”I am not interested in inclusion. I am not interested in reconciling. I’m interested in unapologetic place-based nationhoods using Indigenous practices and operating in an ethical and principled way from an intact land base.”
Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, AS WE HAVE ALWAYS DONE - Indigenous Freedom Through Radical Resistance
We aim to open the door through dialogue.
Uncensored is a dialogue forum designed to take conversation below the surface of political correctness in a confidential environment that encourages frank and uncensored conversations leading to genuine understanding, closer relationships, and better business.
We seek to provide dialogue and connection in retaliation against the colonial attitudes that strive to maintain the status quo of inequality.
During our facilitated dialogue forums, the group tackles real issues and helps unpack the sensitive topics and challenges that have been imposed by colonialism. The facilitated content includes historical facts that set the groundwork for the development of understanding. We provide information to foster real conversations, creating a deeper understanding of the legacy of colonialism and Indigenous peoples. This knowledge supports personal growth and the creation of a work environment that is positive, inclusive, and respectful, resulting in better relationships, internally and externally.
Uncensored provides Indigenous participants with a safe space to express their Indigeneity in any way they see fit. This is based on the understanding that their contributions are inherently educational and help non-Indigenous participants identify what they need to do to contribute to a shift toward a better future. Ultimately, this fosters the confidence to represent themselves and their organization in culturally complex business settings.
“Oh, my gosh. The Uncensored dialogue was amazing, hard, and thought-provoking. Everyone should do it.”
Jennifer Price-Desilets
Director, Strategic Growth and Business Development
Clearline Safety, Calgary, AB
Whole conversations. In the spirit of shared futures.
Uncensored Dialogue Forum in Tla’amin Territory, Powell River, BC
June, September, December 2024
March, June, September, December 2025
Exact dates are determined by the cohorts that meet.
in partnership with
How does it work?
The participants provide the topics.
The facilitators provide the lived experience and educational resources, including on-the-ground facts that encourage a deeper understanding of the legacy of colonialism and Indigenous peoples.
Uncensored is not a panel discussion. Every participant is responsible for engaging with the group by speaking their truth.
Why do we call it Uncensored?
This dialogue forum is designed to take conversation below the surface of political correctness in an environment that encourages both safety and genuine understanding. Cringing and discomfort is always a part of truth-seeking. This is why we call it ‘Uncensored’.
What’s the value?
We are all living in an era of poor inter-community dialogue and widespread polarization. The wrong sentence in the wrong circumstances holds the power to irrevocably disrupt business, lives and careers.
Uncensored empowers individuals to develop their thoughts on a wide variety of contentious topics so that, in the future, they can present themselves and their opinions with confidence.
What’s the big picture?
Uncensored is built on the belief in shared futures. We believe that differences in opinion are an indicator of healthy communities when voiced with respect and an internal commitment to truth. We seek to provide dialogue and connection in retaliation against the colonial attitudes that strive to maintain the status quo of inequality.
These sessions spark personal growth and the creation of communities that are positive, inclusive, and respectful, resulting in better relationships both internally and externally.
What’s happening when and where?
Day 1
7.30 pm dinner
Day 2
9 am breakfast
9.30 am dialogue
12.30 pm lunch
01.30 pm activity
05.30 pm dinner
Day 3
8.30 am breakfast
09.00 am dialogue
12 pm lunch
01.00 pm adjournment
What does it cost?
Elite Members and Partners: $1700 ($995 for Elite Members who have already done at least one Uncensored.)
Members: $2550 ($1495.50 for Members who have already done at least one Uncensored.)
Non-Members: $3400
meals and 2 nights acoomodations included
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