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huiMAU: Normalizing the Lifestyle of Aloha ‘Āina
“Mālama i ke kanaka nui, i ke kanaka iki, i ka ʻelemakule, i ka luahine, i ke keiki, i ka ʻilihune, i ka mea maʻi. Care for the big person and the small person, for the elderly men and women, for the children, for...
Get Ready to Vote!
Hawaiʻi set records in August’s primary elections with a historic voter turnout. The upcoming general election on November 3 is even more critical. It will determine the next president of the United States. New mayors will be elected for Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi, and the...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, with an estimated one out of every eight women diagnosed yearly. Compared to other ethnic groups in Hawaiʻi, Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander women are at highest risk of dying from breast...
I Mana Ka Leo; Our Voices Have Power
leo (nvt. Voice, tone, tune, melody, sound, command, advice, syllable, plea, verbal message; to speak, make a sound)
Aloha mai kākou,
Being the youngest of six children, and almost 20 years younger than the firstborn, I learned the importance and necessity of my voice early on....
Maʻi Kolona; COVID-19 is Real
By Kuuleilani Reyes
Aloha mai kākou. ʻO wau ʻo Kuuleilani Reyes. Noho wau i Kualoa me kuʻu ʻohana. ʻO Keolaʻoli lāua ʻo Kaliloa kuʻu keiki kamahaʻo. He Hawaiʻi au.
I want to share my experience with the lāhui, because there are lots of stories, rumors, fear...
Chair Ailā Addresses Herbicide Use
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has heard recent beneficiary and community concerns regarding the perceived spraying of glyphosate-based herbicides within homestead communities and near bodies of water. The unease sparked a response in the form of a letter penned by Hawaiian Homes Commission...
MARZO, Ikaika
1 Can you describe your connections to the Native Hawaiian community on your island, and how you would address issues that may have a particular impact or be of particular concern to Native Hawaiians? Would you consult with or seek advice from...
ROTH, Mitch
1 Can you describe your connections to the Native Hawaiian community on your island, and how you would address issues that may have a particular impact or be of particular concern to Native Hawaiians? Would you consult with or seek advice from...
ALM, Steve
1 Native Hawaiians are overrepresented in every stage of the criminal justice process, including in arrest rates and in our prison population. Moreover, controlling for many common factors including type of charge, an OHA study revealed that Native Hawaiians were more likely to be...
AMEMIYA, Keith
1 Many have described how the pandemic has highlighted and exacerbated socio-economic inequities experienced by vulnerable communities, including Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. As mayor, what steps would you take, if any, to identify and address the unique needs and challenges of...
KAU, Megan
1 Native Hawaiians are overrepresented in every stage of the criminal justice process, including in arrest rates and in our prison population. Moreover, controlling for many common factors including type of charge, an OHA study revealed that Native Hawaiians were more likely to be...
BLANGIARDI, Rick
1 Many have described how the pandemic has highlighted and exacerbated socio-economic inequities experienced by vulnerable communities, including Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. As mayor, what steps would you take, if any, to identify and address the unique needs and challenges of...
MANGAUIL, Lanakila
1 To properly represent Native Hawaiians from your island/community active engagement is important. Please list the Hawaiian cultural or civic organizations, associations or activities that you are (or have been) part of on your island of residence, your specific role in the...
MACHADO, Colette
1 To properly represent Native Hawaiians from your island/community active engagement is important. Please list the Hawaiian cultural or civic organizations, associations or activities that you are (or have been) part of on your island of residence, your specific role in the...
ALAPA, Luana
1 To properly represent Native Hawaiians from your island/community active engagement is important. Please list the Hawaiian cultural or civic organizations, associations or activities that you are (or have been) part of on your island of residence, your specific role in the...
LINDSEY, Keola
1 To properly represent Native Hawaiians from your island/community active engagement is important. Please list the Hawaiian cultural or civic organizations, associations or activities that you are (or have been) part of on your island of residence, your specific role in the...
AKINA, Keli’i
1 Normalization of Hawaiian language and culture is foundational to a thriving lāhui. Please share the traditional/cultural practices that are part of your daily life and any ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi background or experience. 2 What do you feel are the biggest barriers...
SOUZA, Keoni
1 Normalization of Hawaiian language and culture is foundational to a thriving lāhui. Please share the traditional/cultural practices that are part of your daily life and any ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi background or experience. 2 What do you feel are the biggest barriers...
E Kū Mai A E Koho | Stand Up and Vote
Hawaiʻi’s primary election in August saw a record 406,425 voters - an increase of 42% participation over the 2018 primary election. This is likely due to mail-in voting which makes participating easier and more convenient. Increased voter participation may also be a reflection of...
Hear from Candidates Vying for Your Vote in the 2020 General Election
Do you need help figuring out who to vote for in the 2020 General Election? Ka Wai Ola News is here to help. In the October issue, we share candidate bios, experience and stances on the issues to help you make an informed vote...