Education
As part of our approach for offering a holistic approach to land care and symbiosis between human beings and our ecosystem, we offer courses, trainings, and one-on-one instructional sessions.
We acknowledge that the process, philosophy, and a methodology we offer are limited in value and effectiveness if we do not pass on the knowledge and tools to local stewards who ultimately know their land better than anyone else.
Courses
We offer courses in various locations throughout MENA/SWANA, India, the Mediterranean, and Europe for people who want to learn concrete skills for engaging with sustainable agriculture and ecosystem restoration.
Among our courses we offer Permaculture Design, Water Retention Landscape and Rainwater Harvest, Water Systems Design, Miyawaki Forestation, Soil Extracts and Cultures, and more.
Trainings and Workshops
Working closely with land stewards, professionals, and farmers, we offer specialized trainings that focus on specific methods and tools that can enrich biodiversity, soil health, and well being on site.
These trainings include topics such as Cover Cropping in Desert Soils, Crop Rotation Planning, Agroforestry, and more.
School Partnerships
We also work with schools that are interested to visit partner farms and facilities to educate the next generation about sustainability practices and the importance of local, ecological food sources.
Upcoming Offerings
Permaculture Design Certification
Together with Mohammad Saleh of Mostadam Eco Design (based in Palestine), we are offering a Permaculture Design Certificate training for beginner and intermediate levels, which will take place in Abu Dhabi in Fall 2025. This course will cover the design principles of Permaculture and offer hands-on workshops, all focusing on the climate realities, challenges, and opportunities of MENA/SWANA region biospheres.
Miyawaki Forestation Design
This course offers architects, designers, and farm managers the opportunity to learn how to design and implement small and large Miyawaki Forest systems. This course will take place in partnership with the Miyawaki Nature Lab, in Abu Dhabi in October 2026.
Water Retention Landscape for Arid Lands
This workshop will offer introductory skills, theory, and construction principles about designing water retentions structures, earthworks, and terrformation practices for extremely arid climates. This workshop will take place in Sinai in Fall 2025.