“I attended the 2006 conference with my 17 year old daughter and our lives were changed forever. I watched her turn from being a fierce warrior, on the attack, knowing in her heart that Humanity’s demise was only a matter of time TO a young person coming to terms with what she is FOR more than what she is AGAINST… As a mother who has wept to hear that when her child looks forward she can see only doom – I can hardly express what this shift has meant to me personally …I believe the Global Healing Conference in Bali was integral in making this happen. My daughter herself says that it has been the greatest event of her life!”
- Pat McCabe, Dineh Tribe, 2006 and 2007 participant, facilitator and Advisory Committee member
“Not only did this trip confirm my interest in traditional medicine, but it also rejuvenated my yearning to learn more by introducing worlds of medicine that I have yet to explore.”
- Northeastern University Student
More than any other experience, the Bali Institute helped me widen my world lens to allow me to see multiple perspectives and viewpoints. No other gathering has encouraged me more to step beyond my own believes, connect with others, and take action at the edge of the unknown.
The Bali Institute is risk-taking with global support — a place and time where you know you were meant to be, where the people who surround you feel like longtime friends, and with an authentic sense of common ground that supports a shared vision for a compassionate world and its best future possibility . . . where the people of Bali nurture your soul and rekindle your hope for the future.
Motivated by my Bali experiences, I have moved beyond my responsibilities as a high school principal to join a broader network of leadership coaches and school leaders (Asia Society’s International Studies Schools Network) initiating an international focus in high schools across the United States. The Bali Institute helped me replace doubt with possibility, darkness with hope in action.
- Don Proffit, Retired high school principal, Ethical Literacy Coach for the Institute for Global Ethics and Northeast Steward for The World Cafe Community
“The entire experience was powerful, motivating, and a good reminder of the leader that lies within each of us.”
- Awakening Global Action Delegate ’07
“Without exception the students were moved and enlightened by their experiences…your program exceeded our expectations…we are eternally grateful to Bali Institute and the Balinese people…it was one of the greatest growth experiences for our students and leaders. Thank you for that opportunity!”
- Professor Patricia Kiladis, Northeastern University
“We are thrilled to partner with the Bali Institute to offer service-learning programs in Bali. Your deep connections with the community, experience with leadership development and appreciation and respect for the local wisdom and culture are exactly what we are looking for in a partner. It’s a pleasure to work together with you to develop the next generation of global citizens and leaders.”
- Andrew Motiwalla, Executive Director, Global Leadership Adventures
“…great opportunities to learn from the Balinese and from other participants..you never knew what was around the corner as far as interesting learnings, people or activities… I left energized with commitments for myself, my family, my profession…an incredible journey that did not end when I got on the plane to come home.
- Mark Levy, Bali Institute Participant
“It was a life-changing experience on so many levels. No one could possibly walk away unaffected. I strongly encourage anyone who can attend, to do so!!!
– Pat Ginter, Bali Institute Participant
“Literally EVERY DAY was a magical palate that intrigued all my senses. A truely transformational trip!”
- Mai Vu, International Coach & Agung Rai from ARMA Museum (pictured to your left)
“…the biggest life-changing experience of my life…opening my heart …expanding my intellect and restoring my hope…”
- Quest for Global Healing II Delegate
“BIGR added a dimension that I could never have achieved on my own…with its mission to preserve the culture of the Balinese people, the Institute opened doors to very special people and places…being able to meet and have personal conversations…brought me closer to appreciating the culture and how it’s woven into their everyday life.”
- MM, Marin, Yoga Retreat and Extension
