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Join us on September 18th at 10:00 AM PT for a special presentation hosted by the Airmid Institute, titled “Palo Santo, the Sacred Wood of Ecuador: Challenges and the Key Role of Indigenous Traditions and Conservation Efforts." This webinar, open to the public, will feature panelists from Ecuador, Rafael Parducci V and Ivonne Mosler, who will share their insights on the cultural and ecological importance of Palo Santo. Dominique Gaillard will present in collaboration with Rafael and Ivonne, offering a deep dive into the challenges faced in conserving this sacred wood and the crucial role that Indigenous traditions play in its preservation. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts and explore the significance of Palo Santo in Ecuador. Palo santo “Bursera graveolens” is native to the dry tropical forests of Latin America, particularly in Ecuador and Peru, where it holds significant cultural, spiritual, and medicinal importance among Indigenous communities. The tree is known for its aromatic wood, used in traditional rituals for purification and healing. Its biology is characterized by a deciduous nature, deep root systems, and the production of aromatic compounds that enhance the quality of its wood and oil. However, although palo santo is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, it faces threats from habitat loss and overharvesting, prompting conservation efforts that include sustainable harvesting practices, reforestation, and international regulations to ensure its preservation and ethical trade. These efforts are informed by the work of Ecuadorians Rafael Paducci and Ivonne Mosler, who have pioneered sustainable practices and collaborated closely with Indigenous communities to protect and utilize palo santo responsibly. - Rafael Parducci V., with 23 years of experience in essential oil distillation in Ecuador, has explored numerous plants. He lived in the Amazon for 13 years, transforming plant power into pure gold. Parducci collaborates with the Kiwcha ethnic group and the Ministry of Environment on a 60,000-hectare project to protect the Amazon ecosystem, empowering Amazonian women through the sustainable cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants, fostering economic independence and environmental conservation. Ivonne Mosler has spent the past decade promoting sustainable practices in Ecuador's tropical dry forests. She plays a key role in the 'Resilience to Climate Change' project, focusing on conserving Palo Santo forests while enhancing local communities' quality of life through sustainable management. Dominique Gaillard, is an aromatherapist and natural skincare specialist. Influenced by her gardener father and herbalist Maurice Messegue, she developed a deep connection with nature. In 2011, she launched her product line Quintessential. We hope you will join us! Reserve your seat today! Register at https://lnkd.in/gWMBycQV