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.
Listening and Being Led by Earth Wisdom
- April 8, 2026
- Insight Western Mass
Online
Practice together with other sangha members in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy a dharma talk with Zeenat Potia.
An Earth-Based Meditation Yoga Retreat with Kirsten Rudestam & Mary Paffard
- April 8, 2026
- — April 12, 2026
- Off-Grid Retreats
Deepen your connection with body, community, and the living earth through meditation instruction, yoga practice, and deep listening to the Earth body—both inwardly and outwardly.
- April 8, 2026
- The Resilient Activist
Online
Experience meditating together for the well-being of people, planet, and participants - a monthly live meditation designed for activists, open to all levels.
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
Feedback on Teachers' Statement
- One Earth Sangha
Dharma teachers from around the globe have been working since June on a statement that clarifies the relationship between the Dharma and climate disruption and the responsibility Buddhists have to meaningfully engage in the issue. Now they want your feedback.
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
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.
EcoDharma
EcoDharma Beacon
- John Harvey Negru
The Barre Center for Buddhist Studies is one of many land-based centers embracing EcoDharma not only in their programming but in caring for land and complex histories.


