N.Z. branch of Club of Rome
PA Wellington A New Zealand branch of the Club of Rome has been forced in Wellington. The International Club of Rome is based in Geneva, and was established in 1968 by a non-political group of scientists, planners, educationists, and businessmen. Some companies such as Volkswagen, Olivetti, and Nippon Electric support it, either through membership or donation. The club’s aims are to identify and stimulate discussion of problems such as over-population and depletion of the world’s resources. The New Zealand Club of Rome’s patron is Sir Guy Powles, the president is Sir Philip Proctor, and its members are businessmen, academics, scientists, clergymen and public servants. The club will attempt to promote an awareness of New Zealand’s role and responsibilities as a member of the world community and an understanding of world problems and the way in which these wil] affect the country. Australia, Japan, Finland, the United States, and Canada have also set up national branches. It is contrary to the club’s tradition to act as a pressure group, or to adopt any political stance. Instead, it considers, informs, and stimulates debate.
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Press, 28 July 1976, Page 4
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