CURA: Culture of Unity and Repair in
Ashland & the Americas
March 29 & 30, 2025
Spirituality, Social Justice, & Mutual Aid SUMMIT
A Movement for Healing. A Gathering for Action.
Fundraiser for Brian “Hakiym” Simpson's liberation,
& the liberation of Us All
Welcome to CURA,
a transformative movement rooted in the Brazilian Portuguese word “Curar”—meaning 'to heal.'
CURA is more than a summit—
it’s a catalyst for change,
a brave space for visionary leaders, and
a platform for deep healing and repair in our communities.
This 2-day immersive event brings together thought leaders, activists, healers, and community members to explore the intersection of spiritual practice, social justice, and regenerative living.
Join us in-person in Ashland, Oregon.
Why Attend CURA 2025?
- Help to build a grid, a foundation from which all local movements can thrive:
a foundation of unity and repair that begins with US. - Engage in Transformative Conversations – Explore the critical intersection of healing, racial equity, and sustainable living.
- Bridge Spirituality & Social Justice – Learn how practices like meditation, yoga, and somatic work can support real-world change.
- Gain Actionable Tools – Walk away with tangible steps to create inclusive, equitable, and trauma-informed communities.
- Connect with a Like-Hearted Community – Join a diverse network of change-makers, leaders, and healers committed to unity and repair.
- Make an actual difference in the lives of our neighbors. Know and experience that We All Matter.
Day 1
Saturday,
March 29th:
A day immersed in community.
8:30am Meet and Greet!
9am: Keynote Addresses
Teresa Cisneros
Re-Member: Hear and See Perspectives that
Open the Heart and Expand the Mind.
Southern Oregon Jobs with Justice:
Jason Houk on the State of Ashland
Winter 2024/2025
11:00am: Training -
Resolve Restorative Justice: Tiff Ortamond
Learn more about Resolve Restorative Justice,
and engage in a training with local community.
12:30-1:30 Lunch Provided by Nourish Catering
2-3:45 Pauline Igo & OANM (Offers & Needs Market)
Be Inspired to take initiative to catalyze your vision, practice opening up to give and receive actual support in your real life, here and now.
4:00-4:45 Abby w/Golden Rule ReEntry & Shawn Kelly w/Freedom Farms
5:00-5:45 Perspectives James Bride,
Aurora, Lilith, & Cyrena Giordano Breakout spaces
5:45-7:00 Dinner Out (light snacks available)
7:00 pm Special Screening: Dark & Tender
Panel Guests Discuss After
9:00 Closing Day 1: Dance Party: Curative Beats
Schedule is subject to change.
You do not need to attend the entire weekend to be part of CURA 2025.
We welcome you to drop in for any sessions that resonate with you and fit your schedule!
We have a limited seating capacity.
Please reserve your ticket soon!
Day 2
Sunday,
March 30th:
Intergenerational Learning Circles - we have much to share with each other,
and much to learn together.
12:30 Arrival Time - Meet & Greet
1-2:00 Youth/Elder Circles:
building connections across generations
2-3:45 Common Ground Conversations with Emily and Mike Green
4-5:45 Truth to Action
Breakout Spaces and Actionable Steps
6:00 Dinner Provided by Nourish Catering
7-8:00 Your Chance to Express
SpeakEasy with Blaine Lindsay
9:00 Closing Song Circle
Schedule is subject to change.
You do not need to attend the entire weekend to be part of CURA 2025.
We welcome you to drop in for any sessions that resonate with you and fit your schedule.
We have a limited seating capacity.
Please reserve your ticket soon!
What to Expect:
- Deep Discussions – Insights from the New Cultivation Podcast team on somatic abolitionism, creating inclusive spaces, and linking spiritual practices with justice work.
- Breakout Groups & Collaboration – Interactive small-group work to reflect, strategize, and commit to action.
- Healing & Integration – Guided practices to ground, restore, and integrate lessons for sustainable transformation.
- Unexpected Connections and Resources: you never know who is a perfect fit for your endeavors…open up, take a risk to connect!
Be Part of the movement – Let’s build a culture of unity, repair, and resilience—together.
Can’t Attend CURA 2025? You Can Still Support.
You do not need to attend the entire weekend to be part of CURA 2025.
We welcome you to drop in for any sessions that resonate with you and fit your schedule. Whether you join us for a single workshop, a performance, or a full day—you’re part of the community, and your presence matters.
Are you unable to join us in person for CURA 2025 but still want to contribute to the movement?
You can make a direct donation to support the liberation of Brian “Hakiym” Simpson, a wrongfully incarcerated firefighter and beloved community member. Your gift helps fund his legal defense and supports his family as they continue the fight for justice.
👉 Click here to donate directly to Justice for Hakiym through Siskiyou Mutual Aid. (Please write “Hakiym” in the memo line when you make your donations!)
Every contribution brings us one step closer to freedom.
Thank you for standing with us in solidarity, wherever you are.