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- Stewards | Global Impact Alliance
Guardians Cocreating an Age of Wisdom Join us Guardians are organisations paving the way towards an Age of Wisdom. They work with wisdom keepers and local communities on concrete projects, guarding land, protecting water, air, soil, biodiversity & ancestral wisdom. Guardians all work in their own way, and with their specific focus. Together however, we are all stronger, wiser, and more impactful. Plus, it is more fun working together. We have monthly calls to update and support each other. We have joint projects, help us through the low tides, and celebrate the highs of doing transformative and impactful work. We are (Co-)Founders of for- and non-profit organisations, as colourful and diverse as nature is - exploring the art of collaboration, unleashing swarm intelligence, and being the nodes of a mycelium network of Guardians, the fabric of a new era dawning. Guardians Living Gaia e.V. www.living-gaia.org Amazon Conservation & Female Indigenous empowerment Living Gaia e.V. is a Berlin-based nonprofit supporting the Indigenous Huni Kuin in Acre, Brazil, by protecting 16,000 hectares of primary Amazon forest and promoting Indigenous self-determination. The organization focuses on forest conservation, women’s empowerment, health, food security, and sustainable economic opportunities, working closely with local communities to ensure long-term independence and cultural preservation while raising awareness in Europe about Amazon challenges. Simon Benjamin Knoop Project Manager I am a conservation scientist working with Indigenous peoples in Brazil since 2016. I hold an M.Sc. in Primate Conservation (2018). I co-manage the NGO Living Gaia, supporting the Huni Kuin and helped establish a 16,000-hectare reserve. I focus on bridging Indigenous and non-Indigenous worlds to protect nature. Aibu Dayá Indigenous Women rights & nature conservation The women's association Aibu Dayá ("the work of women" in Hatxa kuin) is the first Indigenous organization run by women in the region of Jordão, Acre. Central aspects are education, equal rights, nature conservation, women's rights, medical care as well as general basic care. The association consists of women who work to improve the living conditions of their community. They organize trainings and workshops to help other women understand their rights and realize their full potential. They are also active in conservation and work to create a sustainable future for their community. Rita Sales Huni Kuin Artist & Spokesperson Huni Kuin Rita Huni Kuin comes from the village of Chico Curumim on the Rio Jordão and lives in the small town of Jordão. She is a visual artist and depicts traditional oral stories from her culture and her own visions in her art. Her works have been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in São Paulo (MASP) and at Berlin Art Week, among others. Rita is one of the most important young representatives and spokespeople of the Huni Kuin. Together with her sister Yaká, she is co-founder of the Huni Kuin artists' group Kayatibú, which promotes the culture and spirituality of her people through art, and the Indigenous women's association Aibu Dayá. Meli Bees Network www.Meli-Bees.org Pollinating Regeneration Meli Bees Network is an Indigenous-led non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indigenous Peoples and local communities in the Amazon and beyond to lead environmental regeneration and climate justice efforts. Inspired by the native Meliponini bees, Meli builds networks of trust, supports community-led agroforestry and regenerative projects, and promotes autonomy and territory stewardship. Through educational initiatives, traditional beekeeping, and international partnerships, Meli Bees helps protect biodiversity, strengthen community resilience, and amplify Indigenous voices for a just and thriving planet Ana Rosa de Lima Founder & Director Ana Rosa de Lima is an Indigenous Omágua leader from the Brazilian Amazon and the founder of the Meli Bees Network, a nonprofit supporting regenerative projects and climate justice in Indigenous and local communities. With a background in environmental science, Ana bridges traditional knowledge and global networks to promote native beekeeping, agroforestry, and territorial sovereignty. She is a passionate advocate for biocultural diversity and Indigenous-led climate action, recognized for her work at both grassroots and international levels.
- Global Impact Alliance | Indigenous Wisdom
The Global Impact Alliance (GIA) holds the vision of humanity shifting into a new era: An Age of Wisdom. Our mission is to support this deep shift through our Wisdom Academy, Gatherings, Index, and Projects. GIA is about indigenous wisdom, system change and conscious ecology. Stewardship for a new era of capital and leadership The Age of Wisdom Explore Alliance Membership Ancestral Wisdom & Leadership for a new era We live in a time of unprecedented growth — in people, capital, data, and technological power. Yet this growth has been accompanied by rising inequality, systemic fragility, ecological degradation , and increasing social and health crises. The dominant economic and financial models of the past - rooted in extraction , short-term optimisation , and separation - are no longer sufficient for the complexity of the world we have created. We are at a civilisational inflection point . A moment that calls not for more power, but for greater wisdom . An Age of Wisdom invites a fundamental shift : reconnecting leadership and capital with nature, long-term thinking, and deeper forms of intelligence - including Indigenous and ancestral wisdom — as a foundation for redesigning our systems. This shift is both an opportunity and a responsibility. It requires new forms of leadership, stewardship, and conscious action. At Global Impact Alliance , we support this transition through two complementary pathways: The Path of Wisdom & the Path of Action. The Path of Wisdom Strategic leadership rooted in ancestral and systemic intelligence - strengthening foresight, resilience, and long-term value creation. Dive deep The Path of Action Indigenous-led projects & systemic capital - translating wisdom into tangible impact for bioregions and future generations. Get active Path of Wisdom Strategic leadership dialogues integrating Indigenous and ancestral wisdom with systems thinking, foresight, and long-term capital stewardship. Access to a Wisdom Council of Indigenous Elders , providing perspective on sustainability, long-term impacts, and the “voice of nature” in strategic and governance contexts. Trusted mediation and bridge-building between Indigenous communities and companies, investors, and institutions engaging in projects affecting land, culture, and ecosystems. Curated peer exchange within the Alliance , enabling members to learn from each other, share dilemmas, and reflect together on stewardship, responsibility, and systemic change. Leadership and legacy journeys — including retreats with Indigenous Elders — supporting senior leaders in navigating responsibility, complexity, and intergenerational value creation. Path of Action Access to Indigenous-led, place-based projects, implemented through our strategic partner, the Wisdom Age Foundation, translating alliance wisdom into on-the-ground action. Collaboration on systemic investing and philanthropic deployment, aligning capital with long-term ecological, social, and cultural value creation. Due-diligence-aligned project development with trusted Indigenous partners and local ecosystems, ensuring integrity, legitimacy, and impact readiness. Collaborative capital alignment enabling co-investment, co-funding, and coordinated action in complex, place-based initiatives. Co-development of the Wisdom Age Index , advancing new frameworks to assess wisdom-based leadership, stewardship, and systemic impact beyond conventional metrics. Join a Strategic Alliance Shaping the Age of Wisdom For Family Offices, Foundations, Companies, Banks, Pension Funds, Impact Investors & Philanthropists Are you stewarding significant capital? Then join a strategic alliance shaping how capital serves life, resilience, and long-term value creation. Reach out to know more Alliance members are active stewards of our time. They are forward-thinking leaders who choose to step into responsibility — contributing time, capital, expertise, and presence to a shared mission in service of Indigenous-led action, leadership development, and systemic change. Our Strategic Partne r Conscious Action for an Age of Wisdom Wisdom Age Foundation Global Impact Alliance and the Wisdom Age Foundation collaborate as strategic partners within a shared ecosystem. While GIA focuses on cultivating wisdom and building alliances between Indigenous leadership and the financial world, the Wisdom Age Foundation acts as an implementation partner, translating this collective intelligence into concrete, on-the-ground projects for people and planet. The Wisdom Age Charter Principles that guide how we steward capital, collaborate with Indigenous partners, and act in service of life. Inner Transformation PARADIGM & CULTURE SHIFT We embrace the fact that we are an interdependent part of nature and that everything is connected. What we do to natural elements, to others, humans and other-than-humans, we ultimately do to ourselves. We learn about our home, the natural world, and dive deep into timeless wisdom. So that we may survive and thrive. By becoming stewards of the land and guardians of life. We take up a holistic perspective and learn to think, decide and act in systems. By bringing together ancient, indigenous and scientific knowledge, we build the base to redesign our systems, wisely apply financial means and technology. Starting from within, we adopt a lifestyle of “elegant simplicity”. We reconnect to our innate wisdom, find joy from within, heal the past and walk the talk of a new culture. THE PATH OF WISDOM WISDOM AGE CHARTER The Age of Wisdom emerges from the here & now. Through everyone of us. It starts with an inner paradigm & culture shift and shows up in aligned, joint action for impact and systemic change. We consciously evolve, for the wellbeing of people & planet. WE TRULY EMBODY BEING HOMO SAPIENS - WISE BEINGS. Download the Charter Systemic Change CONSCIOUS ACTION & COLLABORATION We redesign our economic and financial systems. We redefine the current definition of success, and shift from focusing on quantitative, monetary and endless growth to an approach and rules where the economy, business and the allocation of our time, money and talents is geared to serve the wellbeing of all life. We also question the underlying assumptions and mechanisms of other essential systems such as education, health, justice, pensions and governance. We co-create, invest in and implement new versions that embrace a holistic approach, foster consciousness, incentivise stewardship and favour holacratic decision making. We join hands as an Alliance for concrete action, local positive impact, and a global change of systems. THE PATH OF ACTION Our Advisors Supporting us with their wisdom & experience Tomas Björkman Applied Philosopher & Social Entrepreneur Satish Kumar Speaker & Activist Peter Jäderberg Impact Investor Co-Author of "The Nordic Secret" Founder of the Ekskäret Foundation Initiator of the Inner Development Goals Entrepreneurial Impact Investor Founder & CEO of Jäderberg & Cie Impact Rebel Speaker & Activist, Editor Emeritus of the Resurgence & Ecology Magazine Founder of the Schumacher College Who this Alliance is for Capital stewards & leaders committed to long-term responsibility and systemic change Global Impact Alliance brings together capital stewards and leaders committed to long-term responsibility and systemic change. Family offices stewarding intergenerational capital Foundations and philanthropists seeking Indigenous-led impact Banks and institutional investors engaging beyond ESG compliance Corporate leaders navigating transition, risk, and legacy Engagement begins through dialogue, trust, and long-term relationships. If this resonates, we welcome a conversation . Contact Global Impact Alliance e.V. Co-Creation Loft Schinkestrasse 9 12047 Berlin, Germany ulrike.glatz@global-impact-alliance.com First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send
- Mothers to the World | Global Impact Alliance
Mothers to the World Weaving an Age of Wisdom Express interest Feminine Leadership, Wisdom & Regenerative Stewardship Mothers to the World is rooted in the understanding that the feminine - across cultures and wisdom traditions - has long held a cyclical, relational way of knowing : attuned to life, nature, and the rhythms of change. At this moment in history, these capacities are no longer optional - they are essential. The crises we face are not only ecological or economic - they are the result of systems shaped by domination, extraction, and separation . Moving beyond them does not mean replacing one form of power with another. It means ending patriarchy as a system of domination and stepping into partnership: between women and men, intuition and analysis, science and other forms of knowing, the Eagle and the Condor. This is a call for the feminine to step forward - to protect and nurture life, to unite rather than divide, and to lead in ways that are non-extractive, relational, and regenerative . It is also a call to bring the healing and integrative capacities women carry into leadership, capital allocation, and the stewardship of land and ecosystems. Leading from the feminine does not mean being soft or compliant. It includes clarity, courage, and the willingness to name what is no longer acceptable . It allows for wildness and fierceness alongside care and compassion . It creates from vision, inspiration, and joy - rather than from constant stress, fear, and defence. Mothers to the World invites women to come together - and to work in equal partnership with others - bringing their unique gifts into a new culture of leadership: one that is life-serving, wise, and grounded in shared responsibility for the future . Who is this for? Mothers to the World is for women who carry responsibility - visibly or quietly - and who sense that leadership must evolve. This space is for: Women leaders in finance, philanthropy, business, policy, and impact Founders, investors, and stewards of capital navigating long-term responsibility Senior decision-makers holding complexity, risk, and transition Women ready to lead with depth, clarity, and courage - without fragmenting or burning out Participants come from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds. What unites them is a readiness to lead from maturity rather than reaction, and to do so in partnership. The Journey The journey unfolds through a series of curated encounters that combine reflection, dialogue, embodied practice, and lived experience. It is designed to strengthen leadership capacity at the inner and systemic level - where decisions, relationships, and long-term outcomes are shaped. Rather than adding more tools or pressure, the journey cultivates discernment, coherence, and presence - qualities essential for leadership in complex systems. See topics we will dive into below Elegant Simplicity A life & leadership philosophy with Satish Kumar In a world of overwhelm and overconsumption, simplicity becomes a radical leadership act. Inspired by the teachings of Satish Kumar and the rhythms of nature, Elegant Simplicity helps women leaders clear excess, focus on what truly matters, and lead with clarity, presence, and joy - in life, leadership, and capital stewardship. How we work Mothers to the World is held as a trusted and intentional container, combining: Small, curated circles Dialogue with Indigenous elders and wisdom keepers Peer exchange among women leaders Time in reflection, nature, and embodied practice The emphasis is on presence, honesty, and depth. This is a space where leadership can be explored beyond roles and titles — and re-rooted in responsibility, relationship, and care. An invitation Mothers to the World is an invitation to women who feel called to lead differently - not away from power, but toward responsibility. Toward leadership that is relational and resilient. Toward capital guided by wisdom. Toward a future shaped with clarity, courage, and care. If this resonates, to explore the pilot or to express interest, we welcome a conversation. Reach out Will you be a Mother to the World? Sign up & be among the first to shape this new path. Express interest
- Community | Global Impact Alliance
Coming together in Community You are welcome We need each other A web of deep relationships - to un-learn, heal, and co-create a new now The Age of Wisdom is not some distant future - it begins within each of us, here and now. Whether we lead organisations, steward capital, or simply seek a more connected way of living, this journey is open to all. When we return to connection - with ourselves, each other, and the living Earth - we begin to reweave the fabric of what it means to be human. Rooted in Indigenous and ancestral wisdom, we remember that we are one species among many, not separate or superior, but deeply intertwined with the web of life. This community is an open invitation to unlearn the stories of domination, separation, and extraction — stories that have shaped our societies and given rise to racism, colonialism, and environmental devastation. In their place, we are called to remember and reclaim relationships of reciprocity, reverence, and belonging. We need each other to heal. We need each other to remember. We need each other to imagine and co-create a new now. We offer three pathways to engage and grow together: Wisdom Salons, Mycelium Dinners , and Deep Talks . Each is an invitation to show up with presence, share from the heart, and listen deeply — to yourself, to others, and to the world that holds us all. Let’s gather. Let’s remember. Let’s become wise - together. Wisdom Salons Explore & nurture wisdom Explore Mycelium Dinners Connect over a meal Connect Deep Talks Go deep together Go deep Would you like to engage & build community? Be in touch & let's explore how we can co-create. Reach out “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead
- Alliance | Global Impact Alliance
The Alliance Together for an Age of Wisdom Join us Weaving wisdom into action Step by step, together The Global Impact Alliance is a living network of organisations and individuals committed to stewarding life, enabling systemic change, and supporting the emergence of an Age of Wisdom. We believe that lasting transformation arises when we act together - across sectors, cultures, and ways of knowing. The Alliance brings together capital stewards, Indigenous guardians of land and wisdom, leadership pioneers , and partners who contribute their resources, expertise, and presence in service of a shared mission. Guardians Meet them Who are they? Indigenous organisations & communities, land stewards, water protectors, wisdom keepers Their role: Protecting what sustains us - land, water, culture, and the wisdom of life Learn more Wisdom Pioneers Who are they? Visionaries, system thinkers, experts in finance, policy, materials, ecology and leadership Their role: Visionaries advancing the inner capacities, external frameworks & infrastructure needed for an Age of Wisdom. Stewards Become one Who they are? Capital stewards and senior leaders from family offices, foundations, financial institutions, and purpose-driven organisations. Role: Resource what matters - investing in life, wisdom, and regeneration through long-term capital stewardship and responsible leadership. Partners Who are they? Organisations and individuals contributing expertise, platforms, research, convening power, and implementation capacity. Role: Enable and amplify Alliance initiatives by collaborating across sectors to advance life-serving, wisdom-based, and regenerative action. Be with us “You are what you do, not what you say you’ll do.” C.G.Jung
- Retreats | Global Impact Alliance
WISDOM RETREATS LEADERSHIP RETREATS WITH INDIGENOUS WISDOM KEEPERS We gather investors and other leaders in nature, close to the elements that make all life. With the objective to facilitate a deep encounter with nature, oneself and Indigenous Elders, like the Kogi from Columbia, the Saami and Inuit from the North of Scandinavia and Greenland, or the Huni Kuin and Lakota from the Americas. You might ask: What could an indigenous people tell us about the complex problems of our current times? What could we possibly learn about leadership, sustainability and decision making from them? We always look for the next new thing - to be up to date, ahead of the curve. However, there is deep wisdom in what survived the trends and storms of time. Ancient knowledge and practices are key for our modern times . As neither complex problems, harsh environments nor difficult decisions are something new. Our current business problems and organisational challenges are in their core as old as humanity . So if we ask ourselves essential questions about becoming resilient and sustainable, about walking a path in harmony with nature, it is a good idea to ask those that have sustained themselves and nature in often rough territories and circumstances - for thousand of years. WISDOM GATHERING WITH THE KOGI In September 2022, we spent 3 days on the island of Ekskäret Foundation , together with 18 participants and 3 Kogi Elders, experiencing the magic of nature and of the Kogi Wisdom. UPCOMING GATHERINGS September 20205 - with the Huni Kuin 42 Acres - Somerset, UK 21 to 24 September 2025 A Leadership Retreat with Indigenous Wisdom from the brazilian rainforest Transformative Retreat with the Huni Kuin women from the Amazonian Rainforest. Diving into new Perspectives. Immersing in Nature & Ritual. Exploring how the wisdom of the rainforest can help us in our current times and leadership challenges. Know more For this leadership retreat, we will spent 4 days in the Northern part of Sweden - experiencing the wisdom of the Saami people. Know more December 2025, with the Saami Sapmi - Sweden December 2025 A Transformative Experience for Conscious Leaders & Investors PARTNERS
- Academy | Global Impact Alliance
WISDOM ACADEMY ELEGANT SIMPLICITY The Wisdom Academy is a learning sanctuary for those seeking not just information, but transformation. It is a space where wisdom can unfold—from the personal to the planetary, from inner awareness to conscious action in the world. Our Signature Course, created in collaboration with our advisor Satish Kumar , is inspired by his profound book Elegant Simplicity . This course is more than a study—it’s a lived invitation to reimagine your relationship with time, consumption, purpose, and the Earth. Together, we explore how to simplify without sacrificing depth, how to align lifestyle with values, and how to root our leadership in presence and care. It's a journey of inner decluttering and outer clarity—a return to what truly matters. Would you like to be part of our beta-launch cohort? Join the waitlist and let us know by sending us an email. Waitilist THE WISDOM OF NATURE The Wisdom Academy also seeks to educate on the wisdom of nature and its core life principles - from a science perspective as well as based on insights from indigenous and other ancient practices which have proven valid and supportive to all life over time. A course currently under development is on “holistic vision and system thinking ” - as a core shift in our current worldview, thinking and analysis habits when it comes to designing, implementing and investing in sustainability projects, but also with regards to leading any type of organisation. To reach a state of resilience and act as a truly sustainable player in the overall eco-system requires deep understanding and embodiment of this subject. The next course planned is one on the “basics of ecology ” - made for decision makers in the areas of strategy, investment, CSR and sustainability having a background in business, finance or anything else but the science of the planet and its flora and fauna. Please reach out if you’d like to collaborate on bringing these courses into being. Get involved
- Path of Wisdom | Wisdom Age Foundation
Path of Wisdom Inner Growth & Understanding Reach out to us See. Understand. Thrive. The only way out is in. Finding a way through today’s polycrisis - and into greater calm, clarity, and discernment - is essential for the long-term stability of organisations, societies, and the ecosystems we depend on. This shift does not come from further acceleration or control, but from the capacity to pause, reflect, and engage with deeper forms of knowing. Indigenous leadership traditions have long cultivated this capacity: making decisions in relationship with nature, thinking across generations, and holding responsibility for people, land, water, and future life. These cosmovisions are not abstract philosophies, but practical systems of resilience, shaped through lived experience, deep knowledge and long-term adaptation. Transforming our systems therefore begins with inner transformation - a shift in worldview and deeply ingrained habits. Entering an Age of Wisdom means relearning how to lead from relationship rather than separation, strengthening our ability to steward capital, organisations, and ecosystems with integrity, resilience, and long-term responsibility. Wisdom Academy Enter the Academy System Thinking, Ecology Essentials & daily Wisdom Practice for Business Leaders & Investors Wisdom Retreats Leadership discernment rooted in Indigenous and ancestral intelligence Know more Wisdom Salons Intimate dialogues on leadership, nature, and responsibility Explore Salons Wisdom is not an abstract ideal. It is cultivated through responsibility, relationship, and action - over time, together. The Age of Wisdom begins with those willing to lead differently.
- Team | Global Impact Alliance
We are the core of GIA Dana Ulrike Glatz Vision & Partnerships Dana is the Founder of Global Impact Alliance and a weaver of strong partnerships and ecosystems; a bridge between worlds: the investment & spiritual world, management consulting & indigenous wisdom, entrepreneurship & transformation, the world of business & conscious communities. As Advisor and Path Finder in the field of impact investing and transformation, she works with impact investors, corporates, and impact entrepreneurs to facilitate the emergence of an Age of Wisdom. Erik van Buuren Strategy & Science Erik is a strategist and entrepreneur in the circular economy. He founded Cirquify and SDID (Sustainable Design Innovation & Development) to accelerate the shift towards regenerative business models and resilient communities. With a background in systems thinking and design, Erik bridges creativity and sustainability, bringing people together to rethink how we live, work, and create value. Camilla Moura Santos Systems Analysis & Research Camila is a biologist with an M.Sc. in Plant Biodiversity and Environment and Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology with a research line in properties of complex molecules. She has more than 10 years of experience with scientific research development and systemic thinking. Adept at ancestral knowledge and Ayurveda medicine she uses a holistic approach to develop her work in sustainability and people's well-being. Diego Romeiro Natural Ecosystems Diego is an agricultural technician and biologist with M.Sc. in Plant Biodiversity and Environment have more than 20 years of experience in forest studies, sustainability, biotechnology, and innovation development focused on circular bio-economy and ecological awareness. Diego has a differentiated holistic view of sustainability, and through systemic thinking integrates different areas related to the study of life - such as systems biology, ecological network, and "omics" sciences. Zaenab Hage Project management Zaenab has evolved as a policy analyst in the field of sustainability and social impacts among different consultancies and advisories. She also has previous experience in the private sector in strategic counselling which gives her a good understanding of the needs for multi stakeholder collaboration to solve the main challenges faced by humanity. She is passionate about nature and wants to dedicate all her time and energy to protect the ecosystems that sustain humankind and wishes to bring forward a change of mindset in the world. We support GIA as experts Flora Tram Hodac Transformation Pascal Tsachouridis Marketing Tamas Pocze Finance Andrea Friedrich Leadership Martina Epple Communication We thank these organisations for their support
- Roadmap | Global Impact Alliance
The Roadmap Concrete A ction for an Age of Wisdom The current focus is on fixing individual issues such as poverty, gender inequality, climate change, etc. All important problems - however, we believe that they will not be truly solved without a deep paradigm and culture shift within each of us ("inner transformation") and conscious action and collaboration for impact and redesign of our systems ("systemic change") - as it takes both, inner work as well as a critical mass of people coming together to challenge our current system design and implement alternatives that from their core foster the wellbeing of people and planet. We have hence brainstormed, analyzed, and discussed to identify 8 leverage points that we see as key actions, as a Roadmap towards an Age of Wisdom . We invite you to discuss these points in our Wisdom Chamber on Linkedin. The Charter and Roadmap serve us as our framework to develop our offering and choose projects we work with and is meant to be converted from sentences into action, from a written roadmap to a lived reality - one that is co-created with you for the wellbeing of people and the planet . The Age of Wisdom emerges from the here & now. Through everyone of us. A Roadmap to an Age of Wisdom Path of Wisdom Paradigm & Culture Shift Inner Transfor mation UNITY I. We embrace that we are one, that everything is connected and only together, we can make the shift a lived reality. We come together locally, build a community of unity and sense into the knowing - we are many. Together, we are strong. Together, we have power. In unity with ourselves and others, the shift is now. Wisdom Salons I I. We acknowledge and learn from ancient wisdom traditions. And practice applying this timeless wisdom in our daily decisions, habits and actions. So that we may all survive and thrive. By becoming wise stewards of this planet, true guardians of life. Wisdom Gatherings TIMELESS WISDOM FRACTALITY III. We take up a holistic perspective and learn to think, decide and act in systems. By bringing together ancient, indigenous and scientific knowledge, we open our minds for a new kind of thinking, we shift perspective, go beyond CO2 and climate emergency and embrace the systemic nature of the world. Conscious Ecology Course IV. We are the change, and explore a new lifestyle of “elegant simplicity”. We learn from ancient wisdom, reconnect to what we truly need, find joy from within, heal the past and walk the talk of a new culture. Elegant Simplicity Course ELEGANT SIMPLICITY Path of Action Conscious Action & Collaboration Systemic Change WISE REDESIGN V. We redesign our outdated systems . To serve the wellbeing of all life. Our current financial system is divisive, extractive and rather hinders than incentivises peace, equality and a life within our planetary boundaries. We dare to question and explore a wise redesign of this economic system, and of other essential systems such as education, agriculture, health, justice, pensions and governance. Wisdom Chamber VI. We invest for impact. Time and money. With a holistic, catalytic lens, for an Age of Wisdom. We invest our time to identify system changing initiatives (Wisdom Lab) and holistically thought through impact startups (Wisdom Pioneers) - that seek support from deep impact minded investors and philanthropists. Circle of Impact Wisdom Pioneers Wisdom Lab IMPACT INVESTING CO-CREATION VII. We join hands with wisdom keepers, ask their advice for our projects and give our support for theirs. Together, we co-create an Age of Wisdom. Locally, step by step, and learning from each other. Ancient wisdom as a base for all we do. Our expertise in service for bioregional development, conservation and nature aligned communities. Wisdom Circle VIII. We open our hearts & minds to work together like nature does, based on our collective wisdom We facilitate the "Trinity Wisdom Journey" for new projects to flourish. For individuals, startups and organisations seeking common ground and an organic cycle of co-creation and growth, from the inside out. Trinity Wisdom Journey "We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." - Einstein - It starts with an inner paradigm & culture shift and shows up in aligned, joint action for impact and systemic change. We consciously evolve, for the wellbeing of people & planet WE TRULY EMBODY BEING HOMO SAPIENS - WISE BEINGS
- Quest | Wisdom Age Foundation
WISDOM QUEST ON A QUEST FOR WISDOM The world we know is changing quicker than we can grasp it. Challenges everywhere. Ecological collapse. Economic turmoil. Mistrust, societal divide and instability. A widening disparity of wealth and power. Technologies transforming our lives, able to cause great harm - if in the wrong hands. It is hard to stay calm watching all this unfold at an unprecedented speed. The urge is to sprint into action and do something about it. And yes, concrete action is needed. However, not anything will do but the right moves need to be made - this is a strategically important time for the future of our species, and time as well as making steps into the right direction are of the essence. Identifying the root causes of the ailments is key, seeing very clear despite all fog and distractions and acting in unity will be decisive for the next era on this planet. This is a time to be wise. And an opportunity for us to shift into an Age of Wisdom in which we use the assets we have - our time, brain, technology and capital - wisely and in unity for the wellbeing of people and planet. With this, we’d truly live up to our potential as "Homo sapiens ”, wise beings. So what is wisdom? How do we acquire wisdom? What is a wise way to live, to think, to take decisions, to lead, to relate with each other and nature? We have decided to look for answers to these questions this year by visiting Elders from various Wisdom Traditions. As We believe that there is deep wisdom in what survived the trends and storms of time. The Quest (2) Background Thank you & request for support (2) The Quest (2) 1/23 Switzerland I had so many in-depths conversations this time in #davos - it was intriguing. Probably due to me starting most conversations with contemplations & questions around #wisdom. Why? Because I believe that wisdom is a quality that truly makes us "Homo sapiens" - wise beings, a quality worth putting a greater focus on - as it might be the one quality crucial for us to evolve as a species in a way that provides a beautiful quality of life for everyone and in harmony with our inner and outer #nature. I think it's time to evolve beyond knowledge - especially of interest in times of #ai, one of the top themes during the #wef23 week. So what is wisdom? Here is the synthesis of my thoughts and input I got from a diverse range of people - such as business people, AI experts, impact investors, biodiversity specialists, social entrepreneurs, and even a buddhist lama who was present (truly present, by the way) throughout the week. "Wisdom is clarity of mind in tune with one´s heart and aware of one's role and responsibility in life. It has several components: Knowledge, experience, insights taken from the prior two, followed by aligned, coherent decisions and actions. All based on an inner compass that takes into consideration one's own path and needs as well as those of others. It is an inner stillness that has an intricate knowing of our interconnectedness, and that allows a deep understanding of one's inner system as well as an ease to view life from an eagle´s and a system´s perspective" Wondering what your take is on this? P.S. Writing from the airport by the way - off to my Wisdom Quest in South & Central America. #mexico , #brazil , #guatemala , #colombia. Happy to connect with "Wisdom Keepers" and #impactinvestors there. Mexico Brazil Saint Kitts Colombia
- Huni Kuin | Wisdom Age Foundation
11-14th of September 2025 + Immersive Dialogue & Ritual + Somerset, UK WISDOM AGE GATHERING Transformative Retreat with the Huni Kuin women from the Amazonian Rainforest. Diving into new Perspectives. Immersing in Nature and Ritual. Deep Encounter with the Wisdom of Indigenous Culture, Ritual & Nature. 11-14 August 2025, Magical 42 Acres Regenerative Estate, Somerset, UK Experiencing wisdom & deepening leadership capacity, close to the elements that make all life. Join us in August for this unique opportunity to engage directly with the remarkable Huni Kuin, an indigenous tribe protecting the Amazonian rainforest. In these 4 days, learn from their wisdom, vibrant traditions and deep connection to nature. Be inspired and change how you see yourself and the world awakening an ever deeper connection within, and inviting all-inclusive solutions to thrive in unity and harmony with all of our relations on this planet. Together we join forces in these times of great change, to plant seeds for the next seven generations to come. We will guide you on an inspirational journey at the magical and sustainable 42 Acres Estate. You will h ave the privilege to immerse in traditional rituals within a pristine and still preserved nature landscape in England. Engaging in transformative dialogue, we will sense into the challenges and ask what Nature needs and how we need to define a regenerative future? You will have time to recover and decompress, as well as gain new inspiration and strength for your leadership challenges. For leaders and impact investors who share a passion for fostering positive change and cultural preservation, this retreat seeks to give a voice to the Huni Kuin and help them preserve their culture and their home – the rainforest. Enjoy a small group setting with maximum 20 people. More details THE HUNI KUIN "The Genuine People" RETREAT PROGRAM The program is based on four key elements Immersing in Nature How can we take stew ardship for pre serving and regenerating such rare places of wild nature? We will explore lush green landscapes, embark on guided nature walks, and experience the serenity that only nature can provide. This immersion will help us reconnect with our inner nature and gain fresh perspectives on pressing questions. 1 2 Cultural Exchange Whic h thread do you bring to the gathering? The Huni Kuin women will allow us insights into their ancient traditions, spiritual rituals, and sustainable way of life. By sharing stories, dances, and music, we will deepen our understanding of their rich cultural heritage and strengthen our appreciation for the interconnectedness of all life. We wish to weave together multiple threads for co-creating projects for a liveable future. Dialogue & Process Work What is essential in your life? Engaging in open dialogues with the Huni Kuin women and fellow participants, we will explore the pressing issues of our time, such as environmental conservation, indigenous rights, and conscious social impact i nvesting. Immersive experiences will inspire insights into how these aspects are interconnected and reveal approaches to address these challenges. 3 4 Ceremony & Ritual How can y ou bring meaningful rituals into your personal and professional life? Together, we will partake in traditional ceremonies and rituals, carefully crafted by the Huni Kuin women to honour the natural world, promote healing, and foster spiritual growth. These sacred practices will provide us with a profound sense of unity and connectedness to the Earth and each other. Exemplary Retreat Day While we are keeping the detailed itinerary a bit of a mystery and might be adapted to the groups needs and dynamics with the Huni Kuin. We can share some exemplary daily activities. - Body painting with sacred patterns and traditional songs - R apé Circle with sacred plant smudge from the forest - Sananga Zeremonie - Herbal Bath with traditional songs - sharing circles about the culture and traditions - Circle of stories and fairytales - Dance of the Mariri (mariri = all the plants that nutrits us) - Dance of the Jiboia You would be asked to arrive on Monday, 21st of August, latest at 16:00. The program begins at 17:00 that day. The retreat concludes with closing ceremony on Thursday, 14th September 2025. We finish at 15:00. 07:00 Morning meditation & music 09:00 Breakfast 10:30 Immersive dialogue 11:45 Coffee break 12:00 Immersive dialogue continued 13:00 Lunch 15:00 Nature / Ritual / Ceremony 15:45 Tea break 16:00 Nature / Ritual / Ceremony continued 18:00 Time for reflection and integration 19:00 Dinner 20:30 Storytelling circle / Sauna 22:00 Bed Online Preparation & Integration In addition to the in person gathering in Somerset, UK, there will be four optional zoom based group calls every second week to support the preparation of a strong container before and a smooth integration after the gathering. You will be invited to join fellow conscious leaders to exchange on timeless wisdom, challenges, learnings and practices. On four Tuesdays, 8 - 9.15pm (CET) for 75 minutes : 01/08/23 Opening . 15/08/23 Preparation . 05/09/23 Integration . 19/09/23 Closing & Celebration Apply for retreat ENVISION. EMBODY. EMBRACE. EXPAND . What our wonderful participants are saying "Last year I was honoured to be invited to the first Indigenous Wisdom Gathering on Eskaret Island, and in my own life this has now led to some highly significant ongoing connections. It is an extraordinary privilege to be in the company of elders who are carrying forward ancestral wisdom relating to the interconnectedness and interwovenness of life, and particularly so if they come from cultures that are living examples of reciprocity and mutuality. It is also a real joy to spend time with other leaders and change-agents who are committed to systems change. It requires from all of us the courage and humility of letting go of everything that we thought we knew and to drop into the powerful emergent space of deep listening. I was humbled to be a part of this initial very powerful gathering and fully recommend any future events to others." Wendy Ellyatt www.wendyellyatt.com "Rituals are the formulas by which harmony is restored." Terry Tempest Williams Your guides on this journey The retreat will be hosted by Dana, Ada and Flora from the Wisdom Age Foundation in cooperation with The HuniKuin Connection . We love to create unique and transformative experiences - facilitating personal and collective growth. We are all committed to focus our energy on ideas and initiatives that can help shape a truly life-centered economy guided by ancient wisdom traditions. In short, we dream bigger—about business and society. Will you be joining? Facilitator Andrea (Ada) Friedrich Host Dana Ulrike Glatz Facilitator Flora Tram Hodac Experience 42 Acres Anchor 1 Your invest The Farmhouse and cottages have beautiful individually designed rooms plus a group room, ceremonial yurt and wild swim lake in 5 minute walking distance from the farmhouse. Please decide whether you would like to have a room for your own or share a room with someone else. In the farmhouse and cottages you find a lot of places to retreat during the day so that there is enough room for everyone. Date: August 11st - 14th of September 2025 Location: 42Acres Registration fee for the retreat is €2,080 EUR per person * and includes: 4 Days, 3 nights of of life-altering, first-hand intimate experience with the Huni Kuin Wisdom Keepers and community, and immersive dialogue & ritual Transformative journey & group activities with trained Systemic Facilitators Beautiful accommodations at an exquisite Regenerative Estate, Nature Reserve & Wellbeing Retreat Centre in UK. Read more about that splendid location here: 42 Acres Estate All delicious, healthy, lovingly-prepared organic meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea & snacks) Additional zoom based group calls, 4 x 1.5 hours for preparation and integration * Terms & Conditions Upon registration, you will have the option for a trust-based sliding scale and different choices of accommodation. Additional monetary contributions will be used for donations to support projects of the Woman’s association of the Huni Kuin. All participants are responsible for their travel expenses to and from the retreat location. Arrival is on the 21st August 2023 until 4:00pm and departure on the 24th August 2023 at 03:00pm. Once you confirm your participation, we will provide detailed assistance to ensure a smooth journey and a comfortable stay. Please read our standard terms and conditions for participating in the Wisdom Age Gathering. Apply for the retreat We appreciate your sitting with this invitation, to see if it feels right for you to attend. Please fill out the application as soon as you are ready and approach us with any any questions you might have! We look forward to all that will unfold and amaze us! Your team of Wisdom Age Foundation We thank our partners
