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Strengthening Pilina Within and Across Koʻolau Communities
Nearly 30 Koʻolau keiki to kūpuna recently gathered for an aloha ʻāina workday at the ʻOhana Fukumitsu Loʻi along the Hakipuʻu Stream,...


The Future of Rural Development Hubs Learning Exchange
Since 2022, Vibrant Hawaiʻi Chief Executive Officer, Janice Ikeda, has served on the Aspen Institute Rural Action Roundtable on Equity...


Together in Art and Resilience
Vibrant Hawaiʻi Youth Art Fellows came together for creative exploration, skill-building, and personal growth. This special event offered...


Social Service Navigators Bring MedQuest Enrollment to the Community
Vibrant Hawaiʻi’s Social Service Navigators have recently completed training and are now certified to assist community members with...


He Lei Poina ʻOle Ke Keiki
L-R: Dawn Mahi, Paul Normann, Janice Ikeda, Andrew Kahili At Vibrant Hawaiʻi, we firmly believe in the power of conversation to guide our...


Voices of Change: Forging Pathways to Energy Justice In Hawaiʻi
It was powerful to bring together key voices at Vibrant Hawaiʻi’s office for a focused discussion on energy and energy justice in...


Creative Minds, Inspiring Moments!
L-R: Zoi Nakamura, Dayva Escobar, Ioanna Gotschall, Sawyer Colton, Alya-Joy Kanehailua, Leigha Meredith, Cecelia Almony, Anela Ming-Yue...


Vibrant Hawaiʻi Expands Resilience Hub Network
Vibrant Hawai‘i is proud to announce 20 Resilience Hub partners from every district of Hawai‘i Island. This expansion emphasizes...


Arts for EveryBody Capstone Convening
Photo taken by Kim Leeson Last year, we partnered with Arts for EveryBody to launch our first cohort of Art Fellows, bringing together...


Hoʻomaikaʻi Ashley Kierkiewicz
L-R: Makana Waikiki, Charlene Iboshi, Diane Chadwick, Ashley Kierkiewicz, Janice Ikeda, Farrah Marie Gomes, Rachel Solemsaas, and ...

ʻIliahikū: Work Based Learning Initiative
Ka ʻIliahi Kū Hoʻoilina o Keawe (The Lasting Fragrance of Keawe) poetically honors Keaweaheulu, a trusted advisor and strategist to the...


February
Our series of ʻōpio spotlights highlight some of Hawaiʻi Island's strengths and serves to redefine success, proving that the best and...


Empowering Communities: Successful Chainsaw Safety Training in Kīholo
Photo captured by Hui Aloha Kīholo We’re excited to share that our recent chainsaw safety training in Kīholo, Hawaiʻi, on December 12,...


Launching the Koʻolau Resilience Hub Network: A New Era of Community Strength in Hawaiʻi
On December 10th, we launched the Koʻolau Resilience Hub Network on ʻOahu. With the Koʻolau Resilience Hub Network Symposium, we're...


Celebrating 5 Years of Collective Impact
On December 11th, we came together with those who have been integral to the journey of Vibrant Hawaiʻi over the years. As we celebrated...


January
Pōmaikaʻi Bautista, 24, was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. She graduated from Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi in 2019. She is currently attend


Ready to Respond and Ready to Protect!
In partnership with Arbor Global , and Resilience Alliance member, Backyard Monkey , four members of the Volcano Emergency Response Team...


October
Our series of ʻōpio spotlights highlight some of Hawaiʻi Island's strengths and serves to redefine success, proving that the best and...


Gen Z Graduates: Fired Months After Being Hired
At the end of September, an article caught our attention about Gen Z graduates being fired just months after being hired . Why is this...


How Do You Prioritize Mental Health?
Caring and prioritizing mental health is a personal journey for all of us. Each person has their own unique ways of ensuring that they...


Have You Started Your College Applications Yet?
As we dive into the heart of college application season, it's the perfect time to ensure you're well-prepared for the exciting journey...


CNHA Native Hawaiian Convention
From September 17-19, 2024, our team had the opportunity to attend the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement Convention at the Hilton...


Waipiʻo Valley Health Fair
Social Service Navigators, Brittney Martinez and Kaʻuilani Lagaret, participated in the Waipiʻo Valley Health Fair, hosted by Chauncey...


DLNR Community Listening Sessions
On October 12, 2024, Vibrant Hawaiʻi partnered with the Department of Land & Natural Resources (DLNR) to facilitate community listening...
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