Conduct & Safety Requirements

Substance Use Policy

Alcohol & Illegal Drugs:

• Consumption of alcohol or illegal drugs during the retreat is strictly prohibited

• Consequence: Immediate exclusion from all ayahuasca ceremonies

• Continued Participation: You may continue with all other retreat activities (hiking, sound healing, meditation, water ceremonies, etc.)

• No Refund: No refund or credit will be provided for missed ayahuasca ceremonies due to substance use violations

• Detection Methods: Random wellness checks may be conducted for participant safety

Pre-Retreat Preparation:

• Adherence to ayahuasca preparation diet is mandatory

• Disclosure of all medications and substances required

• False declaration may result in ceremony exclusion for safety reasons

Behavioral Standards & Expulsion Policy

Disorderly Conduct: Any behavior that endangers yourself, other participants, facilitators, or staff will result in immediate expulsion from the retreat, including but not limited to:

• Aggressive, threatening, or violent behavior

• Harassment of any kind (verbal, physical, or sexual)

• Deliberate disruption of ceremonies or group activities

• Endangering others through reckless actions

• Violation of sacred space protocols

• Refusal to follow safety instructions from facilitators

Expulsion Process:

• Immediate Removal: You will be required to leave the retreat premises immediately

• No Refund: No refund or credit will be provided for any portion of the retreat

• Transport Costs: All travel and accommodation costs for early departure are your responsibility

• No Appeal: Facilitator and management decisions regarding expulsion are final

Community Standards

Respect for Sacred Work:

• Maintain reverence during ceremonies and spiritual practices

• Respect facilitators, fellow participants, and local customs

• Honor confidentiality of others' experiences and personal sharing

• Follow all guidance regarding photography, recording, and social media

Group Responsibility:

• Support fellow participants' healing journey

• Participate constructively in group activities

• Maintain appropriate boundaries and consent

• Report safety concerns to facilitators immediately

Final Authority: The lead facilitator Akua Ofosuhene, in consultation with Dodzi Agbenafa and Enam Voddushi, has final authority on all matters regarding participant conduct, ceremony participation, and expulsion decisions. These decisions are made solely in the interest of maintaining a safe, sacred healing environment for all participants.

This addition reinforces the sacred nature of the work while protecting both the integrity of the ceremonies and the safety of all participants. It's clear about consequences while still allowing people to benefit from other aspects of the retreat if they make poor choices regarding substances.