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Calling all scholars, staff and students of universities. As we all maybe know, our institutions of higher learning are going through the tough times. This special evening is an opportunity to experience simple practices and deep connection with others to help you both relax and feel more empowered to face challenges. No particular experience is required - just an open mind and heart.

All of us who are, or who have been, part of universities and colleges maybe know that there is something very precious here that mustn’t be lost. Time for critical thinking, heartfelt research and exploration, and simply space to talk with others who are asking questions is profoundly important for our societies.

This evening is offered on a sliding scale basis to make it accessible to all. “I give, you give, we all receive.” ~ Padma Devi

About your Host

Vishwam Gurudas Heckert

Vishwam was an active researcher and teacher in the areas of social movements, identities and the nature of liberation. He completed his PhD in Sociology at the University of Edinburgh in 2005 and over the years has held positions in Sociology & Psychology (Napier University), Business (The University of Essex) and Law (The University of Kent).

Vishwam continues to write critical essays, as well as fiction and poetry, while focusing on teaching empowerment and liberation through yoga, meditation, permaculture and critical thinking on special courses and retreats. He has been teaching yoga since 2011 and helping to train heart meditation facilitators and yoga teachers since 2016.

Vishwam lives in Shetland with his partner Paul Stevens who worked in the fields of parapsychology and ecospychology before also retiring from academia.