Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 35, Number 2, 1 February 2018 — Kalaupapa featured in Kapolei exhibit [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Kalaupapa featured in Kapolei exhibit

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A multimedia exhibit about often forgotten chapters of the history of Kalaupapa will be on display at the UH-West O'ahu Library in Kapolei through March 10. The exhibit, "A Source of Light, Constant and Never-Fading," was created by Ka 'Ohana O Kalaupapa, a nonprofit organization dedicated to remembering eaeh of the estimated 8,000 people who were taken from their families and forcibly isolated at Kalaupapa because of government policies regarding leprosy. The exhibit, made up of 12 double-sided panels, emphasizes the strong relationship between the ali'i and the people of Kalaupapa along with other historical events often left out of traditional histories. Over the past several years, the 'Ohana has helped more than 700 family members learn about their Kalaupapa kūpuna. Descendants are also invited to attend a family discussion on March 10 from 10 a.m.-noon in the library to share memories of loved ones sent to Kalaupapa or how they learned about their ancestors who were sent there. The library is located at 91-1001 Farrington Highway. For more information, contact Kawena Komeiji, Hawai'i-Paeihe Resources Librarian, at 689-27 1 1 . - Submitted by Ka 'Ohana o Kalaupapa Explore 'lolani Palaee via mohile app A new app for iPhone and Android allows users to take a virtual tour of the 'Iolani Palaee grounds on their mohile devices. An interactive map gives users the ability to navigate to various landmarks, from the barracks to the throne room. Those who want to leam more about what they see ean hear stories about the palaee and take an audio tour led by Puunui Wong that describes the lives of the last reigning monarchs. "We're always seeking new ways to elevate the guest experienee at the Palaee since locals

and visitors are already drawn to the Palace's charm and appeal," Friends of 'Iolani Palaee Executive Director Kippen de Alba Chu said in a release. "By partnering with Guidekick, ine., a company that has also developed apps for notable historic museums around the world including Hearst Castle and The Frick Pittsburgh, we've freshened up the experience by introducing a technological tool while still giving them a glimpse back in time." The 'Iolani Palaee app is free for download from your device's app store. Sproat named director of Native Hawaiian Law Center Ka Huli Ao Center for Excellenee in Native Hawaiian Law has named D. Kapua'ala Sproat its new director. Sproat is an associate professor at tlie William S. Richardson School of Law, with expertise in Native Hawaiian law, indigenous rights, and natural resource management

and protection. UH's announeement of the appointment points out Sproat is also an authority on Hawai'i water rights and played majorroles in the law school's environmental law program, as well as Ka Huli Ao. She received an Excellenee in Teaching award from the UH Board of Regents in 2014. Sproat succeeds Ka Huli Ao founder Melody MacKenzie, who will be updating her l,400-page "Native Hawaiian Law: A Treatise," while working on other projects and teaching. Associate faculty specialist Susan K. Serrano will be associate director.

'E MAU' exhibit inspired by Lili'uokalani PA'I Foundation eommemorates the 125th anniversary of the illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom by opening an exhibit showcasing the perseverance of indigenous artists. E MAU celebrates traditional practices and mo'olelo that have continued to be shared in the face of imposing challenges. The exhibit is inspired by Lili'uokalani's "He Mele Lāhui Hawai'i," with a hui that proclaims "E mau ke ea o ka 'āina." The exhibit is the final installation for PA 'I Arts Gallery at Kālia at Ala Moana Center, whieh is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m daily. A Pā'ina Panina closing event will be held Feb. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. The gallery is located on the second floor of Ala Moana's mauka wing. Maui-based internship develops conservation leaders Applications are being accepted for Nā Hua Ho'ohuli i ka Pono, an internship program that aims to develop a new generation of conservation leaders on Maui. Four positions are available for college students interested in integrating conservation into their future careers. Host sites are Maui Invasive Species Committee, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project and The Nature Conservancy. Interested candidates should be available 40 hours a week from June 1 1 through Aug. 3, and are responsible for their own aeeommodations and housing. Interns will earn an $800 bi-weekly living allowanee and are eligible to earn an AmeriCorps Education Award that ean be applied toward higher education costs or student loans. Interns will also attend the Hawai'i Conservation Conference on O'ahu, with all expenses paid. The competitive application process includes a formal applieation, criminal history eheek and interview. The deadline to apply is Apiil 13. For more information, visit www.nhhphawaii.org or eontact Serena Kaldi at serena@nhhp hawaii.org or (808) 727-2184.

Mana Up supports companies with Hawai'i roots The island-based Mana Up initiative is supporting the expansion of 10 loeal businesses, including six owned by Native Hawaiians. Kamehameha Schools is the

title sponsor of the program designed to attract a global audience to products grown or sourced locally. The first cohort was picked from a field of 85 businesses that earn at least $100,000 in revenues annually. The 10 selected businesses are: Hawaiian Pie Company, Hawaiian Rainbow Bees, Hawaiian Vanilla Company, Kunoa Cattle Company, Mamalani, Manoa Chocolate, Manulele Distillers, Monkeypod Jam, The Tea Chest and Voyaging Foods. "We want to see Native Hawaiian businesses thrive and enter into larger markets here in Hawai'i and around the world. This accelerator is important for our state's economy and for Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs looking to start, grow and diversify their businesses. KS is excited to support Native Hawaiian businesses to operate at higher levels of revenue generation and give back to the lāhui," said Stacy Clayton, executive strategy consultant in the KS Strategy & Innovation Division in a release. ■

Mana Up wants loeal companies like Hawaiian Pie Co. to reach a global audience. ■ Photo: Courtesy

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