04/02/2026
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Over the next two weeks we will be highlighting this year’s guest speakers that will be presenting at the Melungeon Heritage Association’s 30th Union/conference which will be in Tazewell, Virginia on June 26th and 27th. All guest speakers will be presenting on Saturday, June 27th from 9am-5pm.
Today’s guest speaker highlight is on Dr. Melissa Carver, Melissa Carver Her presentation will be on “Melungeon Religion and Spirituality over the years.” Dr. Melissa Carver is an author, and has her PhD in Philosophy. Dr. Carver is certified as an Ayurvedic Chopra Instructor, Nirvana Flow Specialist, and has continued post graduate education in Counseling Psychology. One of her area’s of research is in historic or generational trauma, which is personally connected to her Melungeon ancestry.
Dr. Carver is also the founder of the nonprofit organization, Mindset Junkies. This organization focuses on funding programs and scholarships for low income families to learn the power of mindfulness, primarily the families of those in drug or alcohol rehabilitation or US Veterans.
Dr. Carver’s book, “Who the Hell Told you That,” can be purchased on Amazon, as well as Dr. Carver will have copies of her book at the author event.
