KOANI FOUNDATION PRESENTS FOURTH ANNUAL HAWAIIAN KINGDOM PATRIOT AWARDS AT LA HO`I HO`I EA
Jon Osorio& Kai`ōpua Fyfe Honored
Accepting for the late Kai`ōpua Fyfe is Sabra Kauka.
The Koani Foundation awarded its fourth annual Hawaiian Kingdom Patriot Awards honoring two Hawaiian Kingdom patriots on Sunday, July 31st at Thomas Square in Honolulu in observance of La Ho`iho`i Ea, Hawaiian Sovereignty Restoration Day.
Dr. Jon Kamakawiwo`ole Osorio and the late Kai`ōpua Fyfe are the 2016 honorees.
Dr. Jon Osorio, PhD of Honolulu is honored as a prolific and much respected author of scholarly commentaries on the history of the Hawaiian Kingdom as well as the continued and illegal US occupation of Hawai`i today.
He is also recognized as an accomplished musician and songwriter and professor of Hawaiian Studies at the University of Hawai`i at Mānoa.
The late Kai`ōpua Fyfe of Līhu`e, Kaua`i is honored posthumously for his many years serving as a Director of the Koani Foundation.
Kai`ōpua Fyfe also dedicated many years of his life advocating for a Free Hawai`i at the United Nations in New York City and also at the UNʻs Human Rights Council in Geneva Switzerland.
“The successes and diplomatic breakthroughs which are now occurring for the Hawaiian Kingdom are a direct result of the groundwork that Kai`ōpua quietly strived to accomplish over many years,” stated Koani Foundation Director Ku`ahi Wong.
“Both Jon Osorio and Kai`ōpua Fyfe are two more amazing and inspirational examples of what it means to live oneʻs life as a Hawaiian Kingdom patriot every day. Their tireless work for a Free Hawai`i inspires countless others to follow in their footsteps.”
Thursday, May 07, 2015
IN MEMORIAM - KOANI FOUNDATION DIRECTOR KAI`OPUA FYFE DIES
Kai`opua Fyfe served continuously until his death as a director of the Kaua`i based Koani Foundation since being appointed by Founder John ‘Butch” Kekahu III prior to Butchʻs own passing in late 2001. As a descendant of Hawaiian ancestors who signed the Ku`e petitions, he was a strong proponent of a Free Hawai`i and an end to the illegal occupation of Hawai`i by the US. On behalf of the Koani Foundation, Kai`opua focused on the international arena promoting awareness, and building support for resolution of a broad range of Hawai`i issues: in Bonn, Germany, at the 9th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity; in Geneva, Switzerland, before the Human Rights Council, the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the Human Rights Committee, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the Working Groups on Indigenous Populations and Expert Mechanism, the Human Rights Sub-Commission; and participated with the UN Institute for Training and Research on Conflict Prevention and Peace-Building. Kai`opua was active for many years at the annual UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York City, and partnered these opportunities with informational expeditions to Capitol Hill. In Brisbane, Australia, he served as the Human Rights Rapporteur for the UNPFII 2nd Pacific Consultation and, in Aotearoa, attended UN hearings on violations of Maori Foreshore and Seabed Rights. He participated in Aloha Marches in California and Massachusetts, and was also co-host of Voices Of Truth, One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future, the Koani Foundation’s award-winning weekly television show. Kai’opua was a Charter Member of the Native Hawaiian Education Council, having served on the Executive Board, and as Chair of the Kaua`i / Ni`ihau Island Council. In this capacity, he participated in World Indigenous Peoples Conferences on Education in Aotearoa-New Zealand; Calgary, Canada; and Hilo, Hawai`i; and at National Indian Education Association conferences in Indian Country. Kai’opua was also a past President of his extended `Ohana and former Chair of its Kona Heritage Committee, dedicated to the protection and perpetuation of cultural sites and traditional protocol. Both of his maternal great-grand mothers, and numerous other relatives of their era, signed the Ku`e Anti-annexation Petitions of 1897. His grandfather and mother served in the territorial legislature. In the Hawai’i State Legislature Kai`opua served as clerk of the Senate Hawaiian Affairs Committee. He was the elected Lihu`e, Kaua`i Delegate to the `Aha Hawai`i `Oiwi, the Native Hawaiian Convention. He was a student, trainer and facilitator of strategic planning and collaborative leadership for Native Hawaiian community-based development. He returned full time to Hawai`i in 1986 and lived in Lihu`e. He will be sorely missed.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
SHEʻS PERSUASIVE ABOUT THINGS INVASIVE ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Weeding The Ocean - A Visit With Michelle Kapana-Baird“
If you ever hated pulling weeds as a kid, it's too bad you never met Michelle Kapana-Baird. She's combined something kids hate with something they love with amazing results - invasive algae being removed from Maunalua Bay with students asking to help. Michelle explains how she does it and what's at stake for the bay, and us, if they fail - Watch It Here MONDAY, February 23rd At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, February 23rd At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, February 27th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, February 24thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, February 26th At 7:30 &SATURDAY, February 28th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, February 28th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
A NEED TO WEED ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Weeding The Ocean - A Visit With Michelle Kapana-Baird“
If you ever hated pulling weeds as a kid, it's too bad you never met Michelle Kapana-Baird. She's combined something kids hate with something they love with amazing results - invasive algae being removed from Maunalua Bay with students asking to help. Michelle explains how she does it and what's at stake for the bay, and us, if they fail - Watch It Here MONDAY, February 16th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, February 16th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, February 20th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, February 17thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, February 19th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, February 21st At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 FRIDAY, February 20th At 8:00 PM & SATURDAY, February 21st At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
A UNIQUE MYSTIQUE ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Shape Of Things To Come - A Visit With Iokepa Nae`ole“
While theyʻve been used over the centuries throughout Polynesia for fishing, travel and sports, canoes in Hawai`i have changed shape dramatically over time. Expert Hawaiian waterman Iokepa Nae`ole reveals why Hawai`iʻs canoes are unique and the reason theyʻre so popular today. Filmed on Maui, youʻll see some champion class canoes up close and youʻll discover why his Hawaiian Canoe Club has a waiting list to join - Watch It Here MONDAY, January 26th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, January 26th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, January 30th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, January 27thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, January 29th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, January 31st At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
HE HAS A CLUE ABOUT HAWAI`IʻS CANOES ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Shape Of Things To Come - A Visit With Iokepa Nae`ole“
While theyʻve been used over the centuries throughout Polynesia for fishing, travel and sports, canoes in Hawai`i have changed shape dramatically over time. Expert Hawaiian waterman Iokepa Nae`ole reveals why Hawai`iʻs canoes are unique and the reason theyʻre so popular today. Filmed on Maui, youʻll see some champion class canoes up close and youʻll discover why his Hawaiian Canoe Club has a waiting list to join - Watch It Here MONDAY, January 19th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, January 19th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, January 23rd At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, January 20thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, January 22nd At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, January 24th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, January 24th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
WAYS FROM THE OLD DAYS ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Telling Stories - A Visit With Calvin Hoe“
Storytelling has long been an important part of Hawai`is culture. Calvin Hoe, whose family started the Hakipu`u Learning Center in Kane`ohe, O`ahu, showcases his students and music at Mauiʻs Celebration of the Arts. In a very special segment, join the circle of students, hear the story and music of whales and rediscover that connection we all have to our earth and elders - Watch It Here MONDAY, December 29th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, December 29th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, January 2nd At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, December 30thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, January 1st At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, January 3rd At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52
Sneak Peek! -
"Enough For Everyone - A Visit With Glenn Martinez"
Once upon a time before western contact, Hawai`i grew all its own food. Yet today, 92% of all food is imported. Glenn Martinez of Olomana Gardens wants to help change that. Join us in our visit with Glenn and see for yourself the remarkable and sustainable food growing systems Olomana Gardens uses for everything from backyards to large scale farms. Youʻll see why this magical place really is the future of food -Watch It Here
FRIDAY, January 2nd At 8:00 PM & SATURDAY, January 3rd At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
HIS TELLING IS COMPELLING ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Telling Stories - A Visit With Calvin Hoe“
Storytelling has long been an important part of Hawai`is culture. Calvin Hoe, whose family started the Hakipu`u Learning Center in Kane`ohe, O`ahu, showcases his students & music at Mauiʻs Celebration of the Arts. In a very special segment, join the circle of students, hear the story & music of whales & rediscover that connection we all have to our earth & elders - Watch It Here MONDAY, December 22nd At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, December 22nd At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, December 26th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, December 23rdAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, December 25th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, December 27th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, December 27th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
CULTURAL WAYS THAT HAVE WON PLENTY OF PRAISE ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Teaching Our Cultural Arts - A Visit With Marie McDonald"
Throughout history, Hawaiian cultural arts have only been passed down orally to select students. And it's no different today at HOEA - the Hawaiian `Ohana For Education In The Arts. Marie McDonald, a master lei and tapa maker, shares with us the ancient process by which students are trained and tapa is made. Joined by her daughter in this rare and unique interview, they reveal how this centuries-old art has not only survived, but manages to thrive - Watch It Here MONDAY, October 27th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, October 27th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, October 31st At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, October 28thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, October 30th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, November 1st At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, November 1st At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue.
THEIR DRIVE IS TO KEEP IT ALIVE ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE"
"Teaching Our Cultural Arts - A Visit With Marie McDonald"
Throughout history, Hawaiian cultural arts have only been passed down orally to select students. And it's no different today at HOEA - the Hawaiian `Ohana For Education In The Arts. Marie McDonald, a master lei and tapa maker, shares with us the ancient process by which students are trained and tapa is made. Joined by her daughter in this rare and unique interview, they reveal how this centuries-old art has not only survived, but manages to thrive - Watch It Here MONDAY, October 20th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, October 20th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, October 24th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, October 21stAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, October 23rd At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, October 25th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, October 25th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue. For news and issues that affect you, watch Free Hawai`i TV, a part of the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network. Please share our Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network videos with friends and colleagues. That's how we grow. Mahalo.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
POWERS THAT ARE STILL OURS ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE”
"Healing The Nation - A Visit With Elithe Manuha`aipo Kahn"
What if there were two Hawai`i's instead of one? Not just one that led to the present day Hawai`i, but also an ancient and completely different society before that. What was it like? Elithe Manuha`aipo Kahn tells us the spellbinding story of that long ago ancient place, its powers to heal and how she uses them in healing our nation today - Watch It Here MONDAY, September 29th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, September 29th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, October 3rd At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, September 30thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, October 2nd At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, October 4th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52
Sneak Peek! -
"Hawai`ʻs Ancient Fishponds - A Visit With Hi`ilei Kawelo"
Ancient Hawaiian fishponds are a unique and advanced form of aquaculture found nowhere else in the world. Paepae o He`eia, built 800 years ago on the windward side of O`ahu, fed thousands of Hawaiians daily in old Hawai`i and today not only survives but thrives thanks to Hi`ilei Kawelo and her friends. Hi`ilei is the Executive Director of Paepae o He`eia and what she showed us on our tour not only amazed us but took us back in time like nothing else ever has. Donʻt miss our visit with Hi`ilei and see why Hawai`iʻs ancient culture is still considered one of the worldʻs most advanced even today -Watch It Here
FRIDAY, October 3rd At 8:00 PM & SATURDAY, October 4th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue. A donation today helps further our work. Every single penny counts. Donating is easy on our Voices Of Truth website via PayPal where you can watch Voices Of Truth anytime. For news and issues that affect you, watch Free Hawai`i TV, a part of the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network. Please share our Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network videos with friends and colleagues. That's how we grow. Mahalo.
Sunday, September 21, 2014
ANCIENT HEALING AGENTS ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE”
"Healing The Nation - A Visit With Elithe Manuha`aipo Kahn"
What if there were two Hawai`i's instead of one? Not just one that led to the present day Hawai`i, but also an ancient and completely different society before that. What was it like? Elithe Manuha`aipo Kahn tells us the spellbinding story of that long ago ancient place, its powers to heal and how she uses them in healing our nation today - Watch It Here MONDAY, September 22nd At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, September 22nd At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, September 26th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, September 23rdAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, September 25th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, September 27th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, September 27th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue. A donation today helps further our work. Every single penny counts. Donating is easy on our Voices Of Truth website via PayPal where you can watch Voices Of Truth anytime. For news and issues that affect you, watch Free Hawai`i TV, a part of the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network. Please share our Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network videos with friends and colleagues. That's how we grow. Mahalo.
Sunday, August 24, 2014
THIS BOOKSTAND WENT THROUGHOUT THE LAND ON “VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`IʻS FUTURE”
"By The Books - A Visit With `Ihi Wakinekona"
It all started as a favor. Living in Los Angeles at the time `Ihi Wakinekona & her late husband agreed to babysit a bookstand that sold Hawaiian books. That one small favor eventually led to them becoming the new owners &taking their traveling bookstand all over the US exposing countless others to books about Hawai`i. So what was life like for `Ihi in her journeys? Join us in Anahola, Kaua`i where sheʻs now retired & hear her amazing experiences that few ever are lucky enough to have - Watch It Here MONDAY, August 25th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53 MONDAY, August 25th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, August 29th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island –Na Leo, Channel 53 TUESDAY, August 26thAt 7:30 PM,THURSDAY, August 28th At 7:30 PM & SATURDAY, August 30th At 8:00 PM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52 SATURDAY, August 30th At 5:30 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53
Now you can become a fan of Voices Of Truth on Facebook by clicking Here and see behind the scenes photos of our shows and a whole lot 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. We hope you'll be inspired to do the same. Voices Of Truth now airs on local access stations in over 90 cities across the US and throughout the world. Check your local listings. If you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend to help us continue. A donation today helps further our work. Every single penny counts. Donating is easy on our Voices Of Truth website via PayPal where you can watch Voices Of Truth anytime. For news and issues that affect you, watch Free Hawai`i TV, a part of the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network. Please share our Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network videos with friends and colleagues. That's how we grow. Mahalo.
Monday, August 18, 2014
BECOME A FAN OF "VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`I'S FUTURE" ON FACEBOOK
