Statement by the Lozano and Bronner Families March 7, 2025 Both of our families continue to mourn the tragic passing of Denise Lozano. Denise was an employee of Dr. Bronner’s at the time of her death two years ago. She was a cherished employee and treasured member of Dr. Bronner’s community and a beloved daughter, sister,
Category: Psychedelics, Drug Policy & Criminal Justice Reform
“All-One” Means Staying the Course on DEI
Dr. Bronner’s Statement on DEI Programs Many companies adopted DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs in response to pressure born from mass movements against police violence and for racial justice that spread through the U.S. in 2020. At Dr. Bronner’s we too were motivated to expand initiatives to foster a greater awareness of social and racial justice in our company,
An Open Letter to the Incoming Administration, Democratic Establishment, and Our Divided Nation
I want to share some insights from my experience running our family soapmaking company as an activist engine for progressive social change for almost three decades, on some of the pressing issues our country is grappling with. We have deep experience engaging on issues ranging from advocating for psychedelic medicines and drug policy reform, to raising the minimum wage and supporting LBGTQ+ rights.
Psychedelic Healing at a Crossroads
Debacle at the FDA, Community Healing in Portland, and Question 4 in Massachusetts Writing here as a board member for the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), it’s been a crazy few months. I have no doubt that the Food & Drug Administration will eventually approve MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD after more clinical research hoops are jumped through,
Dr. Bronner’s Voting Guide for State & Local Measures
Election Day is fast approaching on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. While the focus may be on national races, down-ballot voting on state and local measures and initiatives has a direct and lasting impact on our communities. These choices empower us to influence the policies that impact our daily lives. This year’s voter guide aligns with Dr.
Rest in Peace & Power, Wayne Kramer
Dr. Bronner’s Remembers Prison Reform Activist, Legendary Musician, and All-One Changemaker. We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Wayne Kramer (April 30, 1948 – February 2, 2024), a dear friend and activist partner of our company. We are holding his wife Margaret and son Francis in our hearts and sending love to all who cared about him.
The Importance of Group Healing with Psychedelic Medicines and How Massachusetts Gets it Right
Combining Regulated Access with Self-Regulating Community Healing Models These are exciting times in the realms of psychedelic healing. In particular, I’ve been psyched by the traction and progress that group healing models are getting in both state and federal regulated access routes. Group therapy is much more cost-efficient, as well as arguably more effective, for short and long-term mental health.
Urgent! Ask Gov. Newsom to Sign Senate Bill 58 to Decriminalize Psychedelics for Personal Healing & Growth!
What Is Senate Bill 58? California Senate Bill 58 would legalize personal use of certain natural psychedelics. It passed the California Senate in May and the Assembly earlier this month with strong bi-partisan support, and is now headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk to be signed into law. The scope of the measure has been scaled back by various amendments imposed in legislative committees,
What Defines a Mission-Driven Company? See Our Cosmic Impact in Action!
A mission-driven company goes beyond a mission statement. It’s about prioritizing people and uplifting everyone along the supply chain – employees, consumers, communities, and the environment. This year we’ve been celebrating a significant achievement: 75 years in business for Dr. Bronner’s and a remarkable 165 years since the Bronner family began crafting soap in Laupheim, Germany back in 1858.
Celebrating 75 Years of Soap and Stories
Quick note: Thank you to everyone who participated in our story contest in the comments below and on our social channels! Your stories have been incredibly fun and inspiring! Our Cosmic Principles in Action Over 75 Years It was never just about the soap. When Emanuel Bronner founded Dr. Bronner’s in 1948, his not-so-secret mission was to spread a message of transcending divides and uniting the human race.