Indigenous Mentorship Models

Ancient Wisdom and Philosophies for Modern Learning and Leadership Development

From Sharing Traditional Stories to Strategic Mentorship

Power is not the act of keeping knowledge, it’s in the power of sharing knowledge.

In an era dominated by disruption and artificial intelligence, how do we hold onto the wisdom that got us here?

Join us for a powerful conversation exploring how Indigenous knowledge systems—rooted in storytelling, relationships, and lived experience—can inform modern leadership development and mentoring practices. We’ll be in conversation with Cat Criger, an Indigenous Philosopher, Traditional Teacher and mentorship expert. This session will delve into the transformative role of storytelling in strategic mentoring, and how ancient traditions, that have been a part of all cultures, can guide the future of learning, knowledge sharing and development.

This isn’t your typical webinar. It’s an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and reimagine what meaningful mentorship can look like.

Thursday July 10, 2025

2:00-3:30 PM EDT

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, reflect, and be inspired.

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