A special evening of deep insight and spiritual exploration of Awakening Sacred Intelligence to discover the profound intelligence that emerges through meditation. This event will bring together two renowned spiritual leaders and thinkers – Sister Jayanti and Dr Ian Gawler OAM. Sister Jayanti is an eminent spiritual teacher with almost 60 years of experience in meditation and a respected representative and teacher of the Brahma Kumaris. A free event on the evening of Thursday April 10th, 2025, at South Wharf, Melbourne.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of insight and inspiration with two extraordinary luminaries:
Sister Jayanti, a globally renowned spiritual leader of the Brahma Kumaris, celebrated for her decades of wisdom, compassion, and profound spiritual guidance.
Dr. Ian Gawler OAM, a trailblazing pioneer in holistic healing, international bestselling author, and meditation teacher with over 40 years of transformative experience.
In an engaging conversation moderated by Gold Quill award-winning journalist Martine Harte, these visionary thinkers will explore the concept of Sacred Intelligence—a profound inner wisdom accessed through meditation. Discover how this intelligence offers a pathway to deeper empathy, meaningful connection, and personal transformation, transcending the capabilities of artificial intelligence.
The evening opens with reflections from Lisa Forde, President of Meditation Australia, and is elevated by the ethereal crystal bowl and soundscapes of best-selling author and meditation artist Carmen Warrington.
This is a rare opportunity to unlock the deepest dimensions of human potential and discover meditation as the gateway to boundless inner wisdom and true human flourishing. Join us!
Bios:
Sister Jayanti – Administrative Head of the Brahma Kumaris & Spiritual Mentor
Sister Jayanti is a senior teacher of The Brahma Kumaris, the world’s largest spiritual organisation for both men and women to be led by women. She is the Additional Administrative Head of the organisation, which operates in excess of 7,500 teaching centres in over 137 countries around the world. She is a much sought-after international public speaker, author of more than a dozen books and a visionary leader guided by spiritual values and principles. She is the United Nations representative in Geneva for The Brahma Kumaris which is accredited with General Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council.
Dr Ian Gawler: Meditation Teacher & Best-Selling Author
Dr Ian Gawler is an international bestselling author and meditation teacher with over 40 years of experience. His work in meditation, especially through the lens of healing, has been transformative for many. Ian has practised Tibetan Buddhism since 1985 and has been instrumental in establishing Centres for Contemplative Studies at both the University of Melbourne and Monash University. He is passionate about meditation’s role in personal growth and healing.
Martine Harte (Moderator): Journalist & Founder of Engaging Women
Martine Harte is an award-winning journalist and the founder of Engaging Women, an advocacy platform aimed at advancing equality. As a meditation teacher, Martine brings a unique perspective on the intersection of personal growth and social impact. She is deeply committed to the transformative power of meditation in advancing humanity.
Lisa Forde (Opening Remarks): President of the Meditation Association of Australia
Lisa Forde is the President of the Meditation Association of Australia and the Founder of the Australian Centre for Meditation and Mindfulness (ACMM). With a wealth of experience and a passion for the practice of meditation, Lisa has been a key advocate for the role of meditation in improving well-being across Australia.
Carmen Warrington (Meditation and Soundscape): Meditation Artist and Best Selling Author
Carmen Warrington is well known to audiences globally as the ‘voice of peace’ through her guided meditations and ambient songs. Her meditations can be through her dozens of CDs (including her ABC ‘Meditations for Life’ series and on Insight Timer) which have helped thousands of people around the world reconnect with their inner peace and power. Carmen is a master sound bath facilitator, recently co-organising Global Crystal Bowl Symposium 3 and she is also a funeral celebrant.
