One Earth Community

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

Upcoming Events

from Our Networks

A Sense of Belonging

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

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

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.
Online
Experience meditating together for the well-being of people, planet, and participants - a monthly live meditation designed for activists, open to all levels.
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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

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Feedback on Teachers' Statement

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.
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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.
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A Western Soto Zen Buddhist Statement on the Climate Crisis

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.
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A Buddhist Statement of Support for the Standing Rock action and Water is Life Protectors

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

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Where does the Great Turning live? Or rather, how do we live the Great Turning?
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Lessons from Ladakh’s Climate Leadership

By adapting traditional Buddhist wisdom to contemporary challenges, a community in Ladakh is devoting itself to the sacred duty of protecting land.
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EcoDharma Beacon

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.