Women in Cannabis Morning Tea

Canna Curious

Kyla de Clifford is the host of the Canna Curious Podcast and a leading advocate for plant-based medicine in women’s health. Her career spans continents, with a background in brand management across Dubai and Doha before returning to Australia in 2016 to pursue entrepreneurship. She went on to found a fragrance business and work in property development before a shoulder injury and a family cancer diagnosis led her to explore CBD and integrative health. That experience sparked a deep commitment to education and advocacy, particularly for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. In 2020, Kyla founded Ruby Mary Botanicals in the United States, a women-centred wellness brand supporting midlife transitions through plant-based care. And more recently she launched into the Australian market with an organic hemp intimacy oil. Today, she educates and empowers women to understand their bodies and reclaim their health through evidence-based, accessible tools. Alongside her work, Kyla is a solo mother of three and brings a grounded, lived-experience lens to everything she creates.

Shamanic Healer

My work is the weaving of a lifetime of lived experience, spiritual devotion, study, ceremony, and the quiet teachings of the body and Spirit. Healing here is grounded in nervous system safety and deep respect for pace. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is forced. Healing unfolds in relationship with readiness. My sessions blend somatic energy healing, Reiki, shamanic practice, sound, and intuitive guidance ~ always shaped by what your body, nervous system and Spirit are ready for. No two experiences are the same, because no two stories are the same.

Today my practice bridges the mystical and the grounded: energy, Spirit, trauma-awareness, and embodied listening. I’m a lifelong student of the body and the unseen, and my work continues to evolve as I do.

Veterinary Nurse

Alexis has been in the veterinary industry for almost 10 years, with a Bachelor of Science degree, she further undertook studies to become a veterinary nurse. In her current role, she assists in surgical procedures such as orthopaedic surgeries. In her career, she has worked closely with her veterinary team and observed how CBD oil can positively impact animal health. This includes joint pain, anxious animals, epilepsy and overall improved skin/coat condition.

Tilray

From being in charge of one of Australia’s first medicinal cannabis dispensaries since 2019, to now where she is representing the biggest medicinal cannabis company in the world, Tilray Brands. She has helped thousands of patients start their medical cannabis journey. With a Biochemistry background, Liz has a passion and ambition to research and educate, where she has delivered several presentations in large hospitals and further continues to educate health care professionals everyday.

Canna Patient

Emma is a Brisbane-based canna patient with long-term lived experience taking cannabis to manage both chronic back pain and ADHD. Over the years, she has incorporated plant-based support into a broader approach to wellbeing, helping her manage pain, regulate focus, and build consistency in her daily life. After time away from fitness, she is now focused on rebuilding strength through gentle, sustainable movement. Emma is passionate about reducing stigma, encouraging open conversations, and creating open, judgement-free spaces where women feel supported to explore alternative approaches to their health and make informed, confident choices.

Endocannabinoid Nurse, PlantMed

Jane is a Canadian-trained Registered Nurse who has been based in Australia since 2021. She works as an Endocannabinoid Nurse at PlantMed, where she supports patients with complex and chronic health conditions. She is passionate about helping people with complex health issues and exploring more effective modalities outside of the standard medical system. Through her work, she sees firsthand the versatility and benefits of this plant every day. Jane is also excited to be part of the shift happening in healthcare and globally around cannabis, as attitudes and policies continue to evolve.

Legalise Cannabis Party

I'm Suzette Luyken, a dedicated advocate for cannabis law reform in Australia. My work focuses on driving meaningful change so Australians are no longer punished for using a plant. I campaign for an end to outdated and unfair policies like roadside THC testing and zero-tolerance driving laws which continue to criminalise responsible cannabis users. I believe every Australian should have the right to use cannabis, whether medically or socially, without fear of prosecution. I strongly support • Safe, legal home grow options for patients, especially those facing financial hardship • A fairer system that protects medical users in the workplace and on the road • A thriving hemp industry that creates jobs, boosts agriculture and reduces our reliance on oil-based plastics and chemicals

Legalising cannabis isn't just about personal freedom. It’s about public health, economic opportunity and basic human rights.

Founder, MATA Collective

Bee Mohamed is a Government Relations and advocacy professional working at the intersection of policy, regulation, and lived experiences. With over a decade of experience across public, private, and advocacy sectors, she specialises in influencing policy development, and forging partnerships that translate policy into tangible access for patients. She has spent close to 7 years in the medicinal cannabis industry, and currently is an Ambassador for Harm Reduction Australia and Founder of Mata, a platform that aims to improve health outcomes by connecting people through storytelling and trusted holistic healthcare knowledge. Bee strongly believes that healthcare systems must be people-centred, guided by both evidence and lived experience.

@MissCannabis4220

Grounded in lived experience and unapologetically living a 420 lifestyle, Missy has been advocating for cannabis since the 90's, supporting the community from legacy to legal. With five years of creating an inclusive online space, she shares insights about the plant, cultivating connection, awareness, and reducing stigma, while highlighting its potential to support healing and reconnect us to a higher sense of self.

AusCannaReviews and AusCannaPodcast

Christina Mc Mullan is the founder of AusCannaReviews and host of the AusCannaPodcast, using her platform to advocate for safer access, patient rights, and honest conversations around cannabis. With over 30 years of lived experience, she brings a deeply personal perspective to her work, blending education with a strong commitment to breaking stigma and challenging outdated narratives. Christina is passionate about empowering patients, amplifying community voices, and helping shape a more informed and compassionate cannabis landscape in Australia.

Senior Practice Manager and Patient Care Coordinator, PlantMed Australia

Chloe has a strong background in medical, surgical and veterinary service development and operations management. She enjoys creating an environment and systems that ensures a positive experience for patients, carers, referring doctors and PlantMed team. Heading up production and creative direction of the Australian Cannabis Summit for 5 years which saw the beginning of PlantEducation.net.au a dedicated cannabinoid education platform for medical professionals and patients. Chloe is interested in integrated health practices using plant medicine, healthy Lifestyle and Nutrition. In her spare time she loves spending time with her family, pets and nature and advocating for plant education endeavours in the community.

Author, Cannabis Queens

Melanie Wentzel is a multi-award-winning Healthcare Strategist to the Global Cannabis Industry, Bestselling Author, Influential Thought Leader, International Speaker, Consultant and Coach and is currently undertaking her Masters in Neuroscience at the University of New England. She is a ‘Women Changing The World emerging global thought leader” (UK 2024) and the Top Healthcare Strategist of 2026 as awarded by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP, USA, 2026). She is deeply passionate about women and their communities and believes the reemergence of cannabis as a therapeutic tools is our greatest opportunity to improve patient outcomes and experience and relieve pressure on health systems globally.

MLC Victoria, Legalise Cannabis Party

Rachel Payne MP is a Member of the Victorian Legislative Council, representing the Legalise Cannabis party of Victoria. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and qualifications in Sociology and Politics as well as extensive experience in leadership, advocacy and campaigning gained through executive, management, policy and research roles for organisations such as Eros Association, Family Court Australia and Centrelink. Rachel is also an acclaimed performance artist, touring as Freckles Blue in Paris and London. An advocate for women’s rights, equality, inclusivity, and social and community development, Rachel is also actively involved in the LGBTIQ+ community. Rachel believes that cannabis law reform is well overdue. She is keen to drive the conversation around the role of cannabis as a catalyst for new economic opportunities, environmental ingenuity and creation.

Northern Rivers Hemp

Crystal White is a prominent figure in the Australian hemp industry, serving as a farmer and a Director of the Northern Rivers Hemp Growers Co-operative. Crystal advocates for sustainable, small-scale farming and the expansion of the industrial hemp sector. Beyond her farm, Crystal is active in regional and state-level industry development: She served as a representative on the NSW Industrial Hemp Taskforce, established to support growth in the industrial hemp sector. Crystal frequently represents the NSW and Northern Rivers industry in media, including ABC National Radio, Landline, Regional Business Awards and has submitted inquiries to the Senate regarding hemp industry development in Australia.