We recognize that the unfair targeting of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) from the war on drugs, stigmatization, and institutionalized racism, means that these communities may have less access or ability to access these medicines.

It remains true that although psychedelic medicines are on the path toward decriminalization, medicalization, and legalization, BIPOC are notably left out of clinical trials (both as participants and clinicians), underrepresented at conferences, and incarcerated at higher rates for substances which are rapidly becoming decriminalized. The reciprocity for Indigenous communities who have carried sacred plant medicines for hundreds, if not thousands, of years, are finding their cultures, medicines, and land being exploited, appropriated, and misused. As a movement, we need to do better. As a company, Soltara is committed to an ethos of reciprocity, education, and inclusion.

For this, we are excited to provide BIPOC-specific scholarship opportunities for guests who identify as BIPOC.

There is a lottery drawing every other month for the opportunity to participate in our 5-night or 7-night retreat at no cost (please note that airfare is not included – see what’s included in a retreat.)

To enter, you must confirm your subscription via email after completing the form below. See full program terms & conditions here.

After you confirm your entry via email, we will only reach out if you are selected for a scholarship.

PLEASE NOTE: This scholarship program is meant for those who self-identify as BIPOC, feel called to work with ayahuasca at Soltara, and would not otherwise have the financial means to attend a retreat with us. We ask that you only sign up for this program if you meet this criteria, otherwise you will be taking a spot from someone who truly needs this support.

Note that for certain cases, Soltara offers payment plans to assist in joining us for a retreat. If you need support in this way please email us at [email protected].