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Kāhuli speaks to transformation as the 2025 Hawaiian Word of the Year

Kāhuli reminds us that transformation is both inevitable and essential – it moves away from the middle ground, emphasizing work that looks beyond “good enough.”

Final EA and FONSI published for Pilot Release of ʻAlāla on East Maui

This multi-partner pilot release allows wildlife managers the opportunity to monitor and evaluate ʻalalā and its potential for survival and breeding in the forests of East Maui without risk of depredation by ‘io (Hawaiian hawk). The EA provides background information concerning methods for release of ‘alalā and outlines the proposed action, potential impacts, and strategies to avoid and minimize potential adverse impacts of the project on East Maui.

Community-led coral restoration project at Kealakekua aimed at accelerating reef growth, recovery

The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources took part in a second collaborative coral restoration project over the weekend in the waters of Kealakekua Bay, on the Kona side of Hawai‘i Island.

The Nature Conservancy unveils expanded insurance policy for Hawai‘i coral reefs

The Nature Conservancy first purchased statewide coral reef insurance in 2022. The new policy doubles the area covered – as well as the minimum payout following a damaging hurricane or tropical storm.

Hawaiian forest bird initiative secures $3M boost to annihilate mosquitos, save birds in East Maui

At Haleakalā National Park yesterday, the Director of Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and conservationists involved in Birds, Not Mosquitoes, shed light on the ongoing project to save native birds on East Maui. 

The Merwin Conservancy Presents Dr. Pualani Kanahele on Maui, June 9

As a Hawaiian cultural expert, she will speak about the Kumulipo: the mele koʻihonua (genealogical chant)

VIDEO: Kealopiko bridges the upland and ocean in a uniquely Hawaiian way

Using native flora and fauna as a source of inspiration a trio of Hawaiian women are designing clothing in a uniquely Hawaiian way.

Hawaiian Civic Clubs Host 50th Annual Convention on Maui

The Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs holds its 50th Annual Convention on Maui November 1-8 at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort.  Speakers will address the challenges and opportunities of balancing Hawaii’s economic development and cultural sustainability.  The AHCC is the oldest Hawaiian community based grassroots organization and is dedicated to civic service in the […]