A forum in Asbury Park is hoping to educate the public amid a push to legalize marijuana across the state.
The Grassroots Cannabis Forum in Kennedy Park was hosted by the company Haute Box to attempt to dispel potential stigma around marijuana.
One entrepreneur involved says he wants attendees to leave with a positive opinion of cannabis.
"I want them to leave with the knowledge that cannabis is here to help people," said Ian Nugent, of Haute Box. "That it's here to leave a positive impact. Whether it be economic, medicinal or just making sure everyone feels comfortable and not overly persecuted."