In 2004 Michael joined the Council for International Development, subsequently with the New Zealand Govt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then more latterly with Anglican Missions. Before embarking into the workforce, Michael had gained a Bachelor’s Degree in Regional Planning with Massey University and a Masters in International Development at Victoria. Heritage Buildings and Generational Change are just two of challenges facing the NGO sector that Michael comments on.
My guest is Joli Wescombe. Joli has been on the Management Committee and board of Hamlin Fistula NZ since 2015. With a background in midwifery, Joli brings a passion and knowledge of maternal health in developing countries especially Ethiopia. The Hamlin Model of Care is a world-leading approach to treating fistula care and delivery to treat the injury.
Stuart speaks to Sandra Manderson QSM. At age six, Sandra had made up her mind to be a Police Officer. That vision led to her appointment as the first female Police Officer to be appointed in 2002 a District Commander.
International Development and Humanitarian Support - Guests Sam London - Council for International Development (CID) and Sue van Schreven - Orphans Aid International (OAI). Sam gives an overview as to the benefit of CID as a membership organisation for 94 New Zealand International Agencies incl. advocacy, sector networking and standards and relationships with public and private sector donors. OAI is a CID member and Sue acknowledges the value of opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing that membership organisations bring. Sue introduces listeners to OAI and a special event for donors to consider in marking their 20th anniversary.
Yvonne, born in Golden Bay, a fascinating childhood growing up in rural communities. Moving around New Zealand continued after marriage to a member of the Police. Christchurch has been home since 1985. Served on the Shirley Papanui Community Board until 2010, Chair of the New Zealand Community Boards Executive Committee for 6 years. Established the Confident Driving Programme in 2007, coordinated the Positive Ageing Expo for 13 years, Community Advisory Committee Member - CDHB for 6years.
Baraka gives an overview of Tanzania prior to Independence and since. As well as his personal journey, he entices listeners to visit Tanzania either as tourists or to establish business and investment opportunities. As a developing country with a population of 62 million, school education and health services are free, there is huge development in hydro electricity and transport with rail linking Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.
Anglican Dean of Christchurch Cathedral Ben Truman : Ben was installed as Dean on 29 December 2023 relinquishing the post of Vicar of St Marks, Opawa. He is the youngest Dean to be appointed. Growing up on the West Coast, he also grew in faith. Ministry was an early life choice, but became a reality at a much younger age than he intended. God willing, Ben looks forward to re-establishing the Cathedral in the Square being central to the heart of Christchurch.
Dianne has had a remarkable life through her belief in positive outcomes. Recent health issues have not deterred her determination to focus on the present knowing that the future will take care of itself.
Doug Archbold epitomises people doing good in the world. Having known Doug for many years, he is a man of the people. His first six years was on a farm in a remote part of the Conway River in North Canterbury, 6 miles from the nearest road. The closest town Cheviot. At age 6, the family moved to Domett. From the day he started school, Doug faced challenges which put him in good stead for the remarkable life that has ensued over the past 80 years.
ACTIS provides information and assistance for a wide variety of social agencies, government departments and educational providers. CEO Rachael Fonotia and Administrator Sera Thompson talk about the formation of ACTIS over 20 years ago through to the now diverse community based service provider for all ages in Aranui. ACTIS is proactive and listens to the requests of the community and responds, often limited by the level of funding from agencies and corporate donors
Geoff Mather shares his journey from farming in New Zealand and sharing these skills in rural Tanzania while helping to set up a community dairy.