Tribewanted: Vorovoro

Why would you like to be chief?

I spent an inspirational 2 weeks on Vorovoro back in March, and have not stopped thinking about it since. I would love an opportunity to play a bigger part in this amazing project and give something back to the island. In the spirit of no regrets, I’d love to take on the challenge.

What, other than your skills, makes you he right person for this role?

Before going to Vorovoro I wondered and worried what a Graphic Designer could offer a million miles away from her Mac?
If I were creating an island community I would choose useful people like a farmer, a chef and a builder. After spending time on the island I realised that albeit in a small way I could be all these things; planting and singing to the plants with Crimestopper, making a mean Paw Paw jam with Va and… well I still need to work on the builder part.

It also dawned on me that the attributes that make me a good designer would also make me a useful tribe member and a good chief:
- Engaging and inspiring all kinds of people.
- Sharing passions and ideas.
- Understanding the small things that can make a big difference.
- Being creative yet practical, hard working and fun.

What would you like to achieve as chief?

Sustainability looks at how we can fulfill the needs of this generation without damaging the those of future generations. August will see TribeWanted’s 3rd birthday so as chief at this exciting time, I’d like to ensure the celebrations are magical and unforgettable, and that the island is ready for the next generation of Tribe members.

How will you spend your legacy?

Not sure this is still available, but if it were: Chuck’s blog is full of great ideas, especially the bee keeping (mmm Vorovoro honey) and water desalination.
Let’s increase the islands self sufficiency show the rest of the world how it’s done.

Tell us something interesting about yourself.

The average belly button is 0.5cm deep, mine is almost 4.
Although I have every confidence team Fiji and the tribe can fix the leak in the dam, if not my freakishly deep navel could come in useful!

In one sentence, why should the tribe elect you as chief?

Being chief would be an honor and a challenge, I promise to do my best to make the tribe proud, if they’ll have me ‘Minavandoooooooooooooooooooooooo!’

Cast your vote now!