The Institute of Noetic Sciences 13th International Conference

“Toward a Global Shift” is calling forth wisdom from the four corners of the Earth and from diverse sectors of society to build a powerful field for positive, collective change. Together, we will create a living experiment in personal, social, and global transformation. You’ll hear from fascinating scientists, inspiring spiritual leaders, and social entrepreneurs, as well as from the many brilliant individuals like yourself who will join in our innovative group explorations to create new frameworks for our shared future.

This conference takes an interdisciplinary and integrative approach to change that will, in the tradition of the noetic sciences, weave together research experiments, groundbreaking ideas, passionate performances, transformative personal experiences, and community ritual. Through our main-stage events and breakout sessions, our goal will be to bring the wisdom gained in our small groups back into the entire conference community to seed dialogues and deepen our experiential journey.

Together we will explore such evocative questions as:

• How do we form our beliefs? How might we engage more effectively with beliefs different from our own?
• What qualities do we see emerging in our global culture today? What is being born now?
• In what ways can we dream together to bring a new culture into being that is healthy, sustainable, inclusive, and whole?
• What are the essential practices for us as individuals and the communities in which we are engaged during this time of radical shift? 
• How can we take the ideas and actions of our local communities and use them to help us seed the future we want?

Our goal is to create one of the most memorable and rejuvenating conferences of your life—complete with music, celebration, laughter, and practices to awaken a new way of being.

From the seeds planted at the conference, you will harvest:

• new skills and tools for personal, social, and global transformation
• a network of inspired allies
• opportunities to express yourself and to clarify your role in our collective evolution

Participants from past International Conferences share their experience:

"I'm in a steady state of buzz from the conference. It broke my heart wide open. It was the best experience of my life."

"My favorites were: the meditation experiences, the excellent speakers, and the wonderful marriage of spirituality and science."

"I leave here with such a feeling of gratitude, knowing that the world is in good hands. My spirits are lifted, and I look forward to returning to my community with renewed hope. " 

• Explore the forefront of positive transformation with inspiring teachers from the world’s cultural traditions.
• Learn how the meeting of science and spirituality can ground a new and sustainable course of action for our common work.
• Gain penetrating insights from pioneers in science, health and healing, business, education, environment, and the media.
• Engage in creative dialogue with other participants about how each of us is creating life-affirming changes in the world.

Why Should I Attend?

More than 98% of prior attendees say they would recommend the IONS conference to their friends. Come join us to:

• Make new friends who share your interests and values
• Learn simple and effective new methods for personal growth and professional development
• Encounter cutting-edge thinkers, educators, and leaders
• Share your stories of personal transformation and learn from the experiences of peers
• Clarify personal and professional goals and values, and identify ways to manifest them in your life
• Experience a powerful sense of community and renewal from joining with like-minded people
• Center yourself through our morning meditations and practices
• Unwind with celebrations of music and ritual
• Fulfill continuing education requirements.