BIPOC Integration Circle 🌱 Every Third Sunday 5:30-7PM (New Location)

This circle is a BIPOC only space ❤️ We are here to reflect, support one another, and integrate our personal experiences, particularly those related to psychedelics, spiritual growth, and transformation. This is a space for vulnerability, honesty, and healing. Let this be a space that we can come together with the shared intention of gaining greater understanding, clarity, and well-being.

Anyone who joins the Circle will be asked to hold a container of confidentiality as we collectively create a space for our community to come together, process, learn, and heal.

This is not a space to solicit or distribute substances. Please respect the delicate nature of these spaces and help us protect our ability to gather and honor the ground on which we gather.

Read our Guidelines for the BIPOC Integration Circle.

About your host Austin Gillespie - Austin Gillespie (he/him), adopted from South Africa and raised in Utah, draws on his South Indian, European, and American heritage in his approach to healing and personal growth. After overcoming significant trauma and substance abuse, he found healing through earth medicines, including psilocybin and cannabis. These transformative experiences with psychedelics and therapy inspired him to pursue a degree in clinical psychology, where he is currently a Junior.
In addition to his studies, Austin led a nonprofit for four years, using dance and music as therapeutic tools to support individuals healing from excessive substance use. After moving to Portland, he joined Portland Psychedelic Society’s BIPOC Integration Circle to connect with the community. His journey and professional work highlight his commitment to innovative and holistic mental health practices.

About your host Emma Koko - Emma Koko (she/they), is an Aotearoa - New Zealand born artist and surfer with Māori (Ngāti Kahungunu) and Samoan (Leone, American Samoa) heritage. As a queer, fat woman navigating PMDD and menopause, she's experienced the transformative power of Earth medicines. By embracing the wisdom of the natural world, Emma has found solace and strength, highlighting the potential of Earth medicines for addressing complex health issues and their connection to systemic oppression. This summer, through the group Fat Girls Hiking, Emma lead and facilitated a beginners surf series for the plus-size community, empowering them to experience the joy and healing power of surfing. She fosters a supportive and inclusive environment for all, empowering individuals to embrace the healing power of the ocean. Emma's journey exemplifies the transformative potential of Earth medicines and the ocean's healing power, especially for marginalized communities.

Portland Psychedelic Society (PPS) is a not-for-profit, donation-based organization. We ask for a sliding scale donation of $0-$10 to attend this event. You are not required to pay and no one will be turned away. Donations are taken at entrance, cash and Venmo are accepted. We greatly appreciate your support.

Follow this link for info about PPS memberships, volunteer opportunities, donation information, and much more.

Thanks for your participation and support!

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