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Welcome to Hyphae

community embedded environmental education

The Hyphae Program was designed with the intention of awakening community teachers to an understanding of nature, of their individual relationship with nature, and the many learning opportunities that nature provides. We deliver a series of lessons at a school, exploring themes such as Water is Life, Plants, Habitats, Waste & Recycling, etc. Our learning experiences are interactive, rooted in play and sensory experience.  The lessons take place outside and utilise nature as the primary learning resource. This is done to enthuse the teachers we work with and inspire them to consider alternative approaches to education; as well as fill the children with a sense of wonder and awe. We also host a training workshop with the teachers, during which we equip them with the skills to design and deliver lessons that teach about the environment, outside. We then support them in implementing what they have learnt. The Hyphae Programme is intended to provide the first step in establishing a lasting relationship with the schools.

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Want to get involved?

You can:

  • sponsor a school

  • volunteer your time

Our Team

We are blessed to have a magnificent team of Kinship facilitators with a diverse range of experiences.

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MICHAELA GEYTENBEEK

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NOLUTHANDO MLABA

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KELLY BAMBUS

THABILE DLAMINI

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HAPPY MTSHALI

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JESSICA CHAPLIN

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Impact Report

Download our 2024 Impact Report.

Our Partners

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