The Topic

So many of our narratives are rooted in the self and singular, and as such, the idea of spirit or soul has also been narrated in individual terms. This webinar seeks to re-situate spirit and soul as embedded within the collective, exploring how they manifest within groups rather than as isolated entities. Drawing on perspectives that position the "African" as an autochthonous marker of cultures deeply connected to the earth, this session will examine how the soul extends beyond the human to include all inhabitants and dependents of the earth.

The Agenda

In the first half of the webinar, Leslie will make his presentation and facilitate initial responses.

In the second half, we'll move into a reflection-application session:

- 'Composting': experienced peers work the material in small groups to sprout new ideas;

- 'Weaving': attendees gather to collectively reflect and question, weaving our experiences together;

- Discuss how we will apply learnings to our personal practice in Reflection Application Pairs (RAPs).

The Speaker

Leslie has worked in organisational and community leadership for over 30 years. He is the former Group Relations Programme Director at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations, and is currently serving as the Board Secretary for the International Psychoanalytical Association. Leslie has studied human dynamics in experiential settings in many countries and acts as an adviser and consultant to boards, nations, groups and individuals seeking to improve the quality of life and deepen what it means to be human and humane. Leslie holds multiple degrees including master's degrees in Health Education from Kings College and Organisational Psychology, Social Policy and Non-Profit Policy from the London School of Economics and Political Science, as well as a PhD in Unconscious Decision Making from Trinity College. 

If you purchase a ticket but can't make it in real-time, a recording will be shared with you after the webinar.