Porters, Ethics, and Responsibility on Kokoda

Porters are the backbone of every Kokoda trek — yet their role is often misunderstood or overlooked. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores the ethical responsibilities that come with trekking Kokoda and explains why porter welfare, respect, and partnership matter far more than convenience. Drawing on decades of on-Track experience, Glenn unpacks the power dynamics at play, the difference between ethical and exploitative systems, and the role trekkers themselves play in shaping the culture of Kokoda trekking. This episode is essential listening for anyone who wants to walk Kokoda with integrity.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
The real role porters play on the Kokoda Track
Why ethical responsibility matters in trekking
What good porter systems actually look like
How trekkers contribute to respectful culture
Why leadership is revealed under load

Follow The Kokoda Track Podcast for future episodes covering Kokoda history, Papua New Guinea culture, and the realities of trekking the Track with respect and purpose.

This podcast is proudly brought to you by ADVENTURE PROFESSIONALS

Porters, Ethics, and Responsibility on Kokoda
Porters are the backbone of every Kokoda trek &mdash; yet their role is often misunderstood or overlooked. In this episode of&nbsp;The Kokoda Track Podcast, Glenn Azar explores the ethical responsibilities that come with trekking Kokoda and explains why porter welfare, respect, and partnership matter far more than convenience. Drawing on decades of on-Track experience, Glenn unpacks the power dynamics at play, the difference between ethical and exploitative systems, and the role trekkers themselves play in shaping the culture of Kokoda trekking. This episode is essential listening for anyone who wants to walk Kokoda with integrity.
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In This Episode, You&rsquo;ll Learn:
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<li>The real role porters play on the Kokoda Track</li>
<li>Why ethical responsibility matters in trekking</li>
<li>What good porter systems actually look like</li>
<li>How trekkers contribute to respectful culture</li>
<li>Why leadership is revealed under load</li>
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Follow&nbsp;The Kokoda Track Podcast&nbsp;for future episodes covering Kokoda history, Papua New Guinea culture, and the realities of trekking the Track with respect and purpose. This podcast is proudly brought to you by <a href="https://www.adventureprofessionals.com.au/">ADVENTURE PROFESSIONALS</a>

An insight into the lessons learnt from people that have trekked the Kokoda Track in PNG. We will interview trek leaders, local PNG villagers and trekkers who have undertaken the arduous 96km jungle trek.

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Porters, Ethics and Responsibility on Kokoda

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