Beyond the typical conference sessions, daily Sharing Circles and Jam Circles, offer unique opportunities for connection, reflection, and cultural exchange. Sharing Circles create a safe space for open discussion rooted in Indigenous practices and Jam Circles bring together musicians and music lovers from around the world. These gatherings help enrich the conference experience and encourage deeper engagement.
Sharing Circles
Sharing Circles offer participants a safe and supportive space to speak from one’s heart and listen to others, thereby fostering reflection and connection beyond typical conference sessions. Rooted in Indigenous practices of open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving, Sharing Circles invite participants to express their thoughts and emotions freely. By listening to others’ stories and sharing their own, participants can explore the impact of diverse topics on personal and collective levels.
Whether you are new to Sharing Circles, or have participated in the past, you are welcome to join at any time and come as you are. Learn more about Sharing Circles by downloading our guide.
Day Time Topic
Wed 1 Oct 10:30-12:30 Knowledge sharing across international lands and waters
14:00-16:00 Engaging and supporting youth in restoration
Thurs 2 Oct 10:30-12:30 The role of women in restoration
14:00-16:00 People and Nature: Interconnections of health and wellbeing
Fri 3 Oct 10:30-12:30 Advancing respectful two-way learning
14:00-16:00 Weaving Indigenous practices into restoration
Sat 4 Oct 10:30-12:30 Reciprocity
14:00-16:00 Social contract, ground rules and expectations
Jam Circles
Jam Circles are informal musical gatherings where participants co-create music, share instruments, and connect through spontaneous collaboration in a relaxed, welcoming environment. At SER2025, we invite musicians and music fans to join Jam Circles Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoon of the conference from 4:30–6:00 PM. These sessions celebrate cultural sharing and bring together music makers and enthusiasts from around the world. Group play-alongs will be at the heart of these gatherings, and participants are encouraged to prepare musical pieces they’d like to share. If you’d like to join, bring your instrument(s). We’ll also have a few on hand for shared use.
Day Time
Wed 1 Oct 16:30 – 18:00
Thurs 2 Oct 16:30 – 18:00
Fri 3 Oct 16:30 – 18:00
We look forward to making music together!