Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
‘Experience Kilohana’ Hula Show Could Restore Hawaiianess To Waikiki
But it will require cooperation and leadership between the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement and the Kapiolani Park Preservation Society.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
OHA Abandons Commitment To Self-Governance
Under its new strategic plan, the agency has defaulted on one of the primary reasons it was created in the first place.
Courtesy: Thirty Meter Telescope
Peter Apo: It Will Take Extraordinary Leadership To Resolve Our Differences Over Mauna Kea
TMT opposition leaders have made it clear that compromise is not possible.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Peter Apo: Native Hawaiians May Finally Get Millions Owed Since Statehood
The Legislature is considering three key bills aimed at bridging gaps in trust between the state and the Hawaiian community.
Courtesy: Keaulana family
Peter Apo: The Real Aquaman Has Always Been At Makaha Beach
At 88, the legendary Buffalo Keaulana is still celebrating the ocean and life as his 45th annual surfing classic looms on Oahu’s West Side.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Peter Apo: Let’s Hope For A Respectful Dialogue About Mauna Kea
Hawaiians are not unanimous in their opposition to the telescope and there is no religious authority to make decisions.
Courtesy: Miki鈥榓la Lidstone
Peter Apo: 鈥楾is The Season For Makahiki
The convergence of celebrations at this time of year springs forward with its overarching sense of goodness, human dignity, respect for all life and making the world a better place.
Tim Wright/Civil Beat/2021
Peter Apo: Money For Digital Equity For Indigenous Groups Is Just A Start
Billions of dollars for connectivity will help break down the digital divide, but Congress should resist creating new regulatory hurdles.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Peter Apo: A Different Model For Hawaii Tourism Based On Community
What if tourism benefited not just the tourists, but the people and places that hosted them?