From September 1 to 5, 2025, the European Youth Centre in Budapest is buzzing with energy and purpose as young changemakers gather for the study session “Faith in Action”, co-organised by the Ecumenical Youth Council in Europe (EYCE) and the Ecumenical Forum of European Christian Women (EFECW).

This dynamic event brings together youth from across Europe to explore how faith and democracy can fuel climate activism. Through interactive workshops, team-building activities, and hands-on learning, participants are diving deep into:

• Theological perspectives on climate change
• Practical tools for eco-activism
• Promoting eco-justice in local communities
• Understanding how activism and democratic processes go hand-in-hand

 One of the highlights is the visit to the Aurora Climate Garden in Budapest, a groundbreaking agroforestry project that transformed a gravel parking lot into a thriving green space using only urban waste and volunteer power. Over five years, this initiative has become a hub for environmental education, hosting walks and workshops for schools, universities, NGOs, and even corporate groups.

 The group was welcomed by Mark Richards, a local volunteer who introduced the garden through an interactive activity, which demonstrated how cities, different buildings and materials react to heat and temperatures. The activity led into a discussion about how the climate garden came into development and emphasised how an essential element of community projects is to understand and adapt to the context of the community.

 Participants also visited the Synod Office of the Reformed Church in Hungary, where they heard an inspiring presentation by Boglárka Szűcs, master lecturer at Károli Gáspár University. Her insights bridged science, pedagogy, and faith, sparking meaningful dialogue on how education can empower climate action.

 For more information, visiti the dedicated webpage.