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Each summer, we bring stories of faith, justice and hope to the fields of Boughton House—from global campaigns to grassroots action, and powerful theology to practical activism.
Together with festivalgoers, we’ve helped shift the dial on climate justice, challenged global inequality and called on governments to act. Greenbelt gives us a space to gather, reflect and act—rooted in faith, committed to change.
Volunteer with us this summer, and help inspire thousands of people to take action against poverty and injustice.
Christian Aid at Greenbelt through the years
2025: Staying hopeful when things are broken
Last year, we asked: How do we repair a world broken by climate injustice, debt and colonialism?
Central to this was our giant 6ft Kintsugi pot. Inspired by the Japanese practice of joining broken objects with gold, the craft action invited festival-goers to stay hopeful when things are broken. All weekend, Greenbelters contributed prayers, messages of solidarity and hopes for a restored world.
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2024: Dream on at the No-Fly Zone
Last year we cut our carbon while still bringing voices from around the world to the festival stage to tackle questions of poverty and justice.
This included hosting key voices from the Global South as we asked ‘Tax the rich? Dream on!’ and ‘No white saviours? Dream on!’
2017: The Big Shift
The Big Shift sought to shift money away from coal and gas into clean, renewable energy that could provide energy access for millions and help tackle the climate crisis.
The campaign continued beyond Greenbelt with actions outside local premises of HSBC across the UK, and eventually a big shift in the bank’s fossil fuel investment policy in developing countries.
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2012: Tax Justice Bus
In 2012, Reverend Suzanne Matale from the Zambian Council of Churches joined us to speak about the impact of tax dodging in Zambia.
Campaigners also inspired people to speak up for tax justice by talking to politicians, church leaders and the media. A petition with 10,000 signatures was then presented to Prime Minister David Cameron.
2003: Trade Rules are Nuts
At Greenbelt 2003, a carnival procession weaved through the festival site, highlighting the injustice of global trade rules.
A costumed quartet of Singing Nuts toured the fields, capturing attention through satire and song. Hundreds joined the campaign and backed the call for trade justice.
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What is Greenbelt Festival
Greenbelt is a festival of arts, faith and justice. It's a place for people to come together to explore big ideas, be inspired by artists and activists, and share in worship and community. With music, talks, comedy and creativity across the weekend, it’s a celebration of hope in action.
