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A stamp of success for Cardinal Mailing and Presorting Services
As the youngest of three children growing up in the mailing business, Native Hawaiian business owner Malia Lageman recalls spending her long summer breaks...
Lā Ho‘iho‘i Ea celebrates the return of sovereignty to the Hawaiian Kingdom
Contributed by the Kamehameha Schools Ho‘okahua Cultural Vibrancy Group
Did you know that the Hawaiian Kingdom had its own national holidays that were celebrated with...
Ali‘i passed on lessons in pono leadership
Through purposeful mentorship and specialized training, Hawaiian youth are properly prepared for success in their designated endeavors. This is a Hawaiian cultural characteristic that...
Audit reviews OHA event and community grants
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) appreciates that the state audit released June 1 recognizes that “the amount of grants that OHA budgets for...
The candlenut tree
In 1959, the Hawai‘i Legislature named the kukui (candlenut) tree the official emblem for Hawai‘i because of its numerous uses and symbolic value.
The kukui...
Ho‘ohui ‘Ohana: Family Reunions | July 2018
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HUKIKU / KEULUA – The ‘ohana of Moke Hukiku & Kapali Keulua have family reunion activities planned July 21-28, 2018 on O‘ahu. The ‘ohana...
Visiting Mike Hodson of Waimea
Aloha nui kākou! As we continue our journey around Hawai‘i Island sharing stories of different kanaka, we head to Waimea to visit with Michael...
So Where is the “Forensic” Audit Trustees Promised?
The most frequent question I am asked by beneficiaries is “Where is the forensic audit?” While the term “forensic” is just an informal nickname,...
Oha releases checks to Native hawaiians impacted by april flood on Kaua‘i
Office of Hawaiian Affairs News Release
HANALEI, KAUA‘I – The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) on June 20 distributed the first set of disaster relief...
OHA directs disaster assistance to Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs on June 7 announced a relief package of $500,000 in aid for Native Hawaiians impacted by the natural disasters...
Senator demonstrated dedication to Hawaiians
In May, Hawai‘i paid tribute to the late Senator Daniel Kahikina Akaka in public memorial ceremonies. OHA had an opportunity to give our aloha...
OHA Board Actions | July 2018
The following actions were taken by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees, and are summarized here. For more information on board actions,...
Hoʻolaha Lehulehu: Public Notice | July 2018
Waikoloa Ahupua‘a, South Kohala, Island of Hawai‘i
ASM Affiliates is preparing a Cultural Impact Assessment (CIA) to support environmental permitting associated with the proposed development...
Get informed before the primary election
Aloha mai kākou,
Hawai‘i voters will be electing five trustees to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs board in 2018. OHA’s Board of Trustees administers a...
HTA Offers Funding to Programs Supporting Hawaiian Culture, Hawai‘i’s Natural Resources and Community-Based Events in 2018
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has announced funding support will be provided to qualified applicants for programs in 2018 that perpetuate Hawaiian culture, preserve Hawai‘i’s...
2018 Hawai‘i Festival in D.C.
The OHA D.C. Office celebrated our Hawaiian culture during the Hawai‘i Festival at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. - Photos: Marilyn...
Mākeke: Marketplace | July 2018
2 Hawn Memorial plots for sale. Bayview II #56 near road. Side by side includes 2 vases, 2 vaults, 1 double marker, 1 opening...
Lawai‘a launches fishing gear enterprise
Entrepreneur Isaac Brumaghim first started fishing in his 20s. A “self-taught lawai‘a,” he was lured to the sport by the fun of it but...