9-13 SeptemberEkskäret Island

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ReAwaken your Purpose

This is an invitation to be part of creating the prototype of a new type of gathering and community of soul- & heart-centered creators and changemakers.

We gather for five days to inspire and learn from each other and our work, in order to deepen our own commitment to the mission we’re on, and to gain new perspectives on how we create and contribute in this world. This is an opportunity and invitation to level up the impact of your work, as well as yourself.

This gathering is for you who:

  • longs to expand and deepen your sense of purpose & meaning, and the vitality and aliveness that comes with that.
  • wishes to discover and engage with new tools and perspectives to accelerate progress in your creation, business, passion or leadership.
  • believes in the power of community to grow and reach new heights.

If this resonates with you, consider this your calling. 

It’s time to level up your game. 
It’s time to ignite your soul and spark that ember into a flaming fire. 
Alone we can only do so much, together we can literally change the world. 

We live in a new era. 

The world is no longer created by politicians and regulations.
It’s built bottom-up by the changemakers. You. Me. Us.

It's our world. We are all here for a reason. We all have our roles to play.
It’s time we start playing them more fully.

Will you answer the call?

Last date to apply July 9th, 2025

What is Spark Changemakers?

This is a 5 day residential, participatory heart- and soul-centered Mastermind gathering focusing on the purpose and impact of our work. Our home for this week is the beautiful private island Ekskäret in the archipelago outside Stockholm. But this is also a community that far extends the gathering. This will become a group of likeminded changemakers for support, inspiration and celebration.

During the gathering, there will be a dedicated co-working space for when you just need to get things done, but the real magic happens in the workshops and co-created activities.

    Based on many years of building community and designing programs and gatherings, as well as decades of joint experience as entrepreneurs, we have designed an over-arching program to facilitate the emergence of our collective intelligence and experience, combined with community-building activities and other offerings hosted by participants. Most of the content will be participatory and interactive workshops and very little will be talks or transmissions.

    The group will be carefully curated and each gathering's focus will be adapted to the needs of the participants.

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    Examples of topics

    • mind-created purpose versus learning to listen to our soul's calling 
    • tapping into that inner fire and power
    • exploring motivation and inspiration
    • longevity and holistic health as a foundation for well-being and resilience
    • how to best use AI to accelerate our work in an ethical way 
    • efficiency, productivity and time management 
    • psychology, self-leadership and adult development
    • thriving instead of burning out
    • lightning talks and life stories to share experiences
    • moments of celebration, appreciation and gratitude

    What the experience is all about

    Purpose

    Deepen the connection with your purpose, channeling it as a catalyst for positive societal impact

    Community

    Find growth and support in the connections and shared purpose within our Changemaker Community

    Expansion

    Cultivate continuous growth by embracing new challenges and learning opportunities.

    Self-leadership

    Develop your self-leadership to harness your strengths and reach your fullest potential

    Authenticity

    Embrace your true essence and let the light of your authentic self guide and empower your journey

    Impact

    Elevate your purpose for the greater good of humanity, creating meaningful impact in society through your actions.

    Presence

    Connect with the present moment fully, allowing yourself to be drawn into a vibrant connection with your experience

    Collective awakening

    Redefine yourself as part of a bigger puzzle where your actions are integral to the collective progress of our society

    Innovation

    Foster innovation and unleash your creative potential to drive forward-thinking solutions and transformation.

    Why is this important?

    The creation of Spark comes from an inner longing, and as a response to a deep, collective call rising in the world right now: Where are we headed, and how do we shift course?

    We’re in the midst of a time where everything is shaking – climate, societies, inner stability, meaning. People are waking up, but often alone. So many are carrying visions, fire, frustration, and hope – but lack a space to truly deepen that journey, together with others on the same path. A space not just to talk about change, but to embody it.

    That’s what Spark is.

    It is beyond a retreat or gathering. It’s:

    • a catalyst for transformation
    • a fireplace for souls longing to change the direction of our world
    • a prototype for the global changemaker communities of the future
    • and a response to the whispers of playing small: You are allowed to take up space. You are allowed to feel. You are allowed to step fully into your fire, and make a difference.

    You are needed. We need each other. The world needs us awake – together.

     We need to redefine the "self" from the lens of being part of a bigger, interconnected puzzle. Turn the illusion of disconnection and separation into connection, within ourselves, to others, and the whole (planet/nature/all life).

    We are all co-creators of the world that is emerging, we all have our roles to play in the formation of an ever-evolving humanity and society. These gatherings and this community hopes to be in service of this.

    The time is now. 

    This gathering aims to help more people make this crucial shift of perspective and to inspire and empower us to be even stronger agents of positive change in the world we are creating together. 

    This is a calling to gather empowered changemakers into powerful community. A calling to support and strengthen each other, to help each other remember and reconnect with why we are here. 

    Ultimately, it is a calling to fuel our hearts with purpose and connection. To blow that glowing ember inside of us into a flaming fire. 🔥

    The Location

    Our home for the gathering is a private island in the outer archipelago of Stockholm. It's a very special place where only gatherings and trainings supporting inner growth and consciousness development take place. Owned and run by the non-profit foundation Ekskäret, other initiatives that call this island home includes The Inner Development Goals, Elevate, 29k Foundation, Protus and Emerge Project Lakefront.

    The modern facilities are built in a way that both blends into nature and makes it feel like you are fully immersed in nature, even when inside. There's a beautiful trail circumnavigating the island and it takes about 10min to walk around it. There's an electric sauna, a larger wood-fired sauna, two beaches and a bonfire place, a tipi tent, viewing tower, beautiful cliffs, thriving forest, and much more! 

    We think it's one of the most beautiful and special places in the world, and we are very excited to share it with you, and grateful that we get to have our gathering here.

    What's included?

    • Entrance into a community of changemakers (communication channels, future events, etc)
    • A 5-day immersive gathering, all inclusive
    • A well-designed arch of program and experience (with content partly created together as the first prototype)
    • Private bedroom
    • Healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner (vegetarian) by a professional chef

    Spark Fundamentals

    • WHEN is it? Tuesday Sept 9 - Saturday Sept 13, 2025.
    • WHERE? On the private Ekskäret island in the Stockholm Archipelago.
    • HOW MANY will we be? There's a maximum capacity of 20 participants. 
    • WHO will be there? A thoughtfully curated mix of changemakers within different fields. 
    • ACCOMMODATION: You will have your own private bedroom.
    • What's my INVESTMENT? 
      • Since it's the first prototype, we invite you to be part of creating the foundations of these gatherings with us at self-cost:
      • Price: 10 500 SEK (excl. VAT)  6 500 SEK (excl. VAT)
    • TIMELINE:
      • Last date to APPLY July 9th, 2025. 
      • Group will be selected by July 10th.
      • Virtual kick-off July 17th, 16.00-17.00 CET.
    • What LANGUAGE is spoken? English is spoken as the default language
    • What about FOOD?
      Delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and sweet treats) will be carefully prepared for you by a professional chef, to nourish both body and soul and fuel your energy throughout the event. All meals will be vegetarian.
    • What's the SCHEDULE like?
      The days flow through a thoughtfully and well designed arch of a program. The days will be a mix of facilitated workshops, activities shared and hosted by participants, experiences held by the Elders of the island, and fun group-bonding activities. There will also be a co-working space available during work hours, for you to either work on your own or co-work / brainstorm with others. The content of the workshops will be adapted somewhat based on the participants. Example of schedule.
    • All participants are also CO-CREATORS of the gathering in terms of the culture we create between us, but also the expertise we bring with us. Together we are the gathering. You will be encouraged to share your knowledge, experience and talents.
    • We celebrate DIVERSITY and welcome co-creators of all ages, genders, cultures and backgrounds.
    • This gathering is SOBER. No alcohol or drugs are allowed.
    • This is a gathering where profound, TRANSFORMATIONAL SHIFTS have the potential to occur. Approach this experience with an open mind and from a state that allows you to engage with and process any such changes.
    • We understand that plans can change. If CANCELLATION is made before August 9, a full refund will be issued. After this period, no refunds will be given. If there are fewer than 15 participants the gathering will be postponed and the ticket fee will be refunded. The reason for this is that a certain group size is necessary to create the experience and group dynamic that the retreat is intended to offer.

    IS THIS FOR ME?
    If you are or long to be an agent for good in this world - this is for you.

    If you feel a desire to connect with and grow alongside other changemakers, to create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible - this is for you.

    If you have read this far and feel a warm, tingly feeling somewhere within, or perhaps a slightly nervous but bubbly energy, YES - this is very likely for you.

    Co-hosted by

    Simon Myringer
    @simonmyringer

    Simon is the founder of the education company Nordic Tech Institute, an angel investor, and community builder. He blends play and business, often using improvisation to build confident teams and empowered individuals. With a passion for tech, creativity, and human potential, Simon designs transformative learning experiences that help people upskill, grow businesses, and adapt to a fast-changing world. His work bridges strategy and spontaneity—making growth not only possible, but fun.

    Jonna Lundberg
    @jolundberg

    Jonna first discovered the entrepreneurial path through the employee wellness startup Yodabee, as the co-founder and COO. Since then she has held a key role in the Inner Development Goals core team as Volunteer lead and in People & Culture. She is also lead on events & operations at Emerge Lakefront – a changemaker residency for inner growth and global impact. She is passionate about creating kind, curious, authentic, and vulnerable spaces to build communities that support individual growth and collective transformation.

    Philip Jonzon Jarl
    @jonzonjarl

    After an international career in corporate business, Philip built Relate, a conscious dating tech company, for six years as co-founder and CEO. While building Relate, he lived and co-created the K9 co-living community, sparking his passion for the transformative power of community. He lead the creation of the Elevate gatherings and is today one of the co-initiators of the Emerge Lakefront Project, as well as host and co-initiator of the IDG Ambassador Program trainings.