“I am because we are. “With the spirit of Ubuntu, I share the kindness and strength that grow from connection—with every child I meet.

Where have you lived, and how has it shaped your perspective?: I was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. Growing up in a diverse and dynamic country taught me that strength comes from community and resilience.
What languages do you speak and how do they influence how you connect with people?: I speak English, Zulu, and a little Afrikaans. Speaking multiple languages reminds me that every person has their own way of seeing the world — and that's a beautiful thing.
Can you share something about your background or identity that’s important to you?: dUbuntu — the African philosophy that says, "I am because we are" — shapes the way I teach, live, and build relationships.
Tell us about a childhood memory that still makes you smile.: Dancing in the rain with my cousins after a summer storm — pure freedom, pure joy.
Describe yourself in three words!: Energetic, compassionate, creative.
What did you study, and what inspired you to choose it?: I studied Education and Community Development because I wanted to be part of building stronger, more just communities.
If you could go back and take any course again, or invent your own, what would it be called?: "Creativity as a Tool for Change" — helping kids see how their imagination can make a real-world impact.
How do you build trust with children you’ve just met?: I always start with laughter and shared activities — trust grows through shared experiences.
What do you believe children can teach adults (or others)?: Children show us how to live in the moment and believe that anything is possible.
What does a “successful” session look like to you?: When every child feels seen, heard, and leaves feeling proud of something they tried or created.
If you could learn anything with a child, what would it be and why?: I would love to learn how to tell better stories — because stories connect hearts across generations and borders.
What's one topic you would go back and teach yourself when you were a child?: Self-confidence. Believing in yourself is the first step toward making a difference.
What aspects of society have felt strange or unsettling to you as you’ve grown older?: Seeing how inequalities persist — and realizing that meaningful change starts with education and empathy.