Contemplative Wisdom, Transformative Action Conference

Harnessing Wisdom Traditions and Science for Social Change

Hosted by the Garrison Institute Fellowship Program, Contemplative Wisdom, Transformative Action is a three-day virtual gathering that brings together contemplative practitioners, social change leaders, scholars, and visionaries. Together, we will explore how awareness-based practices can catalyze personal resilience, systemic healing, and collective regeneration.

Anchored in the Fellowship’s four core pillars—contemplative wisdom, the science of interconnection, generative action, and collective healing—this convening is a space to deepen understanding, share field-leading innovations, and cultivate new possibilities for social transformation.

Drawing inspiration from the Garrison Institute’s Spirituality & Social Change Initiative, the conference will highlight an evolving map of organizations integrating contemplative practice into their social impact work. This initiative illuminates a growing ecosystem of changemakers who lead from depth, relationship, and reciprocity.

Participants will hear from renowned guest experts, engage in guided contemplative practices, and connect with Fellows and peers through storytelling, field-mapping,…