
Johnny Nepe Apatu
Johnny Nepe Apatu was a respected Māori leader and advocate for social justice in Aotearoa, known for his significant contributions to addressing health disparities, particularly chronic kidney disease and mental health issues among Māori men. His work extended to promoting peace among youth in gangs and resisting drug-related violence, making a lasting impact on his community.
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Johnny Nepe Apatu was a good man who championed the importance of addressing health disparities among Māori men.
Johnny was a good man – Denis O’ReillyThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-09-24



