Bridging Indigenous wisdom and modern science with reverence for the traditions, people and lands that carry it.
June 25-26, 2027│ UCLA • Los Angeles, California
S3 brings together Indigenous leaders and knowledge holders, scientists, researchers, clinicians and advocates to explore ancestral knowledge alongside contemporary science, while protecting the people, medicines, lands and traditions at the heart of this work.
Join us as we bridge science and spirit to shape the future of healing.
About the Conference
The Sacred Science Symposium (S3) is a 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.
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
Bridging Western science with Indigenous leadership and wisdom
Who Attends
S3 convenes a unique cross-section of thought leaders and pioneers in the healing arts and sciences:
Expected Attendance
~500 participants
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.
Shared Values
Curious • Forward-Thinking • Integrity-Driven • Rooted in Respect • Guided by Spirit
Speakers
Our 2027 program will feature a powerful lineup of Indigenous leaders, scientists, authors, and cultural figures dedicated to safeguarding sacred medicines and expanding collective consciousness..
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
Los Angeles, California
Schoenberg Hall
This historic venue provides an academic yet intimate setting ideal for meaningful dialogue, immersive learning, and cultural connection.
Join a conversation rooted in respect, protection and reciprocity.
S3 is more than a conference. It’s a call to collective remembrance and responsible innovation.
We invite voices committed not only to understanding these traditions, but to protecting the people and cultures that have carried them.
Join us in bridging science and spirit.