David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Why Diversity Matters In Health-Related Research
Because a therapy may be more effective on people of one racial group versus another.
Photos courtesy Kauaʻi Forest Bird Recovery Project
Beyond The Trees: The Importance Of Our Native Forests
We have a shared kuleana to protect and nurture the native forests that sustain Hawaiʻi.
Courtesy: Lindsey Kramer/USFWS/2016
Safeguard Papahānaumokuākea: The Future Of Our Oceans Depends On It
It’s a sanctuary and a global model of ocean protection grounded in Native Hawaiian leadership.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
What Happens In The Brain When People Grow Up Speaking Hawaiian And English?
Most research focuses on global languages like English, French or Chinese. Hawaiian voices have largely been left out.
Courtesy: Hawaii County
Licensed Engineers: The Modern Stewards Of Our Communities
The Big Island should reject proposed legislation weakening job requirements for the Public Works director.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Mainland Politics Have No Place In Hawaiian Education
Kamehameha Schools is defending not only its admissions policy but Native Hawaiian dignity and culture.
Courtesy Aida Fung
Why We Need Hawaiʻi Artists At Burning Man
When our creative voices are represented, both our art scene and Burning Man flourish.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Zero Emissions By 2045? Maybe With Geothermal Or Advanced Nuclear
But both face daunting regulatory and cultural obstacles for Hawaiʻi.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
How UH West Oʻahu Confronts Health Inequities Through Education
Hawaiian values guide students in seeing health not just as a biological phenomenon but as a social, cultural, and spiritual practice rooted in place.
Courtesy Christine Ho
Using Art To Uplift Kalihi, And Every Hawaiʻi Neighborhood
An appreciation of the Hawaii Walls exhibit at Farrington High School.