John Lockley is a fully initiated and ordained Sangoma (African Shaman) in two lineages from South Africa, the Xhosa and Swazi nations. He was one of the first modern white men in recent times after Apartheid to be awarded the title of 'Ligqira Linkulu' by his Xhosa elders, meaning Elder Sangoma. His Xhosa, name given by his teacher, is 'Ucingolweendaba', meaning 'the messenger or bridge between cultures.’ For the last 15 years John has pioneered the bridge between modern western Psychology and traditional South African healing, facilitating 'Ubuntu' (Humanity) and Way of the Leopard retreats worldwide, and teaching people how they can reconnect to their Ancestors, Spirit, and the Earth. John is inspired by the work of Shamans Directory and looks forward to contributing in whatever way he can.