The team managed to successfully gather data that was used to determine Rapa Nui’s cultural heritage; from what its agricultural focus was and how it developed, to its population growth and decline. They gained invaluable knowledge about archaeology, the environment and social impacts, arming them with an understanding of how to contribute to building a better world.
But it wasn’t just knowledge that they gained during their experience. Leonie and her team built relationships that would stand the test of time. After forming solid friendships on the island, Leonie, Laura, Julian, Melanie and John recently organised a reunion trip to the Orkney Islands, 20 years after the Rapa Nui experience. They wanted to celebrate the anniversary of “one of the best experiences of their lives” by making more amazing memories together.