Fion

Knowledge Facilitator >> Therapeutic horticulture practitioner

Fion is an Urban Farmer with more than 10 years of horticulture experience in growing a diverse range of vegetables, fruits, flowers and ornamentals in her home, community gardens and farms. An ACTA-certified adult educator, she conducts workshops and various learning programmes on gardening, soil science and therapeutic horticulture for young students, seniors, rehab patients and those with special needs.

She is certified by Thrive, UK in Social & Therapeutic Horticulture, and in Therapeutic Horticulture by Ngee Ann Polytechnic. A trained Mental Wellness Befriender, Fion has conducted therapeutic sessions using forest trails and therapeutic gardens to cultivate interest and connect her participants with nature. She has also conducted vocational training for special needs students who are interested to work in the landscaping industry.