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
- August 5, 2025
- Work That Reconnects
Online
The Work That Reconnects Network is offering two gatherings – Tuesday, August 5 at 7AM PDT and Tuesday, August 5 at 5PM PDT – to honour this profound transition with a global, online connection space. This will be a time to mourn, remember, and celebrate together.
The Sun Is Setting on Federal Solar Incentives
- August 7, 2025
- California Interfaith Power & Light
Online
The recent passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OB3) rapidly phases out solar tax benefits and adds new restrictions for houses of worship and other nonprofits who want to go solar. An executive order signed shortly after the OB3’s passage could place further restrictions on solar project viability. Despite the challenges, we’ve charted a path forward that enables houses of worship to achieve their clean energy goals — if they act now.
With Lama Willa Blythe Baker, Bill Morgan and Susan Morgan
- August 7, 2025
- — August 10, 2025
- Natural Dharma Fellowship
Online
With exercises and self-reflection, we will begin to explore the impediments to freedom, how we avoid, suppress and distract ourselves from the roots of our suffering. We will then consider the psychological and mindful work required to find freedom and joy in our life and practice. Hybrid retreat.
EQUITY (online)
- August 10, 2025
- Upaya Zen Center
Online
In this session of Awareness in Action, earth and social justice activist and dharma teacher Konda Mason will present a teaching on EQUITY.
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
- One Earth Sangha
An era of unprecedented climate suffering has begun, and it will only worsen without wise and courageous action. We call on our teachers to lead the sangha in facing this enormous challenge, and we invite you to add your voice to ours.
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.