Beyond the typical conference sessions, the 11th World Conference on Ecological Restoration (SER2025), taking place from 30 September to 4 October in Denver, Colorado, offers unique opportunities for connection, reflection, and cultural exchange.
Conference delegates are invited to join daily Sharing Circles and Jam Circles. 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.
Sharing Circles will be available during all concurrent sessions (except for the closing session on Saturday, 4 October 2025). Whether you’re new to Sharing Circles or have participated in the past, you’re welcome to join at any time and come as you are. Learn more about Sharing Circles by downloading our guide.
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 each 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.
If you’re a musician and interested in helping to plan or facilitate a Jam Circle, please let the Cultural Committee know by filling out the musician sign-up form.
We look forward to making music together!