Board Member

Aubrey Vavu is an experienced environmental and social research professional with a strong background in community engagement, governance, and sustainable development in the Solomon Islands. He currently serves as a Senior Research Assistant with Ecological Solutions Solomon Islands, where he supports environmental, social impact, and livelihood-focused projects across the country.

Aubrey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management from the University of the South Pacific (Fiji). His professional experience spans environmental and social impact assessments, REDD+ forest conservation projects, election observation missions, and community-based research initiatives in partnership with national and international organisations.

He has worked closely with institutions such as James Cook University, Australian National University, FAO, SPREP, and Wildlife Works Carbon, contributing to projects in climate change adaptation, conservation, gender and disability inclusion, and community livelihoods. Aubrey also brings technical skills in stakeholder engagement, FPIC processes, social surveys, and GIS mapping.

As a board member, Aubrey offers practical field experience, strong research insight, and a deep understanding of community realities. He is committed to ethical governance, inclusive development, and supporting initiatives that create meaningful and sustainable impact for communities in the Solomon Islands.