Gastprogramma: Climate Constellations for Sustainable Transitions

This immersive two-day workshop offers a deep exploration into Climate Constellations, an innovative and powerful methodology designed to tackle complex sustainability challenges and accelerate meaningful transitions. Drawing inspiration from family and organizational constellations, Climate Constellations uniquely address issues at the systemic level.

Through Climate Constellations, participants can visualize, understand, sense, and positively influence hidden dynamics within social-ecological systems, unlocking new pathways for transformative action and sustainable change.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Foundations of climate constellations: Understanding phenomenology and systemic approaches.
• Different formats of constellations: Including systemic, ancestorial, double blind and personal constellations tailored to sustainability issues.
• Integration with established frameworks: Grounding practices in the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), Factor 8 Model, Theory U, transition theory, and transdisciplinary research.
• Hands-on experience: Engaging exercises that reveal and address barriers, unlock potentials, and facilitate deep systemic insights.

SCHEDULE

Evening before (20 May):

• Arrival from 17:00, dinner at 18:30,
•  Welcome session and introductions at 20:00

Day 1 (21 May): Understanding Systems and Transitions

• Phenomenology and the basics of systemic constellation methods
• Practical exercises: First experiences with constellation dynamics
• Exploration of complex sustainability systems using Factor 8, Theory U, and transition theory
• Different formats: climate eco-system, ancestors, double blind
• Reflection and group discussions

Day 2 (22 May): Me and the Transition

• Deepening personal insights and connections to broader transition processes
• Reflections on : where do I stand in the transition? What is my agency? What could support me?
• Exercises focused on releasing blockages, identifying leverage points, and fostering active hope
• Connecting to nature
• Collective harvesting of insights, reflections, and actionable next steps

PRACTICAL DETAILS

Location: Land aan Zee, Burgh-Haamstede (NL), The Netherlands, a peaceful retreat center close to nature.

Cost:
€650 (excl. VAT) per person in shared double room.
€750 (excl. VAT) per person in single room (limited availability).

Prices include accommodation, meals (2x dinner, breakfast, lunch), yoga, meditation, and workshop facilitation.

ACCESSIBILITY

• By Car: Ample parking available at the retreat center.
• Public Transport: Accessible via Middelburg or Goes train stations, then by bus to Burgh-Haamstede. Shuttle available upon request (24h notice required).

Ready to deepen your role in the sustainability transition?

Register quickly to secure your spot and join a transformative journey towards meaningful impact.

More information and registration: https://events.vub.be/Transitie-retraite

FOR WHOM?

This workshop is ideal for educators, researchers, process facilitators, sustainability professionals, and anyone committed to actively contributing to sustainable transitions.

FACILITATION

Cathy Macharis, Professor of Sustainability at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Founder and host of the House of Sustainable Transitions, a transdisciplinary research network at the university. Expert on participation, sustainability, and creator of the ‘Factor 8’ process for transformative change. Her latest book is ‘Land of Hope’. Cathy has extensive training in systemic approaches and coaching.

I aim to foster awareness, strengthen connections with our inner and outer resources, and collectively envision a hopeful, sustainable future. The climate constellations are a novel method to support this. I will share my experiences, connect it to theory and show the way to potential applications. And of course we will most of all, go in the experience.

Petra Müller Demary

Founder of Solutionsurfers Romania, an international recognized coaching school. As a coach and solution focused change facilitator I am always surprised and in owe about our human potential. Magic happens when we truly connect. Both personally and as a society, we are living through a time of deep transformation. Through my own journey, I’ve learned that challenges are actually powerful opportunities to grow. I truly believe that when we shift our focus from problems to solutions, real change happens. I have been working for over 30 years in the field of leadership and personal development. With many years of experience my focus is on systemic constellation work, offering both individual and group sessions to address complex dynamics and foster deeper insights for personal and organizational growth.

Laetitia Counye has built a strong career as a senior professional and team leader in the field of impact investments across the Global South. Driven by a deep fascination with personal transformation, she has been expanding her focus toward personal and team counseling.

With over two decades of experience in traditional yoga and meditation, I offer gentle body exercises designed to bring deep relaxation to both body and mind. Throughout this workshop, I will be honored to guide you on a journey inward—toward silence, stillness, and the connection with your inner source.