Spirituality & Ecojustice on the Anacostia River

Join us as we spend a week together on, beside and around the Anacostia River, Washington, D.C.'s "Forgotten River," in which we will experience firsthand the ecological, spiritual and human richness of this watershed. We'll focus on the historic and contemporary inequities within the Anacostia community and their interrelationship with environmental issues.

Course Description

Through on-the-ground study and spiritual practice, this class explores the interrelationship between spirituality, ecology, eco-racism and eco-justice along Washington D.C.’s Anacostia River. We will examine the role that racism has played in the history of ecological abuse and neglect along the Anacostia River while discovering the significant ecological riches that nonetheless remain there. Throughout the class, we will engage in several Earth-based spiritual practices designed to deepen our experience of the Divine Mystery within this local sacred landscape and explore the role eco-spirituality can play in bringing awakening, healing and justice to the river and surrounding communities.

We will hike, boat, meditate and engage with community members during this powerful and enriching week.