Neal Henegar
Saturday 20th March
Welcome and Opening Prayers
Welcome to KamboCon! When we come together, we are stronger. Event producer Caitlin Thompson will initiate the event and welcome everyone to the worlds first KamboCon. Chief Yama of the Noke Koi will bless this event with an opening prayer.
Saturday 20th March
One Pulse: The Ecology of Remembrance
In a world experiencing ecological, social, and spiritual imbalance, perhaps the greatest crisis isn’t simply climate change, but a crisis of relationship, born out of our severance from nature.
Through personal narrative, the lens of ceremony, and the teachings of Kambo alongside other Earth-based wisdom traditions, we’ll explore the understanding that life is not an isolated journey, but a symbiotic one. Together, we’ll examine the living connection between humans, nature, and spirit, not as separate forces, but as interwoven expressions of the same pulse. We’re reminded how reciprocity is a sacred responsibility, intention is an act of remembering, and ceremony is a way of living.
In this talk, we walk an ecological pathway to harmony, where the well-being of people and the well-being of the planet are inseparable. Along the way, the medicines will remind us what we belong to, and we’ll discover that true healing does not mean fixing ourselves, but remembering our place within the living web of life.
Sunday 21st March
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Sunday 21st March
The Past, Present, and Future of Kambo
Kambo has long been revered by Amazonian tribes for its powerful cleansing and healing properties, yet only recently has modern science begun to explore its complex biochemical and physiological effects. In this talk, we’ll trace the scientific journey of Kambo—from early ethnopharmacological reports to contemporary studies examining its peptides, immune modulation, and therapeutic potential.
We’ll explore what the research has revealed so far, what remains unknown, and where the field is heading. As interest in Kambo grows, we must ask: How do we study it ethically? What frameworks are needed to honor both indigenous knowledge and scientific rigor? And what role might Kambo play in the future of medicine, mental health, and integrative healing?
Sunday 21st March
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Sunday 21st March
Sunday 21st March
Indigenous Voices
Giving Indigenous leaders a voice to share whats on their heart
Sunday 21st March
Indigenous voices
Giving Indigenous leaders a voice to share whats on their heart
Sunday 21st March
Indigneous voices
Giving Indigenous leaders a voice to share whats on their heart
Sunday 21st March
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Sunday 21st March
Back to the Source: What the Amazon Actually Taught Me About Kambo
Many practitioners came to Kambo through the Western wellness world — online trainings, weekend certifications, and communities built more on enthusiasm than depth. There's nothing wrong with that beginning. But Kambo has roots, and those roots matter. After 15 years as a plant medicine facilitator, 5,000 ceremonies served across 14 countries, and nearly a decade of direct study with the Matsés people in the Amazon, Omar has come to understand that what makes Kambo powerful is inseparable from the context in which it was born. His talk is an honest look at what indigenous transmission actually looks like — and why it changes everything about how practitioners hold space, apply the medicine, and protect the people in their care. This talk discusses potential gaps between what's being taught in most trainings and what the field actually demands: cardiac safety, energetic discernment, trauma-informed facilitation, and the non-negotiable responsibility of gatekeeping. It invites the community to go deeper and reflect on its values and trajectory. Practitioners who are grounded in genuine lineage, rigorous protocols, and real-world experience build better outcomes, better reputations, and better businesses.
Sunday 21st March
Closing Remarks
As KamboCon comes to a close, join us for a final reflection on the insights, connections, and transformations shared over the weekend. This heartfelt send-off will honor the wisdom of the community, acknowledge the indigenous voices and traditions that guide our work, and offer inspiration for how we carry the spirit of Kambo forward—into our lives, our practice, and the greater collective.