He is also the founder of Tawna – Cinema from the Territories, a film initiative that tells stories from the perspective of Indigenous peoples. As a visual storyteller, he has traveled to more than ten countries, advocating for rainforest conservation and sharing the profound relationship between humanity and nature.

Today, Yanda dedicates much of his life to sharing the teachings of Iyauna (ayahuasca), sacred tobacco, wayusa, and other master plants. He facilitates ceremonies globally, always honoring the traditions passed down by his ancestors with deep respect and reciprocity.

Together with his family, he welcomes visitors to Itia Mama Minga, a community-based ecotourism center near Puyo. Among his most meaningful projects is the Village of Iyauna, a space to cultivate sacred medicinal plants. His work has also brought these teachings to the United States and Ecuador, including gatherings with the Mushuk Nina family in Cuenca.

Yanda's mission is to reconnect people with the wisdom of dreams and share the Sápara worldview. He believes ancestral wisdom remains a living source of healing and balance for today's world.

Born in Cuenca, Ecuador, in the heart of the Andes, Paul has followed a path that integrates ancestral wisdom with lifelong learning. He holds a degree as a Technologist in Ancestral Sciences and Knowledge, and is an independent researcher and writer on the world of entheogens and the spiritual traditions of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas.

He is the founder of Maloka Mushuk Nina, a space dedicated to the sacred encounter with master plants and the preservation of ancestral knowledge. Through this work, he creates learning experiences rooted in respect, responsibility, and reciprocity with the natural world.

As an ancestral medicine guide, Paul facilitates ceremonies with Awakolla (San Pedro) and Iyauna (Ayahuasca)in both Ecuador and the United States, creating safe spaces for personal growth, reflection, and spiritual connection. His work is grounded in service, deep listening, and profound respect for the traditions passed down by his teachers and the communities that have entrusted him with these teachings.

As Co-Founder of Iyauna: The Return of Dreams, Paul helps lead an initiative dedicated to building bridges between the Amazon rainforest, the Andes, and communities around the world. Through ceremonies, cultural gatherings, educational experiences, and healing retreats, Iyauna seeks to preserve and share Indigenous ancestral wisdom while fostering a deeper relationship between humanity and Mother Earth.

Paul's mission is to preserve and transmit ancestral teachings with integrity, honoring the traditions he has received while promoting a path of medicine rooted in respect, balance, community, and a profound connection with nature. Through his work, he hopes to inspire others to recognize the enduring value of ancestral wisdom as a path toward personal transformation, collective healing, and harmony with the living world.

She earned her Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2019 and has spent her career serving diverse, historically underserved communities throughout New York. Her clinical experience includes working with individuals living with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, as well as survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Through these experiences, she developed a profound understanding of trauma, resilience, and culturally responsive care.

Sylvia is the founder of New Moon Therapy LCSW, PLLC, a private psychotherapy practice specializing in individual therapy and immigration mental health evaluations. Today, she primarily serves the Latino community in Queens, New York, with a particular focus on Ecuadorian immigrants. Supporting members of her own community has allowed her to reconnect with her cultural roots while helping others navigate the emotional challenges of migration, trauma, identity, and healing.

Inspired by her work with Indigenous communities in the Ecuadorian Amazon, Sylvia has expanded her understanding of healing beyond conventional psychotherapy. She is currently training in ancestral medicine traditions, serves as a medicine facilitator, and coordinates retreats that respectfully introduce participants to Indigenous healing practices under the guidance of traditional knowledge keepers. Her work seeks to create meaningful dialogue between Western psychology and ancestral approaches to emotional, spiritual, and community healing.

Sylvia is also the co-founder of Iyauna: El Retorno de los Sueños, an initiative developed in partnership with the Sápara people of the Ecuadorian Amazon. The project is dedicated to preserving Indigenous knowledge, promoting cultural exchange, supporting community sustainability, and sharing the Sápara tradition of dream wisdom and ancestral healing with the broader world. Through documentary film, educational programs, cultural events, and wellness retreats, Iyauna strives to honor one of the world's most endangered Indigenous cultures while fostering healing rooted in respect, reciprocity, and tradition.

Whether in the therapy room, facilitating healing experiences, or collaborating with Indigenous leaders, Sylvia's mission remains the same: to create spaces where mental health, culture, and community come together, honoring both scientific knowledge and ancestral wisdom in the pursuit of healing.

Born and raised in the lush environments of the Ecuadorian Amazon, Shimanu has dedicated his life to preserving and sharing the ancient ways of the jungle. His extensive knowledge of medicinal plants, local ecosystems, and traditional survival skills transforms every journey into a deeply educational experience. Over the years, he has worked closely with community elders, learning the sacred songs and rituals that honor the forest. Beyond his technical expertise in navigation and safety, Shimanu is a passionate advocate for sustainable practices, ensuring that all expeditions respectfully support the local communities. Whether he is guiding you through complex river routes or sharing ancestral stories by the fire, he provides a secure and enriching environment for true connection and spiritual growth.