Lawrence Stephen

Lawrence Stephen (died 2006) was a political figure from the Pacific nation of Nauru.

The Honourable Lawrence Stephen MP
Member of the Nauruan Parliament for Anetan
In office February 25, 1971 – November 12, 1977
Preceded by	Paul Asa Diema
Succeeded by	Bucky Ika
In office December 8, 1980 – December 8, 1986
Preceded by	Roy Degoregore
Succeeded by	Ruby Dediya
In office November 16, 1992 – November 26, 1995
Preceded by	Ruby Dediya
Succeeded by	Ruby Dediya
Personal details
Died	2006
Nationality	Nauruan
Children	Marcus Stephen

Political role

Lawrence Stephen served as a Member of the Parliament of Nauru from 1971 to 1977.

He subsequently served a second period as a Member of Parliament from 1980 to 1986, as well as a third period from 1992 to 1995.

Role in sport

He was involved for many years with the Nauru National Olympic Committee, and served as its General Secretary.

Family

One of Nauru's aspiring sportsmen during this period was his son Marcus Stephen who became a champion weightlifter, before embarking on a political career. He became President of Nauru in 2007.

See also

• Politics of Nauru
• Political families of the world#Nauru