Human Development and Social Competence

Dr. Micaela Glöckler is a German physician, author, and internationally respected speaker in the field of holistic health and anthroposophic medicine. Trained as a pediatrician, she has dedicated her life to integrating conventional medical knowledge with a deeper understanding of human development, wellbeing, and spirituality.

For many years, Dr. Glöckler led the Medical Section at the Goetheanum in Switzerland, supporting doctors, therapists, and educators worldwide. Her work focuses on child development, conscious parenting, and the role of human values in health and healing.

Through her lectures and writings, she inspires audiences to approach health as a dynamic balance of body, soul, and spirit, offering practical insights for both personal and professional life.

My journey in Waldorf education began through my children’s experience, which inspired me to dedicate my life to working with children.

I am deeply passionate about nurturing young minds and making a meaningful difference in my community through education.

Juliet Wayua Mia is a Waldorf parent of 30 years experience and an educator who has been leading the Humane Waldorf School in Kitale, Kenya for the past 18 years.

Born in 1968, grew up in Stuttgart/Germany. Studied medicine in Germany (including internship at Baragwanath Hospital, Johannesburg, SA). Specialist training in Internal Medicine and Hematology/Oncology at various anthroposophic and conventional hospitals in Germany and UK (Bridgend). From 2005-2017 outpatient and inpatient consultant in the Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology at Havelhöhe Hospital, Berlin. 2017-2023 Head of the Department of Oncology at Clinic Arlesheim, Switzerland. Since September 2023 Head of the Medical Section at the Goetheanum (together with Dr. Karin Michael and Adam Blanning, MD).
 

Liesl Haasbroek is a South African facilitator and practitioner dedicated to ecological awareness and water-based healing practices. Based in the Western Cape, her work explores the relationship between human wellbeing and the vitality of natural systems. She is particularly known for her work with flowforms—structures that help restore and enliven water—using them as tools for both environmental restoration and personal reflection.

Liesl brings a deeply experiential approach to her facilitation, inviting participants to reconnect with water as a living element and to rediscover their own sense of flow, balance, and resilience. Her work bridges environmental education, embodied practice, and community learning in a way that is both grounding and inspiring.

Angela has worked with Anthroposophy since 1993 as a foundation for human development and social renewal, completing her Art Therapy degree at HKS Ottersberg, Germany, in 1999. She began her career in psychiatric and psychosomatic settings, shaping her trauma-informed and developmentally grounded approach.

After moving to South Africa, she specialised in art therapy for traumatised children and founded the Butterfly Art Project in 2010, developing it into a training platform for Community Art Facilitators.

Angela now works as a consultant and facilitator across Africa, focusing on trauma, transgenerational healing, and social cohesion. Her work centres on strengthening mental health through artistic practice to foster resilience, dignity, and community wellbeing.

Rev. Oliver Steinrueck was born in Toronto, Canada, and grew up in Camphill Village, Copake, New York. After a Waldorf education, he studied History before training for the priesthood at the Seminary of The Christian Community in Stuttgart, Germany.

Ordained in 1992, he served congregations in Freiburg, Chicago, San Francisco, and Spring Valley, New York. He later became Lenker (Coordinator) for North America and, from 2019, a member of the international leadership of The Christian Community in Berlin. Since 2022, he has served as Lenker for Southern Africa, supporting congregations and fostering spiritual development across the region.

Rev. Steinrueck brings decades of pastoral experience and international leadership, offering thoughtful perspectives on spirituality, community building, and human development.

Janet Manoni is the Country Director of Child International in Tanzania and serves as Head of the Anthroposophy Secretariat. Her work is dedicated to advancing holistic child development, community wellbeing, and capacity-building initiatives across the region.

With a strong background in programme leadership and social development, she supports initiatives that integrate education, health, and social care, grounded in anthroposophical principles. Janet works closely with communities, practitioners, and organisations to strengthen systems that nurture the wellbeing of children and families.

Through her leadership, she contributes to building collaborative networks and promoting approaches that honour human dignity, development, and social responsibility.

Kiki Sanne is a South African practitioner of emergency pedagogy, working with children and communities affected by trauma and crisis. Her work focuses on creating safe, supportive spaces where young people can process experiences through creative, play-based, and arts-integrated approaches.

Drawing on principles of trauma-informed care, she supports emotional resilience and recovery, particularly in contexts of social and environmental stress. Kiki works closely with educators, caregivers, and communities to strengthen their capacity to respond to the needs of vulnerable children.

Through her facilitation, she brings a compassionate and practical approach to healing, learning, and rebuilding a sense of stability and hope.

Julia O’Leary is a South African eurythmy therapist dedicated to supporting holistic health and wellbeing through movement. Her work is rooted in the therapeutic application of eurythmy, using guided, expressive movement to support physical, emotional, and psychological balance.

She works with individuals and groups, offering gentle, embodied practices that enhance vitality, coordination, and inner alignment. Julia’s approach integrates artistic expression with therapeutic intention, creating spaces for healing and self-awareness.

Through her work, she brings a deep sensitivity to the connection between movement, health, and human development.

Angela Hofmann is a German-born biodynamic agriculture practitioner and long-standing agricultural coordinator at the SEKEM Initiative in Egypt. With decades of experience in biodynamic farming and training, she has played a key role in developing sustainable agricultural practices in desert environments and supporting the growth of organic farming networks across the region.

Her work focuses on soil vitality, biodynamic preparations, and farmer training, combining practical knowledge with a deep understanding of ecological systems. Angela is widely respected for her contributions to education and capacity-building, mentoring farmers and facilitators across Africa and internationally.

Through her work, she continues to advance regenerative agriculture as a pathway to environmental restoration and community wellbeing.

Luka Magkuru is a Kenyan practitioner and facilitator in biodynamic agriculture, dedicated to promoting sustainable and regenerative farming practices. His work focuses on supporting farmers and communities in cultivating healthy soils, resilient crops, and ecologically balanced agricultural systems.

With experience in training and grassroots initiatives, Luka works closely with smallholder farmers, sharing practical knowledge on biodynamic methods and natural soil fertility. He is passionate about strengthening local food systems and empowering communities through accessible, land-based practices.

Through his work, he contributes to the growing movement for regenerative agriculture in Africa, fostering environmental stewardship and community resilience.

Mpho Makatu is a Botswana-based practitioner working within the Camphill movement, dedicated to inclusive community development and social care. His work is rooted in supporting individuals with diverse abilities through meaningful participation in community life, education, and shared work.

Drawing on Camphill’s holistic approach, Mpho contributes to creating environments that foster dignity, belonging, and personal growth. He is involved in initiatives that integrate social therapy, education, and sustainable living practices within community settings.

Through his work, he supports the development of inclusive, resilient communities that value each individual’s contribution and potential.