“Sacred Stories for the Sentient Earth: Collaboration, Intervention, Reciprocity”
March 27-29, 2025 at Westward Look Inn in Tucson, Arizona
Persistent dismissal of animal, plant , and earth intelligences, an attitude rooted in the hubris of Western culture, has isolated our species from the rest of life on the planet, with disastrous results. But, with recent research into animal behaviors and complex attributes of trees and other plants, a whole new interdisciplinary literature is emerging exploring the hidden lives of plants, animals and the earth herself. With rising consciousness, we turn instead to wisdom from Indigenous Cultures in conjunction with newer scientific discoveries and timeless mythologies to find inspiration and answers to our connections with every aspect of life on earth.
Our 2025 Conference focuses on meanings and relationships among mythology, science, and culture regarding animals, the green world, the land and various ecosystems.
Our Keynote Presentation features Yeye Luisah Teish and Kahuna Leilani Birely: “On Holy Ground: Commitment and Devotion to Sacred Land” Join us for a discussion regarding Land, Sacred Sites, and our Responsibility to Land and Life, in which you will experience the magic inherent in the mythology of Hawaiian and African diasporic culture.
The conference takes place at the Westward Look Inn and Spa in Tucson Arizona (ask for the conference rates): “The Inn is nestled against the Santa Catalina Mountains, where guests enjoy a serene escape with lush greenery, hiking trails, and stunning views.”
Our Call for Proposals includes proposals for papers, panels, workshops, and posters. The deadline for submissions is January 1, 2025.
Registration is open! Take advantage of our Early Bird rates to register as a Member or Non-member. (Joining saves $65 over Non-member rates.)
Thursday evening, March 27: Opening reception followed by a special evening event: A Poetry Reading in Honor of Patricia Monaghan
The Conference will be followed on Sunday, March 30 with a meeting of The Maternal Gift Economy-Movement, at the same location.
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Our thanks to Navajo artist Antoinette Thompson for sharing her artwork with us: “The Ancient Warriors Within.” See more of her art and learn about Antoinette on her website.
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