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Rep. Tokuda introduces resolution honoring 120 years of Filipino immigration to Hawaiʻi
US Rep. Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) introduced a congressional resolution marking the 120th anniversary of the arrival of the first Filipino immigrants in Hawai‘i. The resolution honors the pioneering plantation workers, known as Sakadas, whose sacrifice, resilience, and labor leadership transformed Hawai‘i’s economy and culture.
Hirono, Meng introduce resolution recognizing May as AANHPI Heritage Month
This resolution celebrates the many contributions Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities have made to the nation and emphasizes the importance of celebrating diversity.
Acclaimed Hawai‘i drama ‘Chaperone’ set for Maui debut this weekend
Zoë Eisenberg’s drama “Chaperone,” which won the 2024 Slamdance Grand Jury Award for Best Breakout and features an entirely AANHPI cast, is set to screen in select theaters across the islands Sept. 11–28, 2025, followed by a nationwide digital debut Oct. 3, 2025.
Hirono, Chu introduce bills to address mental health in AANHPI communities
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and US Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA) reintroduced a package of bills focused on mental health awareness for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities in observance of May as National Mental Health Awareness Month and AANHPI Heritage Month.
UH Center on Aging helps boost research pool for national study
Participants who join CARE 2.0 may be contacted for research on topics such as brain health and caregiving. Studies vary in commitment, from one-time surveys to long-term data collection.
NHL’s Seattle Kraken March 31 game to benefit Maui Economic Opportunity
The National Hockey League’s Seattle Kraken will be donating funds to Maui Economic Opportunity and the nonprofit agency’s efforts to support families impacted by the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfires at their March 31, 2025 game against the Dallas Stars.
Top scholarship for Hawaiian students announces revamped program
APIA Scholars, the nation’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students, has announced the launch of its transformed scholarship program – an opportunity for local students.
Senate unanimously passes Hirono’s resolution recognizing May as AANHPI Heritage Month
The US Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) to mark May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.
Hawaiʻi film and creative media industry gets spotlight, backing as awards season nears
The Hawai‘i state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s Creative Industries Division is supporting awards season marketing for local films. This is in an effort to reach global audiences and pave the way toward a more vibrant locally created media industry.
Senator Hirono introduces bill to combat mental health stigma in AANHPI communities
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono has put forth the Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation aimed at addressing mental health stigma in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
