AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEmergency Communications: A new look at the Pacific’s cyclone-era alert systems says national broadcasters are relied on in crises, but face a “recognition without resources” problem—warnings don’t always reach people fast enough, in languages they understand, through channels they trust. Indigenous Ocean Stewardship: A fresh push for “ocean justice” argues conservation must share power with Indigenous communities, not just protect reefs from the outside. Marine & Climate Tech: Coral reef monitoring is getting sharper as El Niño boosts heat stress, with Pacific-focused tracking warning that bleaching risk can spike fast when waters run too warm. Food Systems Research: The University of the South Pacific is developing climate-smart taro tools, upgrading farming models to help farmers protect soil health and keep yields steady across Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. Conservation Networks: Samoa Conservation Society has joined BirdLife International as a new partner, aiming to strengthen work to protect the Manumea. Podcast & Language: A new Samoan-led podcast series in New Zealand uses talanoa to tackle identity and language barriers for Pacific communities.
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