At TUBHA, we are deeply rooted in the rich traditions and practices of African herbalism, honoring the ancestral wisdom and cultural intelligence our people have long held with the plant world. Our mission is to preserve, uplift, and teach these sacred ways of healing, while also offering a diverse range of holistic wellness courses that extend beyond just African herbalism.
We cultivate a space for deep, embodied learning that is both ancient and expansive. At TUBHA, students are empowered to reconnect with nature, spirit, and self through education that is decolonized, intentional, and rooted in the legacy of African knowledge with global relevance and modern application.
"I've had the honor of studying under the guidance of Professor Brown in her African Herbalism class. I recommend this class to anyone seeking to heal, change lives, grow, and learn the ways of our ancestors through plants, healing, and herbal medicine. This class has far surpassed my expectations. Professor Brown is very knowledgeable and she made this class fun. She challenged us to grow in what we're seeking. I'm so humbled by the experience. "
- Latonya Anderson
Herbal Knowledge
Learn traditional and modern plant medicine rooted in African herbalism and holistic wellness.
Live Classes
Join interactive, real-time sessions led by Professor Brown to deepen your learning and spiritual connection to herbs.
Student Community
Connect with like-minded healers and learners in a supportive space for sharing, growing, and thriving together.
Yvette Nathalie Brown is an acclaimed herbalist, educator, and cultural preservationist dedicated to reviving and reimagining the ancestral wisdom of African herbal traditions. As the founder and lead instructor of TUBHA, Yvette has cultivated a thriving learning space rooted in reverence, authenticity, and practical application. Born with an innate curiosity about the healing power of plants, Yvette's journey has been shaped by years of study with traditional healers, contemporary herbal educators, and her own lived experiences. Through community teaching and apothecary work, she has helped countless individuals reconnect with their lineage and reclaim herbal knowledge as a vital aspect of cultural identity. Her teachings emphasize integrity, safety, and a decolonized lens on herbal medicine, empowering students to not only use herbs effectively but to honor the deep-rooted traditions behind them. Yvette’s work has been featured in grassroots herbal journals, podcasts, and conferences dedicated to African diasporic healing. She aims to continue her mission to uplift the legacy of African herbalism while guiding the next generation of healers, rootworkers, and medicine carriers with wisdom, love, and a deep respect for the plants and the ancestors who carried their stories forward.
