Tribal Rhythms is a process that uses the theme of “tribe” and the arts to build a community and satisfy the human need to belong.  This process creates inclusion, nurtures learning environments in school and community settings, and provides relative strangers with shared values, symbols, ceremonies and decision making systems.  The goal is not to recreate the culture of any particular society, past or present, but to engage participants in fundamental culture-making activities that result in creating their own group identity and common bonds.