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In Zimbabwe, the rainy season is a time we look forward to. It brings a renewed sense of hope where we all believe that a land hit with sporadic rains can have the potential to give sweet rewards, with patience and vision. In countries like Zimbabwe, where the soil is so highly fertile, it just requires a pinch of magic—sometimes more than a pinch—to believe in our own potential.

Sustainability is a concept awakening interest among many here; it is the seed many want to integrate, and Compass Education is providing that. In pursuit of fertile land, many months ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Ndlovu, CEO of ZIMTA, the Zimbabwe Teachers Association, with more than 35,000 members countrywide. ZIMTA comprises dedicated professionals seeking opportunities to learn more and delve into sustainability and systems thinking practices. Our meetings culminated in the privilege of leading over 40 ZIMTA members in a workshop to gain a shared framework and language for sustainability—easy to understand and apply. We discussed the Sustainability Compass Tool and brainstormed practical ways to foster equitable, well-being-centered education systems—what a blessing it is to share and listen to professionals—empowering both educators and learners to nurture their own potential.

Lessons learned:

• Spot potential in dry seasons: Like Zimbabwe’s fertile soil waiting for rain, recognize untapped strengths in educators and communities—then nurture them with vision.
• Build connections that bloom: One conversation with leaders like Dr. Ndlovu can seed workshops reaching thousands, turning shared hope into actionable change.
• Plant sustainability personally: Start small with tools like the Compass in your classroom or network; patience yields equitable growth for learners and yourself.

A special thanks to Lucy Thompson for co-facilitating alongside me, and to Dr. Ndlovu for embracing Compass Education’s mission to promote sustainability in education.