International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers Convene in New Mexico

A Celebration of Wisdom and Community at Synergia Ranch

In an atmosphere filled with joy and reunion, Synergetic Press recently welcomed the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers to Santa Fe, New Mexico, marking the 20th anniversary of the Grandmothers’ mission of peace, healing, and spiritual activism. This milestone was celebrated at the We Are All Related: Unearthing the Roots of Our Shared Humanity event, where elders, community members, and allies gathered to honor two decades of powerful work dedicated to humanity and the Earth.

In the days leading up to the event, Synergetic Press had the pleasure of hosting the Grandmothers arrival in New Mexico at Synergia Ranch, where they reconnected with old friends and toured the Ranch’s inspiring projects. The Grandmothers had the chance to explore the Ranch’s gardens and greenhouses, witnessing the collaborative efforts in organic farming, renewable energy, and ecological restoration. Their presence at Synergia felt like a homecoming, with the Ranch’s tranquil landscape providing a space for reflection and celebration of the Grandmothers’ journey together.

The Grandmothers 20 year anniversary conference on preserving and sharing indigenous wisdom also was the official book launch of  Synergetic Press revised edition of Grandmothers’ Wisdom: Living Portrayals from the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers. This beautiful tapestry of their stories, teachings, and prayers, features a new foreword by environmental activist Dr. Vandana Shiva and an introduction by Dr. Henrietta Mann.

The Conference was filled with impactful talks from the Grandmothers and special guests, each speaking to the theme of our interconnectedness and the urgent need for collective healing and listening. Attendees were treated to an intimate book signing with the Grandmothers themselves—a rare and moving experience as these revered elders signed copies of their book, and connected directly with those inspired by their work.

The days spent with the Grandmothers at Synergia Ranch and at the event were a profound reminder of the power of unity and shared purpose. Through Synergetic Press’s commitment to publishing works that illuminate our spiritual and ecological interconnectedness, the Grandmothers’ voices will continue to guide us forward, reminding us all of the wisdom we hold within and the responsibility we share to heal and protect our world. 

“The prayers, songs, and oratory at this gathering were a gift to our ears. When you don’t understand what to feel or how to be, look to a wise grandmother — watch her leading by example and be changed.”  –  Noelle

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Grandmothers’ Wisdom is a vibrant tribute to the lives of the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers, an unprecedented global alliance of elders who came together over twenty years ago to protect our planet in crisis and envision a future for the next seven generations. 

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