Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 9, Number 1, 1 January 1992 — Working for wildlife [ARTICLE]

Working for wildlife

Kunane and Ipo Nihipali dedicate mueh of their energy towards educating people about Hawaii's natural heritage. They are actively involved in a number of organizations addressing Native Hawaiian eoncerns. The eouple founded the 'Uhane Noa Foundation with the goaI of making Hawaiian youth more aware of their cultural roots and instilling within them a sense of self respect and respect for their environment. By spending time with Hawaii's children during hands-on learning projects the Nihipalis not only teach Hawaiian culture but Hawaiian eoncepts as well. Ipo Nihipali is well known for her attractive paintings depicting native flora and fauna. Her artwork is often reproduced into educational material including a recent poster for the Nitrogyn Fixing Tree Association in Waimanalo.