Shawn Stevens, AVF Co-director,
shares his journey from multi-generational trauma
to the healing power of reclaiming heritage and homecoming;

In this compelling short film, by award-winnning documentary filmmaker Roger Vanoro,
Shawn shares His inspiring story -

an urgent call to bridge the divide between ‘us’ and ‘them,’
where history meets hope; prophecy meets reality;
and healing meets leadership and community engagement.

WHO WE ARE. WHAT WE DO.

OUR MISSION IS TO BUILD ALLIANCES AND develop leadership
for bioregional climate solutions and intercultural peacemaking.

We are rooted in deep respect for indigenous principles of community and commitment to living systems, and we are working in service of a compassionate, sustainable, and viable future for our children. We fulfill our mission through council-based programs and community events in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts and throughout the Northeast bioregion.