Better with Birds: Webinar Replay

Why birding benefits us & the planet Matthew Zylstra, PhD, was recently invited on as a Guest Speaker for BirdLife South Africa’s Conservation Conversations to speak about the wellbeing benefits

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Amplifying the Heath Benefits of Nature

In his capacity as Research Scientist for NatureFix,  Dr. Matthew Zylstra recently presented on how nature connectedness underpins human and planetary health. This presentation marked the launch of NatureFix wellness

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Podcast: Attention for Nature Connection

Dr. Matthew Zylstra recently visited The Netherlands to present to Wageningen Univeristy colleagues on “Trends in Nature Connectedness: A View from the South” .  Afterwards he facilitated a mindful sensory

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OceanFest: Of Whales & Wonder

EarthCollective duo,  Dr. Alejandra Vargas and Dr. Matthew Zylstra were both involved in last week’s successful OceanFest, held in Plettenberg Bay. Both Alejandra and Matthew delivered presentations during the 3-day

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Nature Connection for Social-Ecological Systems

Dr. Matthew Zylstra recently presented at the Garden Route Interfaces Network meeting sharing the latest insights into his current research focus on the importance of nature connectedness for the health

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Integrating views on the human~nature relationship

A new publication that seeks to find common ground and integrate multiple perspectives on the human~nature relationship

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New book collaboration

EarthCollective members collaborate on the new book "Cultural & Spiritual Significance of Nature in Protected Areas"

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Intentions in print

The Baviaanskloof Nature Awareness Group has published a preliminary brochure outlining its mission and ambitions for its envisioned role in the Baviaanskloof Hartland region.

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The Neuroscience of Sacred Natural Sites

A collaboration with the Royal Botanic Garden and Beyond Borders Scotland.

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Learning in the Field: “Yalada”

It was the final night in the field and the group was lying on an island beach looking up at...

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