There is immense wisdom in Papatūānuku (Mother Earth). By listening to, learning the language and being in tune with our Earth, we can receive much insight on how to live balanced thriving lives now and for generations to come. Elder Donna Kerridge (Ngāti Tahinga, Ngāti Mahuta) is a Rongoā Māori (traditional Māori healing) practitioner from Waikato, Aotearoa New Zealand who is deeply connected to our Earth and her wisdom.

She is a humble advocate, healer and leader, passionate about Indigenous practices that focus on healing and restoring our people and our Whenua (land). Donna is able to walk with ease in corporate and policy circles, bridging Western approaches with Indigenous Māori approaches to enable us to bring the best of our collective gifts forward. She advises the New Zealand Ministry of Health to shape policy, lectures and educates people of all ages in Rongoā, has studied Western health science and a range of Indigenous healing practices and is a sought after leader.

Deeply anchored in matauranga Māori and in her intuition, Elder Donna is a powerful facilitator, helping groups discover their own wisdom, their indigeneity and learn from each other in service of our Earth and future generations.

We are thrilled to be hosting a Fire Circle series with her and welcome you to come to join us by the fire!

Time Zones Americas, Asia-Pacific - 15/16th December

London 7:30-9 pm (15th)
Colorado 12:30-2 pm (15th)
Calgary 12:30-2 pm (15th)
New York 2:30-4 pm (15th)
Mexico City 1:30 - 3 pm (15th)
Buenos Aires 4:30-6 pm (15th)
Melbourne 6:30-8:00am (16th)
Auckland 8:30-10 am (16th)

Cultural Safety

The themes in this discussion draw on Donna’s personal experiences learning from sacred wisdom traditions over many decades. We ask that you respect this knowledge and share it with others based on his guidance during this event.

About Us

The Fire Circle is a project that emerged in late 2020 in response to a growing cry for a different way of living and doing business. Our experiences are designed as foundations for a way that is grounded in ancient wisdom, draws on the cultures and teachings of Indigenous traditions, and sees us working with deep humility, reverence and relationship with the Earth.

Partner Project & Community Commitment

Elder Donna will be donating the revenue from ticket sales to Tiwawaka, a collective of people committed to healing the mauri of the Whenua. They bring together their gifts and abilities, skills, experience and networks throughout Aotearoa, all committed to realising that commitment, regardless of culture, religion, beliefs, history, etc.

Price

Full price: $50 AUD / $36 USD / 30 Euro

Scholarship offer: $30 AUD / $22 USD / 18 Euro

Note: Scholarships are for people with more restricted financial means, including professionals from lower-income countries and students)

Please note that 20% of ticket revenue goes towards an Elder-endorsed community regeneration project while 80% will go towards organising more exchanges of Earth wisdom. Tax-deductible receipt sent upon purchase.

Further information or queries: hello@firecircle.earth