An evening with a Noke Koi - concert + live interview + rapeh
Join us for an enchanting evening in support of the Noke Koi, the original people of the Amazon Rainforest. We’re excited to announce that for the first time ever in the United States, we are hosting Chief Yama Nomanawa, Paje Peno Kamanawa, Txana Ãta Nomanawa & Karine Vari from the Noke Koi Nation, for a remarkable evening in support of the Nomawana Village, in Acre, Brazil.
This unique event promises a rich tapestry of experiences, blending cultural immersion, live music, spiritual ceremonies, and insightful conversations.
Suggested donation $44-$88 choose a tier that works best for you.
Live Music: Immerse yourself in the rhythms of the rainforest with a captivating live music concert led by Txana Ata Nomawana, a renowned musician from the Nomawana Village featuring traditional tunes and contemporary sounds inspired by the Noke Koi's rich cultural heritage.
Rapeh Ceremony (optional): Feel the spirits of the forest as you receive the medicine of rapeh (Amazonian snuff) in a traditional Noke Koi ceremony. Some of the benefits of rapeh include grounding, deeper connection to Self and Spirit, more clarity, cleanse of negative energies, clearing of mental, physical, emotional or spiritual blockages, and more.
Storytelling: Listen to captivating stories from the heart of the rainforest, shared by community members. Gain a deeper understanding of the Noke Koi's traditions, struggles, and the profound wisdom they carry.
Crafts and Market: Immerse yourself in the intricate craftsmanship of the Noke Koi as you explore a market showcasing their unique handmade crafts.
Special Live Interview with Peak Mind: Gain insights into the intersection of indigenous wisdom and contemporary perspectives with a live interview. Explore the profound connections between mental well-being, environmental stewardship, and the ancestral knowledge of the Noke Koi.
About Chief Yama Nomanawa: Chief Yama Nomanawa is the leader of the Nomanawa Village. He has been a key element in ensuring his people continue to practice their culture and pass on their knowledge to future generations. He strives to maintain their culture, keeping traditions, beliefs and language alive in his village. He affirms the Noke Koî are the first nation in the Amazon – they consider themselves to be the roots of Brazil, roots of culture and roots of healing.
About Romeya Paje Peno Kamanawa: Peno Kamanawa is a spiritual leader of his Nation. He represents his culture and keeps the tradition of Romeya, (the highest level of shamanic doctor/curandero in the region). Currently he's one of only a few Romeya Pajes in the world. As all doctors of the Forest, he attends to his community, helping in all physical, mental and spiritual processes. He also works with communities around the world, including other indigenous, to share and represent his techniques. Paje Peno's mission is to preserve the wellness of his people bringing healing to all of human-kind.