We’re excited that WIlliam Underbaggage of the Lakota Nation will be joining us at the Communities Conference again this year to lead sweatlodges for the Conference participants.
William, a member of the Indigenous Nations Network, is a cultural ambassador, consultant and language teacher for the Lakota (a Sioux tribe). He teaches about Native American cultures throughout the US, Canada and Mexico and will offer a workshop during the Open Space section of our conference on indigenous spirituality and the effects of the appropriation and exploitation of indigenous life-ways.
Here is William’s description of what he will bring to the Conference:
“I am offering, once again, the process of cleansing and healing through sweatlodge – a purification of mind, body and soul. We, as caring humans of Mother Earth, can work together to reconcile our differences and move forward to create a better, sustainable world for the coming generations. We can confront racism and prejudice by becoming better relatives and friends and through educating each other about our differences. I will do a talking circle, an Open Space workshop, and offer an initipi (sweatlodge) ceremony at least once a day.”
William does not charge for his ceremonies or services but will be accepting donations of diapers and clothing for his twins, a boy and a girl, and 5-year-old daughter. Monetary offerings would also be appreciated as one of his twins is a special needs child.
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