Mission and Vision
Our Vision: We envision a world in which progress in psychedelic research, public education, policy, and practice lead to improvements in health and well-being.
Our Mission: Our mission is to advance psychedelic discovery for the public good. We serve as a leading trusted source for scientific and interdisciplinary inquiry that informs knowledge and decision-making about psychedelics.
In all that we do, the BCSP is guided by these values and principles: acting with integrity and transparency, conducting rigorous research, serving as responsible stewards of public resources, embodying equity and reciprocity, and approaching our work with curiosity.
Our Pillars
The BCSP has four pillars of work that advance our vision and mission:
Journalism: The BCSP is a trusted source for credible journalism that sheds light on the complexities of psychedelic research, culture, business, and policy. We provide independent, evidence-based, and accessible knowledge to engage the public on a wide range of issues related to psychedelics, and our journalism informs policymakers and decision-makers at all levels.
Basic Science: Through our basic science research, we obtain insights into how brain function is affected by psychedelics, including the relationships among the brain, the mind, emotion, and consciousness. We bring together and fund researchers from neuroscience, molecular biology, psychology, genetics, and other scientific fields to explore the fundamental properties of psychedelics and their effects.
Applied Research and Policy: The BCSP creates and shares rigorous, accessible, and relevant applied psychedelics research and policy development work, particularly for decision-makers at the state and local levels. We draw upon a range of interdisciplinary expertise and knowledge, including public policy, public health, and economics, that focus on applying knowledge to solve complex societal problems related to the accessibility and administration of psychedelics in society.
Culture and Community: We actively educate and connect people from all walks of life through our programs, events, courses, and communication channels, which serve as a vital resource for knowledge about psychedelics. The BCSP’s Culture and Community programming sparks conversations and provides deeper understanding of the science, policy, business, art, history, and culture of psychedelics, building the field for the long-term.