Resource and Economic Development

Grand Master Navigators, Jasmine Stole Weiss

‘I can tell the changes’: Grand master navigators on climate change and perpetuating traditions

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Jasmine Stole Weiss highlights a special event in Guam where esteemed navigators shared their expertise on traditional wayfinding and the impacts of climate change. Grand masters Ali Haleyalur, Sesario Sewralur, and Larry Raigetal emphasized the importance of cultural preservation and inter-island connections while teaching about navigation and its significance for future generations.

How Indigenous Storytelling Methods are Strengthening Commercial Marketing Campaigns in Samoa

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Faumuina Ivan Hamish Afamasaga emphasizes the importance of Indigenous Samoan storytelling in marketing at Ah Liki Investments Corporation. He argues that integrating traditional communication methods with modern trends enhances marketing effectiveness, fosters cultural identity, and drives economic growth in Samoa. Humor and local narratives significantly boost engagement and sales.

The Climate Change-Organized Crime Nexus: Building Pacific Resilience

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Virginia Comolli and Alastair MacBeath focus on the intersection of organized crime and climate change in the Pacific Islands. As criminal activities rise alongside climate issues, there is a pressing need for integrated policy responses. The resilience of local communities faces significant challenges, necessitating international cooperation to address these interconnected threats.