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Who is it for?

We invite anyone who feels called or moved by the questions and themes explored in this TOGETHERNESS section.

Our conversations will grow organically, weaving together questions, experiences, and diverse forms of knowledge in a collective process of co-education. Through dialogue, we will shed light on meaning—allowing a rich tapestry of lived experiences and voices to meet and resonate. This is a space for shared engagement, grounded in trust in the human capacity for mutual support. We approach difficult questions and fears with a life-affirming spirit—recognizing that those who face aging and death consciously often learn to live differently, inhabiting time, space, and relationships with greater awareness.

Each session is limited to 14 participants. Admission will prioritize those first to register as well as equitable representation across age, backgrounds, and social sectors. 

Sessions will be conducted in English.

If you are religious — or not — you are welcome here. This is a non-faith-affiliated space where everyone is invited, regardless of beliefs or backgrounds.

 Shared Commitments

At the beginning of each session, all participants will sign an agreement committing to:

  • Care for both personal and shared vulnerability
  • Preserve confidentiality and intimacy
  • Practice respectful listening
  • Share personal experiences without feeling the need for reciprocal disclosure
  • Embrace silence and reflection
  • Share biographical information, as they feel comfortable

The use of electronic devices is not permitted (with the exception of participants with disabilities who require technical support to access the session).

 

How the TOGETHERNESS Sessions Work

These gatherings are guided by a series of questions and/or materials shared with participants beforehand, available in the JUNTAS / TOGETHERNESS section.

The two facilitators act as mediators and moderators. Their role is not to lead or steer the conversation but to hold space for it to unfold organically. The purpose of these sessions is to collectively explore the proposed topics.

Participants may occasionally be invited to engage in a specific activity or exercise related to the theme. Sessions may also include the viewing of audiovisual materials or readings that support reflection on the topic at hand.

 Meeting Place, Dates, and Themes

The gatherings will take place in person at a location to be announced closer to the date of each session. The sessions will be held during the Winter of 2026, and each will revolve around a central theme designed to open space for meaningful collective reflection.

A detailed calendar with dates, times, and guiding topics will be shared in advance through the TOGETHERNESS section and sent via email to registered participants.

Location: Sayles-Hill Campus Center — Room 212 Hill Lounge

Time: 5:00-6:30

 

WINTER TERM. Register here