Ka ʻIliahi Kū Hoʻoilina o Keawe (The Lasting Fragrance of Keawe) poetically honors Keaweaheulu, a trusted advisor and strategist to the young Kamehameha. Just as ʻiliahi (sandalwood) retains its fragrance long after it is gone, Keaweaheulu’s wisdom and counsel left an enduring impact, influencing Kamehameha’s rise and shaping future generations. This metaphor highlights the vital role of advisors in guiding emerging leaders and the far-reaching, generational influence of strategic guidance.
Just like Keaweaheulu, ʻIliahikū (Vibrant Hawaiʻi's network of work based learning Intermediaries) serve as strategists and advisors to emerging leaders and our future workforce: bridging gaps between education and employment by connecting students with hands-on experiences, employability skills, and opportunities to build meaningful connections within their chosen career pathways. The program prioritizes equitable access for students in rural and under-resourced districts, ensuring opportunities are available to all.
Mahalo to our team of place-based intermediaries: Nā Leo TV, ʻEwalu Industries, Mālaʻai, and the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum, as we come together to ensure that our future workforce is equipped with the skills and resources to be successful.
To schedule a workshop, or to participate in the monthly Roundtable, please reach out to the ʻIliahikū team member covering your district:
North Hilo, South Hilo, and Puna
Dana DeSoto
Hāmākua, North Kohala and South Kohala
Jeannette Soon-Ludes
Ka’ū
Jessica Seuh
North Kona and South Kona
Lina Mochizuki
To learn more about this program, visit our website vibranthawaii.org/education.
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