Festival of Human Connection II — Check out photos and video from November’s event
The second Festival of Human Connection took place at the end of November 2023, with mental health professionals from across the area coming together to discuss trauma-informed practice, what it is to be human, ecotherapy, and more.
Bernie, one of our Community Mental Health Development Leads in the Torbay & South Devon area, who also co-hosted the event, provided the following reflections alongside photos and a video:
“Wow! What an amazing day! Thank you so much to all of you for bringing your human selves to this rich and full day. Connectivity does not work without us bringing our true essence, open hearts, minds and allowing space for vulnerability; to be a human. Without your openmindedness and willingness for collective recovery and wellness, nothing can change. Together, we can! Watch our 10-minute film to see a summary of the day.”
You can view the video Bernie mentioned, courtesy of Emberlense Productions, below. We have also included a few photos from the event, as well as feedback from some of the attendees on the day.
We will share information about the next Festival of Human Connection once it’s available. If you would like to be involved and find out more, you can email Bernie at bernadette.mcauley@shekinah.co.uk.
Feedback from attendees:
“I really enjoyed the festival, the venue and all those that attended. I felt so relaxed and able to just focus on ‘connecting’ — with self, others, and nature. I feel it has offered me an opportunity to start nurturing that and hopefully carry it through whilst collaborating. Thank you so much — I really benefited!”
“Excellent! I enjoyed every bit of the day — it was informative and peaceful.”
“I very much enjoyed listening to the speakers, gaining meaning, and the food was warming and wholesome.”
“The timing was immaculate, the organisers were friendly, and there was lots to do.”