We do not walk this path alone.
Coming to terms with and responding to what is underway requires the support of community.
EcoSanghas to Join
In-Person or Online
Group meets Monthly; discussion is in Nederlands.
LocationAvercampstraat 74
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland 1072 RB
Netherlands
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland 1072 RB
Netherlands
Upcoming Events
from Our Networks
A Sense of Belonging
- April 6, 2026
- — April 27, 2026
- Tricycle
Online
This year’s theme, A Sense of Belonging, explores how sensory perception can restore our relationship with the earth, featuring conversations with Buddhist teachers, environmentalists, and writers. In addition to daily events from April 20–23, teachers from Spirit Rock’s EcoDharma Program will lead us in meditations that will take place every Monday in April, beginning April 6.
with John Paul Lederach
- April 12, 2026
- Upaya Zen Center
Online
Lederach is widely known for the development of culturally based approaches to conflict transformation and the design and implementation of integrative and strategic approaches to peacebuilding.
With Adam Lobel and Kristin Barker
- April 15, 2026
- — April 19, 2026
- Insight Meditation Community of Washington
Buddhist teachers, facilitators, and community leaders are being called to a new level of presence and response. Join Adam Lobel and Kristin Barker for this application-based retreat offering a space of collective inquiry, practice, and renewal for those who wish to integrate ecological truth into their teaching and leadership. With support of the BESS Family Foundation, qualified teachers need only pay the $100 deposit to attend.
Returning the Body to Nature
- April 15, 2026
- Insight Western Mass
Online
Practice together with other sangha members in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy a dharma talk with Melanie Cherng.
Sponsored by the BESS Family Foundation, Earth Awareness Community Retreats are intended to foster community among those whose work and interests are focused on the intersection of mindfulness/meditation and climate change. Retreats will be held in 2025 – 2027 at four geographically dispersed retreat centers. Attendance at the retreats is free, but other costs are participant responsibilities.
Statements
from Leaders and Practioners
Statement
Statement
A Buddhist Declaration on Climate Change
- One Earth Sangha
The Buddhist Declaration on Climate Change. On November 28th, 2015 in Paris, this statement was presented to UN climate negotiators with other faith statements around the world.
