Amnesty International is pleased to welcome Peter Fa'afiu as the new Chair of Amnesty International New Zealand's Board.
Peter Fa’afiu, who identifies as New Zealand Samoan is Amnesty International’s first Chair of Pasifika descent and refers to himself as a "proud Glen Innes boy". He has been a member of the board for two years. He is a specialist in communications, government, and stakeholder relations, having worked as a New Zealand diplomat and as a trade negotiator in Indonesia.
“I’m delighted to have Peter Fa’afiu as Chair. I know his long history of leadership will be a clear asset in guiding Amnesty International New Zealand’s governance team".
Grant Bayldon, Executive Director of Amnesty International in New Zealand
“I’m delighted to have Peter Fa’afiu as Chair. I know his long history of leadership will be a clear asset in guiding Amnesty International New Zealand’s governance team”, said Grant Bayldon, Executive Director of Amnesty International in New Zealand.
After resigning from his role as General Manager, Corporate Affairs and Engagement at the Tamaki Regeneration Company, Peter Fa’afiu recently returned to management consulting as a Partner for Navigator Limited - a business consultancy company he co-founded in 2012.
“This is an important time for Amnesty International. Human rights are under threat all around the world. The organisation has been growing rapidly here, getting more New Zealanders involved in making a difference both locally and globally”, said Peter Fa’afiu.