21st Annual Native Hawaiian Convention
Hulihia:
Transforming Hawaiʻi Nei
July 19-22, 2022
As we reflect on Hawai‘i’s history, we see moments that are ripe for hulihia, windows where deep transformation will occur. There is perhaps no better time than today, in the anticipated wake of COVID-19, to boldly transform Hawai’i.
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Our Mission
We uplift lāhui.
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) is a member-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to enhance the cultural, economic, political, and community development of Native Hawaiians.
We provide access to capital, financial education and individualized financial counseling services with a focus on low and moderate-income families. CNHA serves as a National Intermediary, providing grants and loans targeting underserved communities in Hawaiʻi.
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ʻAha ʻŌpio: Ulu Koa
Calling out to our young Aloha ʻĀina students!
Join us at the CNHA Annual Native Hawaiian Convention as we take you through a full day of understanding the framework of our culture. This is also an opportunity for teachers to participate and earn a stipend for your participation.
The ʻAha ʻŌpio occurs on the first day of convention, July 19 from 9:00am – 4:30pm (8:30am registration) and participants on this first day get full access to the entirety of the convention for free. Seats for students and teachers are limited
FAQs
Parking
Attendees will received reduced pricing for parking at the Sheraton Waikīkī Hotel with ticket validation at the registration table. Parking validation is valid for a maximum of 12 hours per day, one-time entry. Pricing is as follows:
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$10 self-parking daily
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$15 valet parking daily
Hotel Booking for Attendees
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