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As a Member, you’re not just making a donation — you’re joining a community that is at the forefront of advancing research, changing policy, and evolving education around psychedelics. Join us in shaping a future where these life-changing tools are available to those who need them most.
Chief NIxiwaka Biraci Yawanawa invited to PS2023 to discuss Psychedelic Renaissance, indigenous sacred medicines, and share open message with event participants.
The characterization of 'Mother Ayahuasca' as a benevolent healing spirit in the West is a recent commercial trend, contrasting with traditional Amazonian views where the spirit is not gendered. This
Emily Sinclair
Huni Kuin Indigenous representative discusses traditional use of ayahuasca, expressing concerns about globalization and potential loss of cultural significance with expanding Western interest in the plant.
Leopardo Yawa Bane
Study on predictors of acute ayahuasca effects at retreat in Costa Rica (N=53; Mean age=40.15; female=60.4%; White=86.8%) found intentions, expectancy, and openness correlated with spiritual, psychological, and physical effects. Results
Yitong Xin
Sacred Plant Alliance (SPA) is a self-regulating organization uniting religious practitioners to promote ceremonial use of psychedelics. SPA aims to establish best practices and legal protections under RFRA.
Bob Otis, Robert Heffernan
Indigenous plant medicines and practices are threatened by colonialism, extraction, and climate change. Supporting traditional Indigenous Medicine conservation directly supports climate and biodiversity conservation.
Miriam Volat, Mona Polacca, Chief Nixiwaka Biraci Yawanawa
Address delves into peyote's historical, cultural, and colonial impact, challenging dominant narratives and exploring paths for cultural preservation and religious freedom. Speakers illuminate untold narratives and complexities.
Dr. Harris shares insights from interviews with women elders guiding long-term underground psychedelic journeys, focusing on themes like self-healing, apprenticeship, and relationships with medicines. These priestesses offer an alternative perspective
Rachel Harris
Young elders explore merging tradition and modernity, addressing political, ecological, and epistemological challenges. Discussion aims to balance tradition and progress in a changing world.
Charlotte James