From July 20 to 26, 2026, more than 100 young people from the member churches of the Cevaa gathered in Kpalimé inTogo, for an action-packed week centered on the theme: “Act Today to Change Tomorrow,” echoing the theme ofShared Action .

TThe camp has established itself as a true laboratory for transformation, paving the way for sustainable local projects led by engaged young people. Byexperimenting and connecting their lives to faith and by collectively developing solutions, theparticipants and the participants have acquired skills that will benefit their respective communities.

The young people’s daily lives were shaped by a spiritual routine consisting of prayer, meditation, and creative Bible workshops. The program also included thematic presentations on the ecological crisis, digital literacy, and agroecology, as well as creative workshops such as choir, theater, dance, percussion, and visual arts. Hands-on activities such as crafts, gardening, sustainable cooking, and green building—complemented by opportunities for sports and wellness—enriched the experience.

For example, the culinary arts have served as a true school of life. Going beyond the simple framework of recipes, cooking workshops have become a space for collective learning that combines tradition, creativity, expertise, and camaraderie. By preparing dishes together inspired by Togo and the countries represented, such asablo, potato leaves, or zowè, the young people cultivated cooperation, patience, and the joy of serving others. The kitchen was thus transformed into a place of fellowship, proving that by sharing a meal, young people learn in a tangible way to “live life differently.”

Beyond the activities themselves, this event fostered an intercultural exchange among young people from Africa, Europe, the Pacific, and the Caribbean, sparking a shared reflection on how to live differently in a world marked by ecological, social, and spiritual crises.

In this regard, one participant speaks to the power of this shared experience: “For me, this camp was much more than just a trip to Kpalimé. It was a tangible realization that we—young people from such different cultures—share the same faith and the same sense of urgency to take action for our planet. By cooking together, discussing climate issues, and praying side by side, I realized that change doesn’t start tomorrow—it starts now, through our daily actions and our international solidarity.”

the Pastor Omer Dagan, sSecretary eof the Youth Activities and Youth Division, thanks the two sister churches in Togo (EEPT and EMT) for their hospitality.