INDIGENOUS AND INDIGENOUS RECLAIMING BBIPOC FOLX ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR ONLINE 12 MONTH HERBAL FELLOWSHIP
THE CREATION STORY
Jumbo & Imhotep divine herbal seekers welcome to the Indigi Golden Herbal Academy platform.
As a daughter of the earth, land steward, and advocate for Indigenous peoples rights, it is clear that something special is being midwifed that is in need of stewardship by the entire community. As you know it takes a village to raise a sacred seed. This Herbal Academy is the fertile ground for community members to plant their seeds of kinship towards the reconstruction of our traditional and innate medicine ways. The ancestral calling became overwhelming clear and now while walking as Yoruba devotee, Certified Herbalist, Permaculture designer, Homesteader, Farm worker, and Birth attendant with a Bachelors of Science degree in Alternative medicine from Everglades University the time to share these in the abundant garden and plant medicinal seeds in community, has manifested in the present. For the past decade living very close to the earth, there sprouted a deepened relationship, desire, and ability to speak in the language of nature, and an unearthing of plant healers proven to be an inspiration worth sharing with devout children of the Earth. Through initiations and teachings this yearning to deeply commune with these spirits, as taught by the Elders and community, has grown. It has become clear that this wisdom must be shared and continuously stewarded by community as the garden is flourishing with sacred plant allies.
ABOUT THE LEAD HERBALIST
Returning to my grandparents humble home for summers really opened the gate to the inner treasure of one-ness with nature. That family home was a quiet, learned, authentic, and a loving container which aided my spirit to court quiet simplicity. My grandparents never really went to the doctors, and my parents didn't either. This was common for Black Folks growing up in Southern or rural areas. Black Castor oil, was a cure all and so was fish oil. My parents had a small garden for us growing up and I spent quite a lot of time observing and reflecting in nature, I even wrote a short story about the life and lore of Ladybugs in the 2nd grade. The story was so well explained my teacher called my mother and couldn't beleive I had written the story. Growing up my mother maintained a relationship with alternative healing practices. She employed holistic practices such as; such as detoxing, cleansing, proper nutrition, acupuncture, massage, and folky remedies, even though health literacy was beginning to decline amongst her peers. This nurturing environment created the platform for me to lean deeper into the natural biorhythms of the earth. For two years, several years ago, I helped manage an Apothecary on unceded Chumash lands, and since have been spending countless hours getting to know many plant medicines in a clinical light while simultaneously studying traditional folk lore, naturopathy, alternative medicine, and Indigenous medicine ways.
In fact I was told by a Himalayan monk, a teacher of mine, and an Apache First Nations Herbalist, Mother, Spirit Runner, and Medicine Woman to bring forth this knowledge to a larger community. Thus the creation of our online herbal platform.
THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO INSPIRE, INTRODUCE, AND PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO CONNECT DEEPER WITH THE EARTH, THUS DEEPENING YOUR OWN RELATIONS WITH YOUR ANCESTORS.
THE COURSE
The course material can take you three to six months to complete but the integration of the herbal practices will take you a year. This is a one year apprenticeship. Upon completion you will receive a certification.
There are quizzes and a thorough exam based on an alternative medical criteria from an academia perspective. Giving each one the sacred opportunity to study naturopathy and clinical theories in relation to ancient ancestral wisdom.
Still interlaced through out is the greatest importance of our spiritual connection to the natural world around us.
Once you complete this course you will have gained knowledge and wisdom about the following topics respectively: anatomy & physiology, biology, chemistry, botany, herbalism, sacred rituals, phytotherapy, pharmacology, naturopathy, medicine making, homeopathy, aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, African Dawa, Aboriginal Medicine, Women's health, Men's health, and midwifery.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
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Over 300 plant allies
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What regions these plants grow in
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What properties and actions these plants have
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How and where you can purchase/harvest/ grow the plants sustainably
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How to apply the plant medicines into your daily lives
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Rituals and how to create sacred space
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How to make herbal medicine with the plants
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What the plants can do for you and your health
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Sustainable ethical harvesting in practice
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Doctrine of signatures for plants as told by an African expert
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How certain cultures use these plants
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How to honor our Ancestors and what spiritual context particular plants and medicinal preparations have
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Herbs for pregnancy and each cycle of life as told by Indigenous midwifery folk lore
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Various bodily systems and how they function as a whole from the ancient perspective and modern medicine
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How to prepare a sacred altar
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In which way to conduct ceremonies that honor your ancestors & your lineages
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Decolonizing Herbalism and Indigenous thought frames
INVESTMENT
STUDY HERBALISM WITH WOMEN OF COLOR AND WITH CONTRIBUTORS OF INDIGENOUS LINEAGES FROM ACROSS THE DIASPORA.
MANY OF OUR PROCEEDS GO TO ASSISTING THOSE INDIGENOUS LINEAGES FROM AFRICA TO INDIA, RUNNING SCHOOLS, AND SUPPORTING FAMILIES FROM LOWER INCOME OR CASTE SYSTEMS.
EVERY DOLLAR TRULY HELPS THOSE IN NEED.
PRICING
The price for this sacred course is a donation with a sliding scale of what you can afford between the prices of $444.00 - $555.00. If you can donate the full price of $555.00 that would be greatly appreciated and for those who are of lower income brackets or on a budget, the lower end of $444.00 is acceptable! As a 501(c) nonprofit our aim is to make the path towards reclamation affordable. Our container is for BBIPOC folks only, thus we intend to offer these wisdom teachings in an authentic good way.
Payment plan options are based on what price you choose to pay for the course $444 - $555 and are to be negotiated after you have reserved your space with an initial payment.
If you choose a payment plan, all payments are to be made on the same day you paid each month and there are no exceptions!
Our plans vary from 4 monthly payments to 11 monthly payments for lower income apprentices.
All payment plans are issued under communal codes in accordance to the West African Susu principles.
Ask questions if you need to!
Thus far all 200+ POC enrolled have upheld their side of this sacred relationship.
SIGN ME UP
Interested in joining the Indigi Golden Herbal Academy? Fill out the questionnaire below to get started, we ask that you include a bio to introduce yourself, explain why you think this course is right for you, and send in your first Tuition Donation to secure your place in our next upcoming cohort!
STUDENT REVIEWS
COURSE SUMMARY
OUTLINE
How Does this Course Work?
Books
Indigenous Sciences
LESSONS
Doctrine of Signatures
Sacred Properties & Plant Actions
Speaking the Language of Plants
Herbs that Nourish
Earth : Immune System & Herbs
Water : Reproductive System & Herbs
Fire : Digestive System & Herbs
Heart : The Cardiovascular System & Herbs
Air: The Respiratory System & Herbs
Ether : Nervous System & Herbs
Ancestral Work
Indigenous Herbalism from the African Diaspora and Turtle Island
Lunar Medicine Making
Growing Your Own Medicine
FINAL ASSIGNMENT
What did you learn?
CERTIFICATION
How to Apply for Certification
Continuing Your Education
Survey
YOUNG MAIDENS ARE INVITED TO JOIN A 3 MONTH RITE OF THE WOMB HERBAL IMMERSION
THE COURSE
Young Maidens between the ages of 12 and 18 are invited to join the Indigi Golden Herbal Academy's Rite of the Womb course. This 3 month journey into the sanctity of our womb spaces will usher our young maidens into a healing portal. This course is designed specifically to educate the young maiden about how to observe their menstrual cycles as a sacred art. This course teaches them to honor their womb spaces ensuring to bridge the gaps between our ancient Grandmothers wisdom and the world we live in today. This course will show the young maiden how to listen to their womb, observe the cycles of the moon, and prevent unnecessary womb complaints. There will be stories shared by Mothers, Older Maidens, Elder women, and Aunties. The 3 month journey includes Moon Cycle tracking guidance, herbs to heal womb complaints, spiritual observances in regards to the sacred elements associated with our wombs, plus more. We discuss Goddesses, Goddess worship, and the ancient art of tending to the womb.
WHAT SHE GAINS
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3 Months of one on one womb health guidance
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Stories from Elder Women and Aunties
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Moon Cycle tracking wisdom
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Mysteries of Ancient Womb Wisdom
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Practical self care guidance
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Herbal wisdom for observing menstruation
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Education about the birds and the bees
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Education on women's roles through out herstory
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Tips for PMS and difficult menstruation
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A self care package with organic natural tools for womb health
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Goddess worship wisdom
May she walk in beauty, as the Dine
May she sing to her womb, her Grandmothers prayer
May she live by the moon,
soft and subtle with a penetrating glare
May she bleed on red, as bright as a rose
May this journey empower her, the path of wholeness is her rite
Take me to the moon, the fair moon of thy face. Take me to the sun, less brilliant than thy form. Waft me to the stars, which swing from you hair. O Goddess! O Goddess! Reveal thyself! Give the gift of divine sight, Disclose to me they exquisite face! - Vanmali
FAQ'S
DISCLAIMER
Indigi Golden Herbal Academy reserves the right to refuse service to anyone. This is possible if the facilitator feels that an apprentice is harmful to the community or our board members in any way. IGHA also reserves the right to remove students or clients from the IGHA platform without a refund being issued if individuals are unable to respect the sanctity of the offerings and services being shared, those who have been removed will not be issued a refund.
We are not responsible for allergic reactions or harmful reactions caused by any herb or remedy suggested or taught in this academy.
We do not issue refunds after any of the monthly payments have been made.