As we continue our Before We Gather series leading up to Soularize 2026, we recently had the privilege of spending an hour with philosopher, poet, and systems thinker Bayo Akomolafe. Like many conversations with Bayo, it wasn’t simply an interview—it was an invitation to see the world differently. Rather than…

Summary The meeting was a planning and orientation session for the Solarize convening, centering on the day-one theme of grounding in purpose and an emergent, relational event format. Organizers and core facilitators described roles and affirmed the three-day structure (grounding/resourcing, surveying hope, planning collaboration). Organizers (Jason, Shayna, Camryn, Eugene, Spencer)…

Imagine an event where you’re not just a passive listener but an active participant, shaping the conversations that matter most to you. Imagine a gathering that prioritizes meaningful connections over content, where relationships aren’t just peripheral but the reason people show up. Imagine interdisciplinary learning, soulful practices from diverse spiritual…