Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 27, Number 6, 1 June 2010 — First Nations' Futures accepting applications [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

First Nations' Futures accepting applications

The First Nations' Futures Program 2010-2011 deadline for applications is Friday, June 18, 2010. The program is an intemational allianee between Kamehameha Schools, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu of Aotearoa (New Zealand), Stanford University and the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, whieh built the fellowship to enrich their respective cultures, communities and 'āina. During the 12-week program spread over the course of a year, fellows travel to California, New Zealand and Hawai'i to undertake plaee- and project-based learning. This program merges western and native experiences to give participants a broad view of shared issues and potential solutions. As a cultural, community and aeademic exchange, it is designed to foster emerging leaders who are motivated to apply cultural values

in the management of lands and resources. The First Nations' Futures Program is seeking emerging leaders in the early to middle stages of their careers. Candidates should have proven leadership skills, and have work-related or volunteer experience within the Native Hawaiian community. Participants

are selected based on their past service and future potential. The cost to participate is covered by the First Nations' Futures Program. Kamehameha Schools is offering five fellowships in 2010-2011. For program information, including eligibility requirements and yearlong scheduling, visit fnfp.org or eall 808-541-5346.

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Hawai'i fellows in New Zealand, 2009. - Photo: KWOArchive