Bridging Indigenous wisdom with psychedelic science.
June 26–27, 2026 │ UCLA • Los Angeles, California
A groundbreaking two-day psychedelic conference centered on Indigenous perspectives and ancestral plant technologies. Join us as we bridge science and spirit to shape the future of healing.
About the Conference
The Sacred Science Symposium (S3) is an unprecedented gathering that honors the sacred origins of psychedelics while embracing the innovations of modern science.
Our mission is to center Indigenous leadership — the wisdom keepers who have safeguarded these plant technologies for millennia — and create a space where their voices lead and scientific research supports.
Through talks, panels, and community dialogues, S3 fosters cultural exchange, ethical collaboration, and transformative learning rooted in integrity, respect, and mindfulness.
Vision & Purpose
As modern science rediscovers the healing power of psychedelics, we must ensure that these practices remain grounded in lineage and guided by spirit.
S3 serves as a bridge — connecting ancient wisdom with contemporary research, and fostering collaboration between Indigenous leaders, clinicians, scientists, and wellness innovators.
Together, we aim to create a living dialogue about how these medicines can be integrated responsibly into modern frameworks of trauma recovery, mental health, and holistic well-being.
Bridging Western science with Indigenous leadership and wisdom
Key Themes
Contemporary research on psychedelics for mental health
Honoring Indigenous medicine through education and self-awareness
Traditional uses of psychedelics and plant medicine in Indigenous cultures
Healing trauma, PTSD, and depression through plant medicine
Guardianship of sacred plants and cultural preservation
Who Attends
Clinicians & Healthcare Professionals
Psychiatrists, therapists, and physicians exploring new trauma and PTSD modalities.
Researchers & Scientists
Neuroscience, ethnobotany, and clinical trial experts at the forefront of innovation.
Holistic Practitioners & Wellness Innovators
Integrating ancestral wisdom with modern methodologies.
Students & Early-Career Professionals
Seeking mentorship, education, and exposure to emerging disciplines.
Industry, Policy, and Media Voices
Advocating for ethical development, storytelling, and cross-cultural preservation.
Expected Attendance
~500 participants
Shared Values
Curious • Forward-Thinking • Integrity-Driven • Rooted in Respect • Guided by Spirit
S3 convenes a unique cross-section of thought leaders and pioneers in the psychedelic and healing arts space:
Speakers
Our 2026 program will feature a powerful lineup of Indigenous leaders, scientists, authors, and cultural figures dedicated to safeguarding sacred medicines and expanding collective consciousness.
While the full lineup will be announced soon, we are honored to be in conversation with elders and experts from traditions such as the Ashaninka, Shipibo-Conibo, Yawanawa, and Bwiti, alongside leading researchers in neuroscience, ethnobotany, and clinical psychology.
Each speaker contributes to a collective mission: to reimagine healing through reverence, research, and reciprocity.
Interested in speaking or collaborating?
The Venue
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music
Schoenberg Hall & Breakout Rooms 1 & 2 Los Angeles, California
This historic venue provides an academic yet intimate setting ideal for meaningful dialogue, immersive learning, and cultural connection.
Join the Movement
S3 is more than a conference — it’s a call to collective remembrance and responsible innovation.
Together, we can ensure that the psychedelic renaissance remains grounded in ancestral truth, ethical stewardship, and global healing.
Join us in bridging science and spirit.