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Volunteer Revitalizes Community Spirit Through Gardening Initiatives

5/25/2025

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Malcolm Wano, a passionate volunteer with a forestry background, champions traditional koha-based initiatives to spark social change. Through his Kiahaanga Whakarereke Trust, he empowers youth to engage in gardening, fostering community spirit while tackling economic hardships and revitalizing cultural identity in Moerewa, New Zealand.

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Story summary

Malcolm Wano, a passionate volunteer with a forestry background, champions traditional koha-based initiatives to spark social change. Through his Kiahaanga Whakarereke Trust, he empowers youth to engage in gardening, fostering community spirit while tackling economic hardships and revitalizing cultural identity in Moerewa, New Zealand.