The Transformation of SPREP - A story of organisational renewal

Abstract

Located in Apia, on the tranquil island nation of Samoa, is SPREP’s four hectare campus. Almost befitting its very purpose, the campus occupies a good portion of the former government forest research centre in which a myriad of beautiful trees, plants, small creatures and a staff of 90 people co-exist. Taking a leadership and coordination role of the South Pacific region’s environmental agenda, SPREP’s mandate is clear. It exists ‘to promote cooperation in the Pacific region and provide assistance in order to protect and improve its environment and to ensure sustainable development for present and future generations’