Annual Inclusive Leadership Gathering

openingcircle8June 27 to 29, 2015: More than 75 people from diverse cultures, generations, abilities and places gathered on Vancouver Island, BC to explore, share, and celebrate the many ways Inclusive Leaders are transforming communities by embracing social diversity and bio-diversity.

evening32evening16Organizers and participants offered many different Workshops, Presentations and Activities:

  • Action Planning
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Compassionate Listening Circles
  • Connecting with Spirit
  • Co-operatives and Peace
  • Inclusive Values Inclusive Actions
  • Death Midwifery
  • Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
  • Earth Charter Art
  • Exploring the Rhythms of Diversity
  • Re-connecting with Nature
  • Songs of Peace
  • The Power of Inviting
  • West Coast Men’s Support Society

We had fun swimming and playing with the younger children during free time. We wound up each evening with an Inclusive Community Celebration of sharing leadership through music, drama, poetry, art and more.

ec8 children evening1 We all had many creative, hopeful, and heart-filled opportunities to connect with and re-connect with experienced and new Inclusive Leaders from Vancouver Island, Vancouver, California, England and places in between. We each have vital roles to play in being the changes we want to see in the world.

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