Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
To Engage Students In Math, Educators Try Connecting It To Their Culture
‘Ethnomathematics’ proponents argue that math instruction is overly abstract and disconnected from student experience.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaii Governor Will Take ‘Unilateral Action’ To Restore Historic Wetland In Lahaina
With legislative efforts dead this session, Native Hawaiian leaders remain encouraged by what they’re hearing from elected officials and seeing on the ground.
Prince Kuhio’s ‘Remarkable Impact’ — How His Legacy Shaped Hawaii Today
As we celebrate Kuhio Day, learn how the prince and congressman captivated the attention of people worldwide and left an outsized impact on Hawaii.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Executive Director Named For Mauna Kea Oversight Authority
John De Fries is a former president and chief executive officer of the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
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Jonathan Okamura: Remembering Kekuni Blaisdell For His Aloha To Others
Blaisdell staunchly advocated for the health needs of Native Hawaiians and was an early and strong supporter of their independence.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaiian Homelands Chair Embarks On ‘Aggressive’ Agenda At Legislature
Kali Watson is asking lawmakers for more time to spend $600 million for Native Hawaiian homesteads as well as more influence.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022
OHA Challenges Constitutionality Of New Mauna Kea Oversight Authority
A lawsuit is the latest salvo in a yearslong legal battle over future of the Big Island mountain.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Denby Fawcett: OHA Backs Off On Its Push To Develop Kakaako Makai, At Least For Now
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs says it lacks the support in the Legislature to lift a ban on development and appears to be repositioning itself.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2019
Denby Fawcett: Voices From The Private Island Of Niihau Are Brought Back To Life In New Book
The rich lives and traditions of the “Forbidden Isle” were captured in the Hawaiian language newspapers that flourished for more than a century.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Mayors Discuss Housing Crisis At Native Hawaiian Convention
Mayor Richard Bissen says Maui is exploring options to convert short-term vacation rentals for tourists into long-term housing options for displaced locals.