HAWAIIAN INDEPENDENCE AT THE UNITED NATIONS ON VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`I'S FUTURE
This last May for the fourth year, the Koani Foundation participated in the Permanent Forum On Indigenous Issues at the United Nations in New York City.
As a result, we were able to tape two Voices Of Truth segments at the UN so we could share with you, our viewers, exactly what transpires at this annual forum as well as how we bring the issues of Independence and the current foreign occupation of Hawai`i to the awareness of this world body.
This week we are delighted to debut part one.
In it, we reveal a blow-by-blow account of what transpired about a month before, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, in a Senate hearing room on the Akaka bill.
Naturally, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and others tried to have only one side of the story told - their side. But not all went exactly as planned.
So if you're curious to hear what went on in that room as well as what wasn't reported in the mainstream news, join us as we share our experiences and analysis with you this week from the United Nations on Voices Of Truth - One-On-One With Hawai`i's Future.
MONDAY, December 19th - On Na Leo Television, channel 54, on both sides of Hawai'i island at 7:00 PM
"Hawaiian Superman - A Visit With Dr. Kanalu Young, PhD."
Rarely do we come across an individual as remarkable as Kanalu Young, a quadriplegic and Professor of Hawaiian history at the University of Hawai`i on O`ahu.
If that isn't impressive enough, he's also Director of the Masters Program at Kamakakuokalani, the Center For Hawaiian Studies on campus.
Even though he's currently bed ridden at home under doctor's orders, Kanalu accomplishes more in one day than most. Setting up his bedroom as his office, the world now comes to Kanalu - literally.
He meets on almost a daily basis with dignitaries and educators from all over the world as well as conducting his work for the university - all from his bed.
Of course we went calling on Kanalu, in his office/bedroom, and found an amazing individual indeed who lets absolutely nothing stop him.
So if you're looking for a big dose of high inspiration and want to meet a world-class expert at showing us all how to become unstoppable as well as putting our own challenges in perspective, sit down with your entire family and meet Hawai`i's Superman.
WEDNESDAY, December 21st - On Akaku, Channel 53 at 6:30 PM
"Woman Of Accomplishment - A Visit With Jackie Kaho`okele Burke."
In another of our second season segments, Jackie reminds us of the saying, "If you want something done, just ask a busy person to do it."
As if being publisher of the `Oiwi Files wasn't enough, Jackie has somehow found time to launch a plan for Sovereignty Buses that will travel throughout Hawai`i as well as across the US to educate and spread the message of Kanaka Maoli self-determination.
On top of that, she plans to film a documentary on the project as the buses travel.
And did we mention that she also has not one but two masters degrees as part of her action plan?
We're sure you'll agree that Jackie's a superb role model for making things happen as she shares with us her exciting vision for the future of Hawai`i.
Don't miss our interview with this wahine whose boundless energy and ideas never seem to end!
THURSDAY, December 22nd - On Ho`ike, Channel 52 at 8:30 PM
"Woman Of Accomplishment - A Visit With Jackie Kaho`okele Burke."
In another of our second season segments, Jackie reminds us of the saying, "If you want something done, just ask a busy person to do it."
As if being publisher of the `Oiwi Files wasn't enough, Jackie has somehow found time to launch a plan for Sovereignty Buses that will travel throughout Hawai`i as well as across the US to educate and spread the message of Kanaka Maoli self-determination.
On top of that, she plans to film a documentary on the project as the buses travel.
And did we mention that she also has not one but two masters degrees as part of her action plan?
We're sure you'll agree that Jackie's a superb role model for making things happen as she shares with us her exciting vision for the future of Hawai`i.
Don't miss our interview with this wahine whose boundless energy and ideas never seem to end!
FRIDAY, December 23rd - On Na Leo Television, channel 54, on both sides of Hawai`i island at 5:30 PM.
"Hawaiian Superman - A Visit With Dr. Kanalu Young, PhD."
Rarely do we come across an individual as remarkable as Kanalu Young, a quadriplegic and Professor of Hawaiian history at the University of Hawai`i on O`ahu.
If that isn't impressive enough, he's also Director of the Masters Program at Kamakakuokalani, the Center For Hawaiian Studies on campus.
Even though he's currently bed ridden at home under doctor's orders, Kanalu accomplishes more in one day than most. Setting up his bedroom as his office, the world now comes to Kanalu - literally.
He meets on almost a daily basis with dignitaries and educators from all over the world as well as conducting his work for the university - all from his bed.
Of course we went calling on Kanalu, in his office/bedroom, and found an amazing individual indeed who lets absolutely nothing stop him.
So if you're looking for a big dose of high inspiration and want to meet a world-class expert at showing us all how to become unstoppable as well as putting our own challenges in perspective, sit down with your entire family and meet Hawai`i's Superman.
SATURDAY, December 24th - On 'Olelo this Saturday at 8 PM.
"Hawaiian Independence At The United Nations - Part One"
In this first part of a brand new two-part series, Koani Foundation Director Kai`opua Fyfe, during a break in proceedings at the UN, relates his experiences of what happened when he went to Capitol Hill in Washington, DC this last spring and attempted to testify against the Akaka bill.
With Senator John McCain chairing the Senate Hearings, what Kai`opua found was that only those supporting the bill were scheduled to speak despite his numerous attempts to be included.
Well, you probably won't be surprised to learn they didn't allow anyone a chance to speak against it.
But, while no negative testimony was allowed, Kai`opua did see and hear some very eye opening things that will definitely surprise you.
Be sure and catch this unique first person account of what it's like to be a part of a US Senate hearing, along with some of the most powerful people in the US in the same room attempting to stack the deck their way once more.
Voices of Truth interviews those creating a better future for Hawai`i to discover what made them go from armchair observers to active participants in the hopes of inspiring viewers to do the same.
Those not in Hawai`i wishing to view the series may do so by visiting www.olelo.org and then clicking "NAT-Channel 53." A screen should then display allowing you to see the show via live streaming.
Please refer to the `Olelo television programming notes above for segment times and titles.
All show times listed above are Hawai`i Standard Time (HST.)
Now - For our international viewers, both parts one and two of "The Truth About Federal Recognition - A Visit With David Ingham" are available for viewing worldwide, 24/7, on the Internet at www.villageaccess.com. Don't miss it!
Also available are "Travels To Foreign Lands," "Who Are The Real Hawaiians?," "From Fisherman To Activist" and "Perpetuating Makahiki -A Time Of Peace" among others. Visit the Village Access home page for immediate viewing.
