Frequently Asked Questions . We’ve got Answers!
The Living Nation Institute advances cultural sovereignty and ancestral knowledge for communities impacted by colonization. This FAQ answers key questions about our work.
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What is The Living Nation Institute?
The Living Nation Institute (TLNI) is a research and education platform advancing cultural sovereignty, wellness traditions, and ancestral knowledge systems particularly for communities shaped by colonization, displacement, and structural marginalization. We exist to restore the memory, methods, and agency of neo-colonized peoples, supporting self-determined growth through education, embodiment, and community-led inquiry.
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What types of courses and learning opportunities will be available?
TLNI offers a curated mix of: • Cultural wellness and plant-based performance sciences • Decolonial research methodologies • Indigenous governance and sovereignty frameworks • Community-led curriculum design • Ancestral wisdom in public health, food systems, and education • Athletic training rooted in traditional movement practices All offerings honor intergenerational knowledge, rhythm-based learning, and cultural specificity.
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When will new courses and research tracks be released?
Our offerings emerge in seasonal cycles, in harmony with ancestral calendars, ceremonial timing, and community readiness. Join our mailing list for updates, early access, and invitation-only research cohorts.
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Who is TLNI for?
• Community leaders, educators, and youth reclaiming cultural identity • Community leaders, educators, and youth reclaiming cultural identity • Governments, NGOs, and development practitioners seeking ethical, localized solutions • Scholars and researchers exploring decolonial, land-based methodologies • Diaspora members reconnecting with ancestral pathways • Neo-colonized counties and institutions seeking liberation-aligned development strategies
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How do I enroll or participate?
Enrollment links will appear with each offering. Some programs are by application; others are open access. You can begin by joining our community list at thelivingnation.com.
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What are the participation costs?
We honor radical accessibility. Offerings may be: • Free • Sliding-scale • Reciprocity-based (via skill sharing, community uplift, or ancestral offering) • Standard tuition for organizations/institutions
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How is learning structured?
Each course or program is: • Modular and self-paced • Rooted in story, spirit, and study • Available in written, audio, visual, and ceremonial formats • Often and intentionally, co-facilitated by community knowledge holders and elders
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Why is the growth of TLNI intentionally slow?
Speed is a colonized value. TLNI moves at the pace of respect, restoration, and relational accountability. We honor timing that aligns with spirit, earth, and readiness not deadlines.
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How can I support TLNI?
• Enroll or recommend our courses • Share our mission with aligned networks • Offer financial or in kind contributions • Invite TLNI to consult, co-develop, or review your projects or platforms • Practice reciprocity by living the teachings we co-create
