Culture & arts
Culture, Candombe, and Carnival With Edgardo Cambon
Follow the roots of Candombe through music, movement, food, and Afro-Uruguayan history with artist-in-residence Edgardo Cambon.
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Community & learning
Assisi Leadership Exercises in the Footsteps of Saint Francis
A silent and joyful pilgrimage-retreat exploring humanistic leadership, social justice, and the enduring lessons of Saint Francis.
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Community & learning
People, Food, & Sovereignty in Puerto Rico
Meet artists, farmers, and community stewards working at the intersections of food, culture, history, and self-determination.
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Community & learning
Exploring LGBTQ Voices in Cuba
Share in the life of Queer Havana while learning from LGBTQ community leaders, artists, and advocates building networks of care.
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Community & learning
The Heart of Hawaii: Family Retreat for Mind, Body & ʻĀina
An all-ages eco-wellness retreat grounded in the land, community connection, and restorative time together on Hawaii Island.
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Culture & arts
Guided By Tim: A Culture of Arts in Cuba
Explore Cuba through its architecture, education, and creative communities on an arts-focused journey led by Tim Tendick.
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