Gerald Naepi

Debt is an omnipresent reality in modern societies. Whether it is consumer debt, student loans, or government debt, many people and institutions are burdened by it. The burden of debt can have severe consequences for individuals and communities, leading to bankruptcy, homelessness, and even political instability. Debt forgiveness is an idea that has been around […]

Explore the challenges of achieving impact in community programs, the importance of measuring outcomes and impacts, and potential solutions to achieve impact.

This article discusses the pressing issue of debt in New Zealand, particularly among women, Māori/Pacific individuals, and young adults. With high-interest rates and unregulated “buy now pay later” schemes, borrowers can easily fall into a cycle of debt..

Literature reviews in research are critical. They pinpoint knowledge gaps, direct future research, and come in different shapes and sizes. Understanding their purpose, structure, and types is crucial for achieving desired results.

Food security in New Zealand is a critical issue; with income inequality, poverty and persistent hunger continuing to be a problem, foodshare programs are becoming increasingly necessary to address food insecurity. These initiatives bring together producers, distributors and consumers to build an equitable and sustainable food system. In this article, we’ll explore how these programs

Rent freezes are becoming an increasingly popular way for governments to address skyrocketing rental prices. In New Zealand, rent freeze legislation was implemented in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic with varying results

The debate surrounding increasing the minimum wage in New Zealand is ongoing and far-reaching. On the one hand, increasing wages could provide a much needed boost for workers living on low incomes and potentially stimulate economic activity at local businesses thus promoting improved health and wellbeing. On the other hand, raising wages could lead to

The cost of living in New Zealand is an issue that must be addressed if we are to ensure a healthy and prosperous future for all. To combat…

Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plans play a vital role in ensuring that community programs in New Zealand are effective and achieve their desired outcomes. M&E plans help identify whether a program is on track, what areas need improvement, and if changes are needed to address emerging issues. Without an M&E plan, it would be difficult

Since the early 2000s, Pacific research has made its way into government policy and programming. Ministries have even adopted Pacific specific research guidelines such as