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Shiva Gounden – Head of Pacific
Shiva leads the Pacific campaign at Greenpeace Australia Pacific. He is an accomplished advocate for environmental sustainability and climate justice, with a focus on empowering communities in the Pacific region. With extensive experience in campaign strategy and community engagement, Shiva has worked with various organizations to promote initiatives that address climate change and protect natural…
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Rae Bainteiti – Pacific Political Coordinator
A dedicated advocate for environmental and social justice from Fiji, he works to address the impacts of phosphate mining on Banaba Island, focusing on human rights, policy reforms for indigenous peoples, and sustainable development for the Banaban community. He strives to raise awareness of the socio-environmental consequences of mining and promote the restoration of Banaban…
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Mahealani Delaney – Pacific Community Engagement Coordinator
After nearly four years at the Australian National University’s Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions, she aims to support communities in navigating complex environmental and social issues. With a Master's in Environmental Management & Development and a passion for nature, particularly in warm tropical regions, she also coordinates the Pacific Climate Warriors chapter in…
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Raeed Ali – Pacific Community Mobiliser
For the past six years, he has worked closely with Pacific communities on sustainable development, most recently as the AIS Forum Regional Director for the Pacific Ocean with UNDP, where he advanced the blue economy and led key regional initiatives. Passionate about environmental advocacy and social entrepreneurship, he has been recognized for his efforts, including…
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Zabeena Buksh – Digital Campaigner
A digital campaigner with over eight years of experience in digital marketing, she has worked on impactful campaigns, including the WFP project’s call survey in the Pacific post-COVID. With a background in community services, she focuses on raising awareness and supporting Pacific communities through strategic digital initiatives.