Tue, Apr 21
|The Great Hall at The Nest, UBC
BEYOND WELLNESS: Authenticity, Belonging, and Care
With Dr. Gabor Maté, hosted by Tassan Sung of SPOKEN, and Dr. Maryam Zeineddin of Zili CARE. Exploring how authenticity, belonging and care can be the true meaning of health — for ourselves, our communities, and our societies.
Time & Location
Apr 21, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
The Great Hall at The Nest, UBC, 6133 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1, Canada
About the event
Beyond Wellness: Authenticity, Belonging, and Care
Presented by Dr Maryam Zeineddin of Zili CARE and
Tassan Sung of SPOKEN; with guest feature Dr Gabor Maté
BEYOND WELLNESS is a transformative gathering that invites us to explore how health and education can move beyond conventional ideas of wellness toward a deeper, more human understanding of care, authenticity, and belonging. This event will bring together thought leaders, educators, students and change makers to spark dialogue, inspire transformation, and reconnect us to the true essence of wellbeing. Hosted in the Great Hall at The Nest, UBC — a vibrant, light-filled venue that reflects both academic excellence and community spirit, providing an inspiring backdrop for meaningful dialogue and connection.
There are two types of tickets:
VIP tickets include canope style dinner and opportunity to mingle with the invited speakers prior to the main event, with select seating starting at 5:30 pm