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ASSOCIATION OF HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUBS
49TH ANNUAL CONVENTION Nukoli‘i, Kaua‘i October 19-26, 2008 HO‘OMANA‘O I KA WĀ I HALA HE KUMU NO KA WĀ E HIKI MAI ANA HONORING OUR PAST IS THE FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE ABOUT OUR THEME Recognizing that this year marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of the first Hawaiian Civic Club (the Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu), the Kaua‘i Council honors the legacy of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole and those leaders of the past who laid the foundation for the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs. Me ka mahalo nui to Wini Smith, Convention Coordinator, Kaua‘i Council; kupuna Leimomi Solomon Hee of Wailua, Kaua‘i; and Hailama Farden, Pelekikena, Ku‘ini Pi‘olani Hawaiian Civic Club who assisted with this theme.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Mr. Micah Kane, Chair, Hawaiian Homes Commission, Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands
Micah Kāne has been the Chairman of the Hawaiian Homes Commission and the Director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands since his appointment by Governor Linda Lingle in 2003. The former Chairman and Executive Director of the Hawai‘i Republican Party, Mr. Kāne also served as a government affairs liaison for the Building Industry Association of Hawai‘i. He was also a business consultant at the Pacific Business Center, which allowed him to travel to American Samoa, Saipan, Guam and Palau to help entrepreneurs start businesses.
Mr. Kāne received a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Menlo College, where he graduated Cum Laude. Mr. Kāne is also a graduate of the Kamehameha Schools. Mr. Clyde Namuo, Administrator, Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Since 2001, Clyde Namuo has been administrator of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Prior to that he served in the Hawaii Circuit Courts as Court Administrator of the Legal Documents Branch of the First Circuit Court, Chief Court Administrator, and Deputy Administrative Director of the Courts. As the administrator of OHA, Clyde has provided unprecedented service and support to Hawaiians through advocacy, and the provision of resources to empower the community. Through his leadership in carrying forth the vision of the Trustees of the OHA, the portfolio of land owned by the OHA, on behalf of the Hawaiian community went from 1.1 acre in June 2006 to 27,732 acres as of July 2006, securing an economic base for an eventual Hawaiian Nation. The grants program has increased significantly, with nearly $8 million going to community projects that support the goals of OHA’s Strategic Plan.
Dr. Greg Chun, Kamehameha Schools
President of Bishop Holdings Corporation and Subsidiaries (parent company is Kamehameha Schools), Dr. Gregory C. Chun brings to his servant-leader position, an array of training and experiences.
Following his graduation from Kamehameha Schools, Dr. Chun received a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. He has worked in administrative capacities with diverse local companies including Parker Ranch, Inc.; Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc.; ‘Iulu Consulting; and Straub Clinic and Hospital. His community service is equally compelling, including work with Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce; Hāmākua Health Center; Neighborhood Place of Kona; Kalihi-Palama Health Center; Hawai‘i Island Economic Development Board; UH-Hilo Chancellor’s Advisory Committee; Hawai‘i Community Foundation West Hawai‘i Fund; Kona Hospital Foundation; and Hawai‘i Leeward Planning Conference. Dr. Chun will share exciting news about restoration work at ancient sites in his talk entitled, “Ancient Ways, New Discoveries: Kamehameha Schools Huaka‘i in Keauhou and Kahalu‘u” PANEL MEMBERS, ‘AHA MOKU EMPOWERMENT: KAUA‘I LEADERS
KIOLE SHARON POMROY is a life-long mahi‘ai and lawai‘a who lives and farms a 6-acre kihapai (farm) in Anahola, on the Moku of Ko‘olau. She raises 40-plus mango trees with 19 different varieties as well as endemic and indigenous native Hawaiian species restored from the native forests of the Ko‘olau Moku. By 1985, the Native Hawaiian forests in the Ko‘olau Moku were severely decimated. Sharon has restored the ‘A‘ali‘i, Ala He‘e, Lo‘ulu, several varieties of Kupukupu, koa and over 100 ‘ōhia trees on the farm. Besides fostering and promoting the ‘Aha Moku System for Kaua‘i, Sharon is the President of the Anahola Hawaiian Land Farms Association
THOMAS HASHIMOTO, ‘Aha Moku Representative – Halele‘a Moku
Uncle Tommy is one of the most respected lawai‘a in Hanalei and Ha‘ena. A life-long fisherman and farmer, he epitomizes the complete ahupua‘a practice of fishing and farming. KALEHUA HAM YOUNG, ‘Aha Moku Representative – Kilauea, Halele‘a Moku
A life-long mahi‘ai who resides in Kilauea, Kaua‘i, Aunty Kalehua is a well-respected kupuna who mentors keiki at the Waipa Foundation in Hanalei. She is known for her expertise in kalo and knowledge of the fishing practices on the Ha‘ena and Hanalei coastline. BILLY KAOHELAULII, ‘Aha Moku Representative – Poipū, Kona Moku Billy Kaohelaulii and his family are traditional lawai‘a who practice traditional fishing in Poipū and Koloa, Kaua‘i. He lives in his family land amidst condominiums and urban development in Poipū. He continues to care for and protect an ancient heiau on his land as well as teaching the surrounding communities the importance of the Native Hawaiian culture. KALEO HOOKANO, ‘Aha Moku Representative – Kekaha, Waimea Moku Kaleo Hookano comes from a traditional family of fishermen and lawai‘a practitioners. He is the one most often called when there is trouble at sea off of the Waimea coastline. His knowledge comes from a long line of generational practitioners who are also versed in the Waimea moku ecosystem. CHERYL LOVELL-OBATAKE, ‘Aha Moku Representative – Līhue, Puna Moku
An accomplished Hawaiian environmentalist, Cheryl has long been an advocate of watershed protection on Kaua‘i. Her unfailing advocacy for protection of Kaua‘i’s streams and fresh water is well-known and respected on Kaua‘i. She is a multiple term member of the Kaua‘i Burial Council and has also served as the Chair of the KIBC. CONVENTION SCHEDULE (In Order of Presentation) KA LEI MAILE ALI`I - THE QUEEN'S WOMEN A one-act play concerning the Kū‘ē Petition Sunday, October 19, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Kaua‘i Hilton Ka Lei Maile Ali‘i - The Queen's Women was first performed at a celebration of Queen Lili‘uokalani’s birthday in 2001 at the Kana‘ina Building, on the grounds of ‘Iolani Palace. Taken from the story that appeared in the San Francisco Call in 1897, the one-act play is a re-enactment of a now famous meeting in Hilo between Hui Aloha ‘Āina o Nā Wāhine (Women’s Hawaiian Patriotic League) and the maka‘āinana. The subject of that gathering was the Kū‘ē Petition, also known as the Monster Petition, signed by nearly every kanaka maoli living at that time. Free. Open to the Public.
BROTHER BERTRAM HISTORICAL PHOTO EXHIBIT Wednesday-Saturday Throughout the week, enjoy this educational photo exhibit. The historical photo collection of Brother Bertram, S.M., 1883-1905, is a retrospective photo exhibit of the Hawaiian Kingdom on the threshold of annexation. Half of these photos have never been publicly displayed. Brother Bertram was the first president of St Louis College and a renowned photographer whose glass plate negatives made his accomplishments that much more amazing. His extensive collection of photos depicts early Hawai‘i and families as well as documentation of the Chinatown fire.
A grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is sponsoring this traveling exhibit throughout the state of Hawai‘i. Retired English professor, Dr. Albert Lum (the first Hawaiian PH.D faculty member at Chaminade) is curator on the tour. INTERPRETATIVE TOUR OF THE SACRED SITES OF WAILUA Monday, October 20, 2008, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Meet in the Hilton lobby at 8:15 a.m. Come feel the earth and spirits of Kaua‘i on this tour that takes us to Hikina‘akala (the City of Refuge); Holoholokū (Royal birthstones); and Poli‘ahu heiau. Led by Randy Wichman, President of the Kaua‘i Historical Society, this tour promises to be an educational, fun one. You won’t want to miss it. Tour is from 8:30 to 11:30 with a bento lunch stop. Cost for the tour which includes transportation and refreshments is $25.
HEALTH SCREENING, ASSESSMENT & PREVENTION Monday, October 20, 9:30 a.m.to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Health Screening
Tuesday, October 21, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Health Education/Assessment/Prev/Lomi Wednesday, Oct 22, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., Health Screening/Lomi Thursday, Oct 23, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Health Education/Assessment/Prevention/Lomi Friday, October 24, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Health Education/Assessment/Prevention/Lomi Saturday, October 25, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Health Education/Assessment/Prevention/Lomi At this year’s AHCC Convention on the beautiful island of Kaua‘i, the Health Committee is honored to be partnering with Ho‘ola Lāhui Hawai‘i (HLH), the Papa Ola Lōkahi Diabetes Educator Program, and Hui Mauli Ōla. Ho‘ola Lāhui Hawai‘i’s (HLH) mission is to preserve and perpetuate the Hawaiian race by achieving community wellness through innovative and culturally appropriate health services and education programs. The organization serves the island of Kaua‘i and individuals from Ni‘ihau. Established as one of five federally funded Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems, Ho‘ola Lāhui Hawai‘i provides care to Hawaiians and their families with a primary focus on health promotion and prevention. HLH will be performing Health Screening for members on October 20th and October 22nd as well as display educational materials related to Health promotion and Disease Prevention. Papa Ola Lōkahi’s Pacific Diabetes Education Program (PDEP) with coordinators Megan Fong and Nia Aitaoto will provide education on diabetes. Back by popular demand, they will conduct the pedometer challenge for individuals and clubs who have the opportunity to win awesome prizes! Hui Mauli Ola, a group of Hawaiian healing practitioners with the goal of revitalizing traditional practices in Hawai‘i and throughout the South Pacific will be offering Hawaiian Lomilomi for members who need some stress relief and relaxation. We look forward to your participation at this year’s convention health activities! HISTORIC SITES TOUR KAUA‘I WEST SIDE Tuesday, October 21, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Meet in the Hilton lobby at 7:30 a.m. Huaka‘i to the remarkable salt pond in Hanapēpē and learn its history and watch the harvesting of pa‘akai (weather permitting); continue on a scenic drive to Kōke‘e state park where a bento lunch will be served at Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow; visit the Kōke‘e natural history museum to view their outstanding exhibits of Kaua‘i’s ecology, geology, and climatology; then view the Waimea Canyon, the grand canyon of the Pacific. Tour is approximately 6 hours; wear walking shoes, sun screen and hat. Air-conditioned motor coach. Cost includes transportation and lunch $45. Limited to first 58 reservations.
KALO: MO‘OLELO O NĀ KUPUNA A Huaka‘i to the Waipā Lo‘i Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 8:00 a.m. till 1:30 p.m. Meet in the Hilton lobby at 7:30 a.m. Kūpuna journey from Lihu‘e to Hanalei to the lo‘i of the Waipā taro farms. Here they relive memories of the importance of “Kalo” to their lives. They share ‘ōlelo no‘eau, taro, make poi, and celebrate its life through mele and lifelong experiences. Led by Peter Lonoaea, and supported by Aunty Lurline Lee, members of the AHCC Kūpuna Advisory Committee and the HCC of Wahiawa; Stacy Sproat-Beck, Director of the Waipā Foundation; and Samson Mahuiki, Lo‘i farmer, kūpuna reaffirm the cultural significance of the “kalo” to Kanaka Maoli and seek out solutions to its survival. This huaka‘i is open to all who consider themselves “kūpuna”. Limited to first 30 reservations. Due to the generosity of sponsor, Kamehameha Schools, fee for this huaka‘i is waived.
NĀ KUPA MAKA‘ĀINANA Citizens of the Land A Youth Citizen Forum Week-long - Initial Meeting: Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to noon The Kuini Pi‘olani Hawaiian Civic Club, in partnership with the AHCC and the Native Hawaiian Scholars program, presents a week-long program of mentoring Native Hawaiian Junior and Senior High School students enrolled in the Native Hawaiian Scholars program as well as junior and senior high school civic club members attending convention. The week-long program will offer experiences that expose and involve these youth in the AHCC convention, beginning with talk story with elders in the civic club community, to a huaka‘i, to participating in and documenting committee, plenary, and social activities. These youth will also be required to render an essay at the end of the convention.
MAUNA KEA COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT PLAN Tuesday, October 21, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Hilton Mauna Kea is one of the most culturally significant sites on all of the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaiians used the stars to navigate the seas and arrive in Hawaii. The astronomers use the stars to understand the universe. Ku‘iwalu in coordination with the Office of Mauna Kea Management (OMKM) is developing a comprehensive management plan to manage the uses and activities within the Mauna Kea Science Reserve to preserve and protect the cultural and natural resources on Mauna Kea. Stephanie Nagata, Acting Administrator of OMKM, and Dawn N.S. Chang, principal of Ku‘iwalu will provide a brief presentation on the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP), the cultural significance of Mauna Kea in particular to the native Hawaiian community, identification of some of the cultural and historic resources, and invite the audience to engage in discussions on culturally appropriate management recommendations to be included in the CMP.
LEI PŪPŪ O NI‘IHAU Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Hilton The sands wash in, among them the many shells of nature…which of these will be chosen to become that prized lei? This workshop conducted by Ilei Beniamina, third generation Ni‘ihau lei maker will leave you mesmerized by the passion of Aunty ‘Ilei and her family in maintaining their family tradition of making Ni‘ihau leis. Live the Lei Pūpū O Ni‘ihau through her eyes…Learn about the shells used in the Lei Pūpū, its origins, its types, its colors, its styles. A cultural experience like no other, this will be a down home talk story workshop where you can learn how to make a Ni‘ihau shell lei and/or earring. There will be a minimal cost for materials for those wishing to make their Ni‘ihau shell keepsake.
KALO: THE STAFF OF LIFE A Cultural Demonstration Tuesday, October 21, 2008, Hilton, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The life of Kanaka Maoli, the indigenous Hawai‘i people, is linked closely with kalo. Kalo is believed to have the greatest life force of all foods. According to the Kumulipo, the creation chant, kalo grew from the first-born son of Wākea (sky father) and Papa (earth mother), through Wākea's relationship with his and Papa's daughter, Ho‘ohokulani. Hāloa-naka, as the son was named, was stillborn and buried. Out of his body grew the kalo plant, also called Hāloa, which means everlasting breath. Kalo and poi (pounded kalo) are a means of survival for the Hawaiian people. By eating kalo as poi, one at a time as a ritual around the poi bowl (`umeke) at the center of the diners, the protocol of Hawai`i is maintained. This is a ceremony of life that brings people together and supports a relationship of `ohana (family) and of appreciation with the `aumakua (ancestors). Come listen to Penny and Clyde Anakalea, members of the Kaumuali‘i Hawaiian Civic Club, and the Kahalekomo Ohana as they share with you stories of their ancestors and their life as Taro Farmers and show you the many uses of taro in ancient and modern times.
PRINCE KŪHIŌ PARK TRADITIONAL HO‘OKUPU CEREMONY Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Meet in the Hilton lobby at 2:30 for bus transportation The Kaua‘i Council invites us to the Prince Kūhiō Park located in Lawa‘i, Kaua‘i to present ho‘okupu in honor of our founder. Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole, Delegate to Congress, founder of civic clubs, and tireless worker for native Hawaiian rights, was born along the Po‘ipu coast at Kukui‘ula in 1871. He was the last royal heir to the Hawaiian throne. The foundation of his royal home and fishpond are part of Kūhiō Park. The Ho‘ai Heiau is also located here. Round-trip bus transportation is provided at $7.
AHCC BOARD MEETING Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Association Board of Directors meet to discuss the business of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs. HAWAIIAN GAMES/CARD GAMES Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Hilton Join fellow civic club members as they play traditional Hawaiian games, and compete for prizes in the card games of kāmāu and cribbage. Cost is $6.00 for games and $8.00 each for kāmāu and cribbage. HEI (HAWAIIAN STRING FIGURES) Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Hilton Hei or Hawaiian string figure is practiced by a few and is in danger of being lost unless we perpetuate it. This workshop will expose participants to the hei of Kaua‘i and the accompanying chants and stories of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau. One figure is "Wailua Nui" and another is "Kalalea". Participants will learn at least one hei figure. Led by Kalani Akana, kumu, Hālau Hana Hei, this workshop promises to be educational and fun! ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Wednesday, Oct 22, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to noon Meet in the lobby at 7:30 a.m. Last year, the AHCC embarked on a program of capacity building and economic development for all clubs, to include a business plan competition. Continuing those efforts, this year, there will be a huaka‘i to Native Hawaiian owned businesses on Kaua‘i. Observe business approaches that perpetuate the Native Hawaiian culture. Cost for transportation and lunch is $25. WORKSHOP: MELE NI‘IHAU A ME KAUA‘I Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Hilton Hear from Kaua‘i composers of mele written about their ‘āina, their people, or an event.
LUA: ART OF THE HAWAIIAN WARRIOR Workshop Demonstration by ‘Ōlohe Ikaika Nakulu Arquette, PĀ KU‘I A HOLO KAUA‘I Wednesday, October 22, 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Hilton Oceanfront Warriors in ancient times; warriors of today. Come listen to ‘Ōlohe Ikaika Nakulu Arquette, head of the Pā Ku`i a Holo Kaua‘i, a Lua School on Kaua‘i. He shares stories of the history of Lua, what he and others are doing to perpetuate this once lost art, and the contribution of lua practitioners to society then and now. We will be treated to demonstrations by his students.
21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY: CULTURE AND EDUCATION Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Hilton Journey with representatives of ALU LIKE and the Kamehameha Schools as they present
cultural and educational programs using 21st century technology. Cultural Specialist Elsie Ryder and Ka‘oi Kaimikaua will be presenting an online Culturally Responsive Curriculum via Webquest. This project has been a collaboration between ALU LIKE, Inc. and the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) since 2004. The course is a 600 level class at UHM available free of charge to teachers in Hawaii. Information shared in this workshop will be beneficial to anyone interested in accessing culture through modern technology. E hele mai kākou!!!
Representatives of Kamehameha Schools, Kelly Dukelow and Christy Sato, will share information on their distance learning programs which include the ‘Ike Hawai‘i business learning program for high school programs and the A‘o Makua online instructional program for adults. Here's a link for you to check it out. http://ksdl.ksbe.edu/adult/program_info.html
EXHIBITION: THE GUSLANDER COLLECTION OF HAWAIIAN QUILTS AND GENEALOGY OF THE KAUA‘I CHIEFLY LINES Exhibit: Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon, Hilton Genealogy Lecture: Wednesday, Oct 22, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Randy Wichman, President of the Kaua‘i Historical Society, and Vice President of the Queen Deborah Kapule HCC, traces 900 years of genealogy of Kaua‘i’s Chiefs from Mo‘ikeha to Queen Kapi‘olani. Also, enjoy the beautiful exhibit of quilts, among them one dating over 200 years, another that belonged to Queen Lili‘uokalani. Learn of the evolution of quilts from tapa to modern day. Quilts on display from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Lecture on genealogy of the Kaua‘i Chiefs takes place at 10:00 a.m. till 11:30 a.m.
‘AHA MOKU TRADITIONAL SYSTEM Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Hilton Act 212 – the ‘Aha Moku Council Act is the result of extensive work done by the Native Hawaiian practitioners expert in resource protection and kūpuna of the 40 moku of Hawai‘i. This Act came about through a resolution passed in the 2006 AHCC Convention which was sent to the 2007 Legislative Session, translated into SB 1853 and signed into law by Governor Lingle in June 2007. The ‘Aha Kiole Advisory Committee, selected by the governor through nominations sent to her by the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, has been working diligently with communities statewide to create the ‘Aha Moku System. This workshop will describe this traditional system as designed by kūpuna with input from the public and how it will work on each island and moku. A panel will give a status report on the progress of Act 212.
NATIONHOOD DIALOGUES
Hawaiian Sovereignty: A Political Science Perspective Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Hilton At this presentation, Keanu Sai, who will be receiving his Ph.D. in Political Science in December from the University of Hawai`i at Manoa, discusses the term sovereignty and its use and practice since the nineteenth century through today. Keanu specializes in International Relations and Public Law, and his presentation on Hawai`i's sovereignty since the nineteenth century and its continuity today is the subject of his dissertation. The presentation is based on a law journal article he wrote that will be published in the Journal of Law and Social Challenges (San Francisco School of Law), vol. 10, Fall '08. With the ongoing legal and political attacks the native Hawaiian community has been experiencing, it is imperative that we, as a people, understand our legal and political history and the profound impact it has on us today and on our decisions for the future. Come see a powerful and empowering history of our kūpuna and the legacy they have left for us today.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Hilton This workshop will address various perspectives on owning and building a Native Hawaiian health system for our people. A panel of distinguished members of the health community will provide us with an update on the Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems; on data collection and Native American Epidemiology centers across the nation; the establishment of a Native Hawaiian Health Data Institute; an update on the Department of Health, State of Hawaii; and perspectives on addressing the health care of Native Hawaiians on the continent through a national Native Hawaiian Health Alliance. Panel members include: Na‘u Kamali‘i who will give an update on the Native Hawaiian Health Systems; Kaiwi Pang and Darlene Butts on the continent NH Health Alliance and continent indigenous data issues; Dr. Maile Taualii of the Urban Indian Health Institute in Seattle on Tribal Epidemiology Centers and the Native Hawaiian Health Data Institute; and Kimo Alameda from the Department of Health.
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Hilton Nā kōmike Pilina Kaiāulu (Community Relations); Kōmike Ho‘onoho Hālāwai (Conventions & Meetings); Kōmike Mo‘ohelu Kālā (Finance); Kōmike Pilina Aupuni (Government Relations); Kōmike ‘Enehana (Information Technology); and Kōmike Ho‘okele (Policy & Planning) meetings are held.
Guest speaker in the Kōmike Ho‘onoho Hālāwai (Conventions & Meetings) is Michael K. Naho‘opi‘i, Executive Director, Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission, who will provide a brief update on Kaho‘olawe and the planned 2009 Convention field trip to Kaho‘olawe.
BREAKFAST WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS Thursday, October 23, 2008, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Dine with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands as they share with us a presentation on their programs and initiatives.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETINGS Thursday, 2:00-4:30 p.m., Hilton Nā kōmike Ho‘oilina Ali‘i (Benefits & Trusts); kōmike Po‘aiapuni Waiwai (Economic Development); kōmike Ho‘ona‘auao (Education); kōmike Pono Maka‘āinana (Employment & Housing); kōmike Malama Ola (Health); kōmike Nohona Hawai‘i (A Hawaiian Way of Life); and kōmike Ho‘okūpa‘a (Native Rights) hold meetings.
KŌMIKE PONO MAKA‘ĀINANA EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, October 23, 2008, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Kōmike Pono Maka‘āinana is pleased to present two guest speakers this year.
Investment Scams, Frauds & Con Artists - Learn How to Protect Yourself & Your Money is a presentation by the State of Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Office of the Securities Commissioner Investor Education Program
Local people lose millions of dollars every year to investment fraud. Con artists scam the rich and the poor; the sophisticated and the unsophisticated; the timid and the greedy. Con artists take money from anyone they can; young couples just starting out, educated professionals with high paying jobs, our kūpuna, our ohana. Con artists have a scam for every situation. Unlicensed investment advisers with “hot deals”, pyramid schemes, internet emails promising unrealistic returns from foreign dignitaries or fake inheritances are just some examples of ways people get scammed.
Concerned with assuring that the Native Hawaiian community are informed about these scams and where to get help, the DCCA Office of the Securities Commissioner is doing a short presentation at the Employment and Housing Committee meeting. Look also for their exhibit in the lobby.
Ho‘olako Pono Loan Program: Guest speaker Karl (Vito) Baker is known to most of us as kumu hula for Hālau I Ka Wekiu. Karl is also the Residential Loan Sales Manager at American Savings Bank and today will be talking with us about the Ho‘olako Pono Loan Program, a residential loan program designed specifically for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
KŌMIKE MALAMA OLA (HEALTH COMMITTEE) HANAI I KA LA‘AKEA – FOSTER THE SACRED LIGHT Thursday, October 23, 2008, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Kōmike Malama Ola features the Pacific Diabetes Education Program and the Kōkua ‘Ohana Program.
Ms. Megan Fong will give us a brief update on the Pacific Diabetes Education Program. Kōkua ‘Ohana, a program of Partners in Development, will inform us of strategies to support foster families and the keiki that need them. On average, over 50% of the 1,785 children in Hawaii's foster care system are Native Hawaiian keiki. Kōkua `Ohana strives for cultural harmony within Hawaii's child welfare system by uniting churches, community organizations and families to care for and nurture Hawaii's keiki. Every keiki has the right to a safe and nurturing ‘ohana. This session will provide relevant ways individuals and organizations can help to promote foster care and help to reach families that have the gift of ‘ohana to share!
KŌMIKE HO‘OKŪPA‘A (NATIVE RIGHTS) Thursday, October 23, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Kōmike Ho‘okūpa‘a will be hearing resolutions concerning the Maunakea Compre-hensive Plan, the ‘Iolani Palace, and the ‘Aha Moku Traditional System. Guest speakers will serve as resource advisors.
MAUNAKEA COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Following a workshop on the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan held earlier in the week, Dawn Chang provides a short briefing on the plan. Delegates will act on two resolutions introduced concerning support for the Plan.
‘IOLANI PALACE
‘Iolani Palace was the official residence of the monarchy during the reigns of Kamehameha III, IV, and V, Lunalilo, King Kalākaua, and Queen Lili‘uokalani, including the Queen’s sisters, Princess Po‘omaikelani, Princess Kinoike Kekaulike and her children, Prince David Kawānanakoa, Prince Edward Keli‘iahonui, and Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole. Kippen de Alba Chu, Executive Director, gives us insight into the history of ‘Iolani Palace and an understanding of the issues and challenges faced by the Palace today.
‘AHA MOKU TRADITIONAL SYSTEM: MANO O KALANIPO
The ‘Aha Kiole Advisory Committee, created through Act 212 in 2007 by the Hawaii State Legislature is tasked with restoring the ‘Aha Moku System throughout the State of Hawaii. A traditional land and ocean resource management system, the foundation of this system comes from time-honored native Hawaiian resource practices of the 9th Century A.D. A proven method of resource sustainability, the ‘Aha Moku System will integrate generational knowledge and methodology into current land and ocean management regulatory polices today. Speaking briefly on the progress of the ‘Aha Moku System are Kaua‘i Kiole, Sharon Pomroy; Ni‘ihau Kiole, Ilei Beniamina; and O‘ahu Kiole, Charles Kapua.
PIHA HAU‘OLI (FILLED WITH HAPPINESS) Thursday, October 23, 2008, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A fun-filled event, Piha Hau‘oli brings together AHCC District Councils in friendly competition, featuring an entertaining program of music and dance by members of each council. They vie for prizes for best entertaining group and celebrate the achievements of entertainment legends Genoa Keawe, Don Ho, and Sol Bright. Look too for the celebrity panel who will judge the winners. A health-sponsored event by the Pacific Diabetes Education Program.
PANEL: NATIVE HAWAIIAN LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS Friday, October 24, 2008, Plenary Session The Native Hawaiian Legislative Caucus, consisting of 15 members of both Democratic and Republican parties, provides a venue for the community to have meaningful discussions with legislators at an early stage of legislation affecting Native Hawaiians and to help bring such legislative initiatives to the forefront of various committees for action. Recently, the Caucus held community meetings for the purpose of hearing from the community their concerns. Chair, Representative Mele Carroll and legislators from Kaua‘i, Representatives Hermina Morita, Roland Sagum, and James Kunane Tokioka share with us the results of these community meetings.
NATIONHOOD: THE PEOPLE’S PLAN Kōmike Ho‘oilina Ali‘i (Benefits and Trusts Committee) Friday, October 24, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Hilton At its second quarterly meeting and retreat, the AHCC Board and Committee Chairs moved to initiate the convening of an ‘aha for the purpose of building the Hawaiian Nation A people’s approach, the Association hopes to have delegates selected by every ‘ahupua‘a to attend the ‘aha (aka, Native Hawaiian Nation Building Convention). Threats to Native Hawaiian self-determination, culture, and benefits make it imperative that we act to enable the establishment of a Native Hawaiian governing entity. . This planned meeting will explore and develop the People’s Nationhood Building Plan.
‘AHA MELE Friday, October 24, 2008, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Hilton The Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs continues its tradition of the ’Aha Mele competition. Promoting a capella singing, a blending of soprano, alto, tenor, and bass parts, the competition song this year is “Pua Onaona”. The competition also honors respected choral group directors, Martha Poepoe Hohu, Dorothy Kahananui Gillette, Leila Hohu Kiaha, and Haunani Bernardino.
PANEL: ‘AHA MOKU EMPOWERMENT: KAUA‘I Saturday, October 25, Plenary Session Moderator: Sharon Pomroy, ‘Aha Kiole, Kaua‘i Elders of the Native Hawaiian Community share with us the issues and challenges facing the Kaua‘i community as they strive to uphold Native Hawaiian values and culture. The Aha Kiole Advisory Committee, created through Act 212, the ‘Aha Moku System Bill was signed into law in June 2007 by Governor Lingle. Comprised of eight island representatives, Sharon Pomroy of Anahola was appointed by Governor Lingle to be the Kiole of Kaua‘i and oversees the creation of the ‘Aha Moku System for the six moku of Kaua‘i – Halele‘a, Kona, Ko‘olau, Puna, Waimea and Napali. Guest panel members include: Thomas Hashimoto, Kalehua Ham Young, Billy Kaohelaulii, Kaleo Ho‘okano, and Cheryl Lovell-Obatake; facilitator, Sharon Pomroy.
E HAU'OLI NĀ ‘ŌPIO O HAWAI'I NEI ‘Oli ē! ‘Oli ē! Panel Discussion, Saturday, October 25, Plenary Session Moderator: Sabra Kauka, Native Hawaiian Alaka‘i, Kaua‘i As we build the Hawaiian Nation, we do so for our youth. We acknowledge the critical role that they have in its formulation, implementation, and sustainability. Come, hear, three young Native Hawaiian residents of Kaua'i as they explore such questions as: What are your thoughts about a Hawaiian nation? How will having a Hawaiian nation enhance the welfare of native Hawaiians and the community at large? What motivates you to be part of the foundation that builds a Hawaiian nation? What kind of nation would you like to see? What kind of leadership would you like to see? How do you see the role and kuleana of people your age building the nation? Do you believe that Native Hawaiians must be unified around one form of self-government? What steps do you think are necessary for leaders in the sovereignty movement to unify Native Hawaiians? Is that even possible? Is it necessary? If given the choice, what steps would you take to unify Native Hawaiians in building the nation?
‘AHA ‘ĀINA Saturday, October 25, 2008, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Kaua‘i Veterans Hall Meet in the hotel lobby at 4:30 p.m. ‘Aha ’Āina this year will be held at the Kaua‘i Veterans Hall. Enjoy a wonderful dinner and polynesian entertainment. Installation of elected officers will also be held at this event. Cost $60 (includes polynesian show, banquet, and round-trip transportation)
‘ANAINA PULE Sunday, October 26, 7:30 a.m. Join us for Sunday prayer services as we thank our supreme being for a productive, enjoyable convention.
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