Enjoy this passionate and informative conversation with Change the One founder, Peter Nicholls. Peter shares how his charity has helped many families in Vietnam and Papua New Guinea; how the funds/relief reach the local people for the purpose they’re intended; the challenges of being an Australian and learning how to best support a local community in a different country.

After witnessing first-hand the devastation of a Tsunami in Papua New Guinea back in 1997, Peter was inspired to set up his charity. He committed his time and money along with a dedicated group of volunteers to ensure that every man woman & child has the opportunity to be the best they can be in their own local environment. This is made possible through education and the availability of the basic necessities of food, water & medical attention.

“As I stood on top of the rubble, trees, rocks and silt, 3 stories high that had been cleared off the road and stretched as far as the eye could see, I looked to the heavens in utter frustration and helplessness, cursed for the little I could do - the task was insurmountable. It was at that moment I realised I had been trying to change the world and I didn’t need to – I needed to Change The One.” Peter Nicholls.

To donate or to find out about upcoming fundraising events such as Online Quiz Nights, an annual Gala Dinner and concerts, please Change the One.

Peter also runs Trident Leasing which is a commercial leasing business in Melbourne.

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