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
Healing Our Relationship with Ourselves and the Earth
- September 26, 2025
- — October 1, 2025
- Insight Meditation Community of Washington
Rebecca Bradshaw and Chas DiCapua will lead this residential retreat. With support and inspiration from the beauty of nature surrounding us, we will explore the Buddha Dharma from the paradigm of receptivity, allowing ourselves to be touched by life and recognizing our deep belonging in this world.
With Karenna Gore
- September 16, 2025
- — October 14, 2025
- Union Theological Seminary
Online
The course will provide basic literacy in climate science and case studies of impacts, but it focuses on an understanding of the drivers of human behavior that are shaping our shared biosphere. Recognizing that the climate crisis is about more than data, science, and technology (as important as they are), Climate Ethics explores how to draw from values, culture, and spirituality to heal and protect the life-support system of the Earth.
Voices from the Global South
- September 18, 2025
- Yale Center for Environmental Justice
Online
The program will feature Mercy Sister Rosita Sidasmed of Argentina and Franciscan Rodrigo Peret of Brazil sharing the priorities for climate justice coming out of the Global South and how civil society hopes to influence the formal negotiations.
With Jeanne Corrigal and Yong Oh
- September 18, 2025
- — November 6, 2025
- Insight Meditation Society
Online
This program is a community exploration of what we’re feeling and holding in these times, with the intention of deepening our individual and collective capacity for wise and committed response. We will honour our deep love for the earth, expressing that love through engagement, care and the willingness to show up.
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
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.
Statement
- One Earth Sangha
What does it mean to follow the path of spiritual warriorship or to be an ecosattva? The leadership council of the Shambhala Community has issued a statement exploring the role of the spiritual warrior that resonates for all Buddhist traditions.
Statement
A Western Soto Zen Buddhist Statement on the Climate Crisis
- Western Soto Zen Buddhists and Alan Senauke
The Western Soto Zen Buddhist Association's statement on the climate crisis draws from a long term commitment from this rich tradition to Earth, sustainability, and compassion.
Statement
A Buddhist Statement of Support for the Standing Rock action and Water is Life Protectors
- One Earth Sangha
To protect life, we must protect water. An alliance of Buddhist communities stands in solidarity with Indigenous water protectors, and your voice and support are needed.
Stories of Community
EcoDharma
- Jessica Serrante
Where does the Great Turning live? Or rather, how do we live the Great Turning?
EcoDharma
- Nikayla Jefferson
One Earth Sangha’s suggestions for how to get started on taking action.
EcoDharma
Lessons from Ladakh’s Climate Leadership
- Sneha Poddar
By adapting traditional Buddhist wisdom to contemporary challenges, a community in Ladakh is devoting itself to the sacred duty of protecting land.