Sprouting
Hope and
Connections.
“The tree we plant today becomes the shade our children will rest under tomorrow.”
Who we are
Sprout Connect is a social enterprise delivering inclusive, therapeutic horticulture and African cultural gardening programs across Victoria. From prisons to schools, aged care to home gardens—we create healing spaces, empower communities, and grow resilient futures.
Mission Statement
Sprout Connect exists to transform lives and grow resilient communities by uniting regenerative gardening, cultural knowledge, and environmental care into practical pathways for healing, skills, purpose, and belonging.
Our Impact
At Sprout Connect, we are committed to breaking the cycle of youth incarceration through practical training, employment pathways, and long-term community support. Our work starts inside youth justice facilities and continues beyond the prison gates. We up-skill, connects and give them tools to thrive.
Our Team
Thuch Ajak
Founder and Program DirectorBrings over 15 years’ experience in community development, youth work, horticultural education, cultural leadership, and radio. His work connects people to land, culture, healing, skills, and opportunity, growing confidence, belonging, and resilient communities.
Operation ManagerRachel Biar
Contact us
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