Philippa Howden-Chapman
New ZealandacademicFemale6.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Professor Philippa Howden-Chapman is a prominent New Zealand public health researcher known for her work in housing and health, particularly in addressing social inequalities. She has served on the board of Kāinga Ora, New Zealand's state housing agency, advocating for affordable housing solutions. Recently, she was in the news for her efforts to clarify misconceptions about the agency's financial situation and its role in providing state housing, amidst criticism regarding the government's approach to social housing.
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Philippa Howden-Chapman spoke to the conference about how housing impacted people’s health.
Levin crash: Driver dies after car and truck collision on State Highway 57New Zealand· 2026-09-24
Philippa Howden-Chapman is a professor of public health at the University of Otago, Wellington, who discussed the impact of housing on health.
Controversial Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong to run as independent in general electionNew Zealand· 2026-09-24
University of Otago, Wellington, professor of public health Philippa Howden-Chapman spoke to the conference about how housing impacted people’s health.
Gisborne woman finds DNA family link to Poona Paul cold case in AustraliaNew Zealand· 2026-09-24Philippa Howden-Chapman is a public health and housing expert who critiques the cyclical approach to public housing.
Roofless people: Has the coalition put a wrecking ball through public housing?New Zealand· 2025-08-11
Philippa Howden-Chapman tried to explain the situation regarding KO's debt but was ignored.
Social housing: How not to fix a crisis – Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-04-15
