Youth ministry holds a central place within the mission of the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials (JCEP), as accompanying young people in their spiritual growth, intellectual development, and engagement with society is one of the key priorities of the Society of Jesus in Europe today. In this context, we share with you an invitation from the ECE Province to the summer event: Eco Summer Camp 2026.

The Eco Summer Camp 2026 organised by the Central European Province (ECE) will take place on 8-15 August at Kolleg St. Blasien in Germany’s Black Forest. This week-long program gathers students, young professionals, and older participants for an international, intergenerational exchange on sustainability. Participants will explore the systemic links between climate and economy, deepen their inner life through guided meditation, and learn practical tools for sustainability in their own communities. The camp combines expert-led workshops with hands-on activities, field trips, and shared community life. 

After four transformative years of the Eco Summer Camp in Switzerland (2021–2024), we are excited to open a new chapter in 2026 at an inspiring new location: Kolleg St. Blasien in the Black Forest, Germany.

Our mission remains unchanged: to foster interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainability, now within a vibrant setting that deepens community life and shared experience. In 2026, we will once again welcome students, professionals, and practitioners from around the world, alongside leading experts and scholars.

This one-week summer school offers an inclusive, enriching space for learning and exchange at eye level. We warmly welcome participants of all ages, believing that meaningful ecological, social, and spiritual transformation emerges through intergenerational dialogue and a shared sense of responsibility for our common future.

Building on feedback from previous editions, Eco Summer Camp 2026 places a strong focus on hands-on, practical experiences, including field trips, gardening, and extended time in nature. These immersive activities foster mutual learning, tangible projects, and lasting inspiration, while supporting both personal growth and collective well-being.

Participation fees start at €500 for students and €700 for non-students.

Join us at Eco Summer Camp 2026 and be part of an international movement shaping a more just, connected, and sustainable world together.