Diversity, multiculturalism, and the creation of sustainable relationships in all aspects of life are concerns of persons committed to education, social change and the quality of life. Even with the best of intentions it is difficult to move beyond the ideal of this and toward the reality of sustaining respectful communication across difference. Seven Directions encourages non-comparative listening and discourages binary thinking and abstract literary styles of verbal sparing and dominance. Ms TwoTrees' work with groups helps build meaning from oral communication and sharing breath, reminding us that we and our media are part of nature. Future Events 3 Days in the Desert is the first of a series of experimental, events being collaboratively planned for presentation by Media Working Group, Access Tucson, and The Community Media Center in Grand Rapids.
Sessions exploring social entrepreneurship are in the works as well.
We welcome discussion with individuals and organizations interested in joining in our collaborative efforts. Three Days in the Desert will take place at historic C.O.D. Ranch. Just off the Arizona Trail, high in the juniper and mesquite woodlands of the Coronado National Forest, and only 35 miles North of Tucson, Arizona. An ideal setting for groups seeking an out of the ordinary experience, a place to renew dreams and restore the spirit. Participation will be limited to 35.