upon completion of the program, participants will have the tools and training necessary to apply for and obtain a license; however, completion of the program does not guarantee licensure. Use the guidance and how-to documents in the sidebar or follow this link for more information on licensing.

Social Equity Program Qualifications

Applicants or licensees are eligible for the SEP if they demonstrate at least one of the following criteria:

Applicant income does not exceed 400% of Area Median Income and residency in an Area of Disproportionate Impact, as defined by the Commission, for at least five of the preceding 10 years.
Applicant residency in Massachusetts for at least the preceding 12 months and a conviction or continuance without a finding for a M.G.L. c. 94C offense under M.G.L. c. 94C or an equivalent conviction in other jurisdictions
Applicant residency in Massachusetts for at least the preceding 12 months and proof that the individual was either married to or the child of an individual convicted or continuance without a finding for a M.G.L. c. 94C offense or an equivalent conviction in other jurisdictions.