Scotland Sanctuary

The initiative will be launched by the creation of a first Sanctuary for Humanity in Scotland – a haven where visitors can find refuge, renewal and inspiration. Over time, different aspects of human spirituality and endeavour will be explored – individually and collectively – through retreats, workshops, gatherings, or simply through spending time alone.

The Sanctuary for Humanity is based on four elements that will support an open-hearted, financially-sustainable, and replicable model that can be applied to different locations around the world.

• Its facilities will provide the essential elements for a holistic experience. Its spaces will welcome those in need of respite, whether for healing, contemplation, recovery from trauma, or simply being. It will include accommodation units, workshop areas, meeting and gathering spaces, kitchen gardens, art studios, music and movement spaces, dining rooms, as well as areas for quiet reflection.
• The facilities will coalesce around an architecturally-beautiful central Sanctuary building within an inviting landscaped setting. It will be a quiet and peaceful space, available to people from all religions, philosophies, beliefs and walks of life, to honour the sacred in their lives.
• The large acreage on which the Sanctuary for Humanity will be located, will enable visitors to explore its wider natural environment.
• Additional facilities will develop over time to enable initiatives that flow from being in this inspiring environment – initiatives such as charitable endeavours, research and development, and other undertakings based on true human values.

A wide range of people, local and international, for whom this concept resonates, will be encouraged to contribute and participate in its development. In the broadest sense, this initiative will be ‘Created by Humanity for Humanity’.