#Hawaiian Civic Clubs
OHA concludes work at Hawaiian Council Native Hawaiian Convention
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs wrapped up its participation in the Hawaiian Council’s 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention, which was held this year in Tulalip, Washington. “This convention was more than a gathering-it was the beginning of a movement,” said OHA Board of Trustees Chairperson Kaialiʻi Kahele. “OHAʻs participation exceeded our expectations, and the feedback weʻve […]
New law officially designates September as Hawaiian History Month in Hawaiʻi
The enactment of Act 167 designates September as Hawaiian History Month in the State of Hawaiʻi, a long-fought victory for Native Hawaiian advocates.
OHA selects Hailama Farden as Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs announced today that veteran educator and Native Hawaiian community leader Hailama Farden has been named Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs. The newly created position will be responsible for creating recommendations and institutionalizing OHA’s culture ensuring that a Hawaiian worldview and practices are incorporated into all lines of business. Farden comes […]