1st Biennial Integral Theory Conference

In August 2008, John F. Kennedy University's School of Holistic Studies, Department of Continuing and Extended Education and Integral Institute will host a historic event:

The world's first biennial academic conference on Integral Theory!

The conference is now sold-out. Integal Institute has the final remaining tickets which they "own" as partner for the event. They are running a contest and looking for donors! Click here and also here for details.
If you would like to be placed on the mailing list for the 2010 conference or be informed when we make the MP3 recording of the conference available to the public, please email itc@jfku.edu
Recently, Frank Visser posted an article "Assessing Integral Theory" in which he mentions the conference. You can read his article and our response ("The Academic Emergence of Integral Theory" ) here.

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The theme of the conference is

Integral Theory in Action: Serving Self, Other and Kosmos

The conference will:

Showcase how scholars and professionals are using Integral Theory to impact the lives of individuals and communities.
Highlight emerging lines of Integral scholarship and research.
Include 100 individual presentations, 12 panel discussions, and 30 poster presentations.
Feature presenters from 10 different countries, including Spain, Brazil, Canada, New Zealand, Jamaica, South Africa, Norway, the United Kingdom, Australia, and all regions of the United States.

Why should I attend?

Attendees will gain:

An unprecedented opportunity to network within a global community of Integral scholar-practitioners and pioneering Integral thinkers.
A focus on community, discourse, and dialogue.
Multiple forums in which to engage in critical reflection and debate the current state of the Integral field.
A deepened capacity to apply Integral principles in their own lives and professional work through a conference focus on application.

What topics will the conference address?

Psychotherapy and Coaching
Community Development and Activism
Global Warming and Sustainabilty
Spirituality and Religious Pluralism
Business and Economic Development
Cultural Diversity
Politics
Health and Embodiment
Feminism
Gay and Lesbian Issues
Theoretical Challenges and Modifications to the AQAL Approach

Come join us for this historic opportunity to participate to in the growth of Integral Theory and its application!

Contact Information:

Please direct all conference inquiries to ITC@jfku.edu. Please include an email subject clearly addressing the nature of the inquiry (e.g., registration, volunteer, etc.).

Integral Theory in Action: Serving Self, Other and Kosmos