Associates
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) |
CIIS is a unique institution where education is rooted both in great traditions of knowledge and in the most forward-looking visions of the future. Creative, curious, mindful and socially aware—these are just a few of the words that describe the people of CIIS. http://www.ciis.edu/ |
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Committee on the Shelterless (COTS) |
A powerful combination of nurturing and structure, COTS has helped thousands get back under a roof of their own. COTS provides almost 350 beds every night. Their Petaluma Kitchen serves over 124,000 meals a year and delivers over 750,000 pounds of food annually. And their award-winning programs have helped thousands to rebuild their lives. http://www.cots-homeless.org/ |
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Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) |
The Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research, education, and membership organization whose mission is supporting individual and collective transformation through consciousness research, educational outreach, and engaging a global learning community in the realization of our human potential. “Noetic” comes from the Greek word nous, which means “intuitive mind” or “inner knowing.” IONS conducts, sponsors, and collaborates on leading-edge research into the potentials and powers of consciousness, exploring phenomena that do not necessarily fit conventional scientific models while maintaining a commitment to scientific rigor. http://www.noetic.org/ |
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International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) |
IAYT supports research and education in Yoga and serves as a professional organization for Yoga teachers and Yoga therapists worldwide. Their mission is to establish Yoga as a recognized and respected therapy. IAYT also serves members, the media, and the general public as a comprehensive source of information about contemporary Yoga education, research, and statistics. View an introductory video here. http://www.iayt.org/ |
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N Street Village |
N Street Village empowers homeless and low-income women to claim their highest quality of life by offering a broad spectrum of services and advocacy in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. The Village also provides affordable rental housing for low and moderate-income individuals and families. http://www.nstreetvillage.org/ |
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The Baumann Foundation |
The Baumann Foundation is a San Francisco-based think-tank that explores the experience of being human in the context of cognitive science, evolutionary theory and philosophy to foster greater clarity about the human condition. The foundation is focused on the exploration of subjects such as perception, cognitive biases, mental representation, mindfulness, attention, dynamics of self-identification and how these relate to and inform conscious experience. http://www.thebaumannfoundation.org/ |
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The Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) |
The Institute of Transpersonal Psychology is a private, non-sectarian graduate school accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Founded in 1975, the Institute began as a groundbreaking center of integrative, whole-person learning and training. Today, ITP is a leader in transpersonal research and education of clinicians, spiritual guides, wellness caregivers, and consultants who apply transpersonal principles and values in a variety of settings. The Institute's stimulating and transformative educational paradigm, valuing the mind, body, spirit connection, attracts students from all over the world to both residential and distance-learning programs. http://www.itp.edu/ |
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There & Back Again |
There & Back Again is a non-profit organization that supports the well-being of service-members. Their mission is to provide reintegration support services to combat veterans of all conflicts. http://thereandback-again.org/ |
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Warriors at Ease |
Warriors At Ease is the shared vision of experienced yoga and meditation teachers who work in military settings. This work is a profoundly transformative experience for military students and for ourselves and one that requires specialized training in order to be effective and safe. http://warriorsatease.com/ |
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Yoga Spirit |
Expand your yoga knowledge and skills! Sign up for Yoga Spirit's great yoga teleclasses or explore their extensive library of onlineyoga downloads with leading, international yoga experts, including Richard Miller, Judith Hanson Lasater, Amy Weintraub, Leslie Kaminoff, Annie Carpenter, Loren Fishman, and many more. http://www.yogatherapyweb.com/yogaspirit/ |

