The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) is a grassroots, community-based not-for-profit. We strongly support the decriminalisation and informed use of psychedelics.
A large amount of our work involves advocacy and changing narratives around psychedelics. This includes raising awareness and educating our community (including leaders, physicians, and the general public) about the potential health benefits and risks when using these medicines, whether they are used recreationally, for mental health, physical health, spiritual development, consciousness exploration or other reasons.
We hope that in creating communities across Australia we can better advocate for the decriminalisation of psychedelics and reduce stigma associated with their use.
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Join the APS Volunteer info session Via Zoom
How to - Get Started with the APS Hub
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming APS Volunteer Intake Session, hosted by APS Vice President Antanika Hoberg.
This one-hour session will take you through the APS Volunteer Hub - our dedicated online space for volunteers to learn, connect, and contribute to the Society’s work.
During the session, we’ll explore:
How to use the APS Hub and find your way around.
The New Volunteer Induction Course, which introduces you to APS and our values
Resources, templates, and upcoming events
How to match your interests and skills with volunteer opportunities
You’ll also have a chance to meet others from the APS team, ask questions, and connect with community members around Australia.
🗓 Two session times available:
Daytime Session: 27th November 2025 at 1pm VIC time
Evening Session: 27th November 2025 at 6:30pm VIC time
🎥 Can’t make it live? Don’t worry — the session will be recorded and available for replay, but attending is best!
PLEASE Check your timezone!
🗓 APS Volunteer Intake Sessions — Thursday, 27 November 2025
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Keep up with the latest information about clinical trials and drug development through the research conducted by scientists around Australia.
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Your support allows the Australian Psychedelic Society to expand and reach more of our community, hold more events, and helps us and our community work toward our goals.
The Australian Psychedelic Society is a registered not-for-profit organisation, registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
We are currently working towards deductible gift recipient (DGR) status. This means that at the present time, donations to the APS are not tax deductible..
The APS Decriminalisation Panel Discussion
Learn about the APS’s stance on decriminalisation. In our Panel Discussion, we explore:
The current law's impacts on psychoactive substances.
The distinctions between decriminalisation and legalisation.
Potential benefits and risks of decriminalisation.
Our current focus on decriminalisation.
🎙 Our Panelists:
David Heilpern AM: Esteemed lawyer and former magistrate
Dr. Alex Wodak AM: Internationally recognised harm reduction and drug policy expert
Dr. Monica Barratt, drug policy researcher at RMIT University and Executive Director of Bluelight.org
Help the Australian Psychedelic Society destigmatise and decriminalise psychedelics by making a donation below!
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