Nassi Vaklinova, founder of Green Nexus Education

Nassi Vaklinova

Founder & Lead Educator · Brighton, England, UK

Meet the Founder

Hi, I'm Nassi —
Founder of Green Nexus

I’m a mother of two and for over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of teaching children of different ages, and along the way, I became a certified Montessori teacher with MCI. My academic journey began with a Bachelor’s in History and Geography, and later, I specialised in a Master’s degree in Sustainable Development. But more than anything, I’ve always believed that our greatest teacher is the nature! Alongside learning about our climate reality we are building resilience with inspirational examples such as nature-inspired innovations. Alongside teaching, I volunteer with Greenpeace - Speaker program, working with schools to inspire children around eco- educational project. And this is where Green Nexus was born. At Green Nexus, I want to create more than lessons. I want to create value in children’s minds — to help them understand the world around them, to think critically, solve problems, and become active citizens. Through stories, science, hands-on projects, and eco-challenges, we are building a mindset I call a ‘green state of mind’.

BA History & GeographyMSc Sustainable DevelopmentCertified Montessori Teacher
5+Countries Reached
5,00+Young Leaders
20+Free Resources
10+Years Teaching
My Story

I'm Nassi, and I'm the founder of Green Nexus. I'm a mother of two — a boy and a girl. For over ten years, I've had the privilege of teaching children of different ages, and along the way, I became a certified Montessori teacher with MCI.

My academic journey began with a Bachelor's in History and Geography, and later I specialised in a Master's degree in Sustainable Development. But more than anything, I've always believed that education and nature belong together.

Alongside teaching, I volunteer with the Greenpeace Speaker Programme, working with schools to inspire children around eco-educational projects. And this is where Green Nexus was born.

At Green Nexus, I want to create more than lessons. I want to create value in children's minds — to help them understand the world around them, to think critically, solve problems, and become active citizens. Through stories, science, hands-on projects, and eco-challenges, we are building a mindset I call a 'green state of mind'.
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Nassi at a cultural diversity celebration at Sussex University
Nassi Vaklinova at her MSc Sustainable Development graduation ceremony with her daughter
What We Offer

Online Classes, Books & Eco-Projects

Online Classes

Live and self-paced online classes for students aged 10–16, covering climate science, eco-resilience, and environmental geography.

Books & Resources

Curriculum-aligned books, lesson plans, and activity packs designed to bring nature and sustainability into every classroom.

Eco-Projects

Hands-on eco-challenges and school projects that turn learning into real-world action — from urban forests to wetland mapping.

Our Mission

Why We Exist

To make world-class eco-resilience and climate education freely accessible to every young person on the planet — and to build a global generation of critical thinkers, eco ambassadors, and environmental leaders.

Radical Accessibility

Every resource, every programme, every tool — 100% free. Geography and income should never determine who gets to learn about the planet they live on.

Action Over Awareness

We don't just teach about climate change — we equip young people to respond to it. Knowledge without action is not enough.

Community & Belonging

Eco leadership is stronger together. We build communities of young people who support, challenge, and inspire each other across borders.

Excellence in Education

Curriculum-aligned, research-backed, and teacher-designed. Our resources meet the highest educational standards while remaining engaging and accessible.

Partnerships & Accreditations

Trusted by Educators Worldwide

We work alongside schools, NGOs, and educational bodies to ensure our programmes meet the highest standards and reach the communities that need them most.

Greenpeace Speaker Programme

Nassi volunteers with the Greenpeace Speaker Programme, delivering eco-educational talks in schools across the UK.

Montessori Centre International (MCI)

Certified Montessori educator — bringing child-led, nature-connected learning principles to every Green Nexus programme.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

All programmes mapped to the UN SDGs, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

School Partnerships

Partnered with schools across 45+ countries to deliver on-the-ground eco-resilience programmes and eco-challenges.

Ready to Join the Movement?

Whether you're a student, educator, or organisation — there's a place for you in the Green Nexus community.