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Marriage equality advocates form coalition to change Hawaiʻi State Constitution
The “Change 23 Coalition” steering committee includes the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation, Hawaiʻi Health and Harm Reduction Center, Papa Ola Lōkahi, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, and the ACLU of Hawaiʻi.
Maui Ola benefit concert raises nearly $1 million for Maui wildfire recovery
The “Maui Ola: A Benefit Concert for Maui,” donation channels, including Maui United Way, Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, Hawaiʻi People’s Fund, and the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, collected nearly $1 million in donations to aid Maui’s recovery.
Best ways for Big island residents to help Maui fire recovery efforts now and longterm
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth has issued guidance about how Hawaiʻi Island residents can best help Maui now with its ongoing recovery efforts from the devastating fires.
Native Hawaiians discuss housing challenges with U.S. HUD Secretary
Native Hawaiians shared their stories about securing suitable housing and offered valuable perspectives to government officials about how to better address these pressing issues for current and future generations of Native Hawaiians.
Las Vegas to host Native Hawaiian, Hawai‘i-made pop-up market
The Pop-Up Mākeke will be located at the Westgate Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, the site of the convention. It is free to the public.
Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement appoints Paige Onishi as COO
Onishi will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure all departments within the Council are working to accomplish the organization’s goals.
Native Hawaiians stand in solidarity with drag queens
Māhū Magic will be held on June 20 at the Westgate Resort in Las Vegas.
Inaugural Western Regional Native Hawaiian Convention to be held in Las Vegas
The inaugural Western Regional Native Hawaiian Convention will be held at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino and will feature discussions on cultural perpetuation, housing and tourism.
Native Hawaiian Advancement Council Offering Workshop Scholarships
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement – CNHA – is inviting students and teachers to register for ‘Aha ‘Ōpio: Ulu Koa, an education workshop designed to engage and inspire future leaders in civic engagement.
Registration Now Open For 21st Annual Native Hawaiian Convention
Registration is now open for the the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s 21st annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
Emergency Assistance for Native Hawaiians Now Available Via Grant
This program will address unexpected crises that impact Native Hawaiians such as loss of income, loss of employment by layoff and debilitating illness or injury.
CNHA to Administer $1.66 Million to Fight Poverty
The grant will also provide financial literacy counseling, case management services and referrals to other service providers.
OHA Receives Native Hawaiian Housing Award
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) was awarded the 2018 Native Hawaiian Housing Award at the 17th annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
Hawai‘i Groups Comment on Aloha Poke Controversy
CNHA and the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) joined together in criticizing Aloha Poke Co.
CNHA to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement Board of Directors and Policy Center are preparing for a substantive forum with candidates running for governor.
