Guided by Yawanawá spirituality and the blessings of the forest
April 3rd - April 21st
A 3-Week Deep Dive into learning ancient Yawanawá songs in conjunction with how the opening of your voice directly opens channels in your life.
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You are invited to join Kenewma Yawanawá for a 3-week inner journey to meet the Voice of Your Spirit. You will be guided using the forces of Ancient Yawanawá spirituality, traditional saitis, and the deep wisdom of the forest.
A potent portal of time to hear stories of the Yawanawá women who helped pave the way for us women to come together to learn how they used their voice as a form of expression to channel their emotions and open gateways of opportunity.
It is time for us to rise up against the shackles that have been stifling our true expressions.
To be advocates for peace, union, and harmony.
To learn how to wield the collective voice for good and to build bridges so we can create the world we dream of.
‘The Voice of the Spirit’ spiritual study, is an opportunity for us to channel this vibration by using ancestral indigenous wisdom and tradition as the guide.
The very world we walk in is shifting.
Join us to study the ways in which you can show up with vulnerability, strength, wisdom, and firmness. This will help you understand how YOUR voice and role is instrumental in this great transition.
For true transformation begins within, and it is that of the pure expression of your own unique voice.
In this 3 week Yawanawá study, we will cover:
During the course of the study you will be given two Saitis (traditional Yawanawá songs) each week. You will use your vessel to tune your spirit to the spirit that Kenewma is channeling through Her voice. For it is not only in simply singing and pronouncing the words correctly, but it is also connecting with your soul, and transmitting the message of your heart.
Week 1: Wielding the Voice as an Instrument
Optional Dieta (cleansing in order to receive) and recitation of Yawanawá Prayer (Ruwawakî) daily – prophesying your intention into existence
The importance of being connected to your voice and its manifestation potential
Learn how to truly study the Yawanawá songs + how to sing from the soul
Understand how the Yawanawá women sing in order to both release and celebrate
Week 2: Personal Expression Through Guided Wisdom
Learn about the different styles of singing the Yawanawá women have held since the time of the ancients
Channel the emotions which are arising through your study of learning the saitis (songs)
Wield your Voice as a form of expression in conjunction with singing through movement and speech
Week 3: Embodying the Voice of the Spirit
Persistence and commitment, Wise Warrior Training
the continuous studying of Saitis that have already been received in conjunction with the new ones
Receive guidance on how to hear the whispers of the Divine & use your voice as an instrument
Ancient practices of calming the mind & opening the heart in order to unlock the range of your voice
The course will begin on April 3rd and will complete on April 21st.
Sacred Exchange is
$330 or 2 payments @ $177 each
For financial support, please email team.spiritoftheforest@gmail.com
About Kenewma Yawanawá
Kenewma comes from a long lineage of powerful spiritual leaders and strong women. Her mother, Chief Naiweni Mariazinha was the first female leader of the Yawanawá people and her father, Chief Biraci Nixiwaka, is a strong leader of her people and Aldeia Sagrada.
She is a student who was initiated into one of the strongest spiritual studies within her culture, the diet of the Muka, which is a study many of her people do not attempt. She was the first youth and the third woman in the history of her people to enter this diet.
She is devoted to walking the Yawanawá path of knowledge and innately carries a strong spiritual force within. Kenewma is deeply devoted to the health and well-being of her tribe. Following in the footsteps of her grandfather, mother and father, she both helps and supports the village in any way she can.
She lives in Bahia, Brazil with her husband Jordaõ de Souza, her son Muka, and her daughter (who was just born) Muka Vimi. They are building a retreat center and village on the land of Guanashe. She is an incredibly gifted artist making painted clothing and prints and is known for her powerful voice.
TRANSLATOR AND GUIDE:
Angelique was born in a small town in the very south of Louisiana. She has spent the past 10 years working directly with the Yawanawá tribe in the Acre Region of the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest.
Angelique, whose indigenous given name is Pekuruni, represents an indigenous-led company called Ni Yushin. Ni Yushin is a Yawanawá word meaning Spirit of the Forest. The focus is on empowering the original people as the natural guardians of their environment, as well as bringing the spirit of the forest into the hearts of humanity.
Ni Yushin's intention is to empower the original people through sharing their rich culture, indigenous arts, sacred designs, and ancient wisdom. The heart of its mission is to ensure both the continuation and preservation of medicinal plants as well as their powerful healing potential.
Host: Shaina Nai Conners
Shaina is the co-founder of the Global Sisterhood and will be helping guide this experience. She has been deeply touched by the Yawanawá culture and seeks to help spread the spirituality and visions of their people by upliftment. She is a steward of Ni Yushin and is looking to help bring the Spirit of the Forest to the people of the United States.
If you have any questions you can reach out to her directly at shaina@globalsisterhood.org.
About the Yawanawá
Yawanawá is a name translated to People of the Wild Boar.
Despite many outside threats, these original people thrived in Brazil’s Amazon Rainforest for thousands of years. When contact with non-indigenous was made, they spent over 100 years in slavery. Due to this, a long period of time passed when the younger generations did not learn their native language as well as much of their ancestral traditional practices.
In the late 70s, the Yawanawá peacefully freed themselves and sanctified their land in the state of Brazil. Within the Yawanawá Village of Mutum, the home of Kenewma, her Grandfather Chief Tuikuru chose to empower his daughters and through this, a great feminine leadership grew.
As the voices of the women gained respect, so too did the harmony between men and women within the villages grow.
Over the past 50 years, the Yawanawá have been reclaiming their ancient spiritual practices, traditions, and ways of life. They work to preserve the forest not only for themselves but also for the world. The Yawanawâ invite people from all walks of life to visit, to learn and encourage cultural exchange for the growth and preservation of their spirituality and also of our planet.
FAQ’S
Feel free to email support@globalsisterhood.org with questions, we’re happy to help!
+ Where does the course take place?
The course will be hosted on Teachables. Each Sunday you will receive 2 saitis (songs) which will be your focal point through out the study. You will also receive a prayer and video recording to watch. On Thursdays there will be a live call on Zoom where we will all join together. If you cannot be live to the call, it will be recorded and uploaded afterwards.
+ What time are the live calls?
On Thursday there will be a live call at 11AM PT /2PM EST on Zoom where we will all join together. If you cannot be live to the call, it will be recorded and uploaded immediately.
The call dates are April 6th, April 13th, and April 20th.
+ What happens during the course?
You will be led through a 3-week healing and transformative process focused upon studying traditional Yawanawá songs. You will also receive an optional prayer and wisdom teachings from Kenewma about the importance of your voice. You will be able to receive feedback for your learnings of the songs directly from Kenewma, should you choose. You will also have the opportunity to enter into a 3-week sacred cleanse. During this time you will refrain from anything that tastes of sweet, meat and also sex. In their culture it is believed that only by giving something up you are able to receive. You will be placed in a whatsapp group along with the other course participants to share your progress and updates. It will be a beautiful journey for us all.
During the live call on Thursdays it will be a chance for Kenewma to share stories, teachings, practice singing and also for everyone to ask questions. The calls will be an 60 to 75 minutes.
+ How does course pricing work?
The course is a sacred exchange for the time, energy, effort and studies of each one. We recommend the price point of $330. There is a payment plan option available at 2 payments of $177. $600 if you can pay-it-forward to those sisters in need of scholarship. If you are in severe need of financial assistance and would like to join, you can write us at team.spiritoftheforest@gmail.com and we can work with you. All the money, apart from a 10% operational cost, will be going to Ni Yushin - the company Kenewma works for to support Yawanawá projects.
+ How long will I have access to the content?
Forever and ever, you will be able to save these teachings.
+ What's the time investment?
You should expect to dedicate around two hours per week; however, the prayer is daily and the intention of why you are doing this course is always.
+ Who is Global Sisterhood?
For the last seven years Global Sisterhood has spearheaded the reemergence of women’s circles. Through our global movement in over 100 countries, women have felt the call to lead in order to transform the feminine imbalance in our world.
Global Sisterhood is a movement centered around transformation. We are about going deep, doing healing work, and transforming cultural, familial, and societal wounding so we can rise as new paradigm leaders inspiring growth and awakening wherever we go.
+Can I get a refund?
Due to the nature of digital products, we have a strict no refund policy. Make sure before you purchase that you are absolutely sure you want this course. If you have a question before you join the course, send a message to support@globalsisterhood.org.
Here’s What You’ll Receive As A Student
We begin on April 3rd
Over the course of 3 weeks, you’ll receive ancient Yawanawá wisdom, saitis (songs), and healing. You’ll experience live weekly calls, recorded video content, and transformational self-work.
Live Weekly Calls w Kenewma
A weekly live call with the entire group of women led by Kenewma. This will be an opportunity to hear sacred stories, practice songs, and a place to ask questions and receive guidance. These calls are weekly on Thursdays at 11AM PT and 2PM EST. Recordings are available.
WhatsApp Group
A private group with the other course participants. This is a place to ask questions, share processes and receive feedback on your studies.
Saiti Lessons & Audio Recordings
Learn traditional Saitis, the Yawanawá word for sacred songs. These are songs to sing when passing through a strong moment, in order to ground and connect with our innate power.
Recorded Video Lessons
Access pre-recorded video lessons with Kenewma teaching and sharing her wisdom about each of the weeks themes.
Yawanawá Prayer
Receive a small Ruawakí, a traditional Yawanawá prayer. Learn how to pronounce the ancient language and use this prayer for strength and alignment.
Lifetime Access
Access your studies for as long as you please, you are also welcome to download these materials to keep.
