Rainbow Connections – COURAGE AND COMPASSION
Trisha Nakamura
Hawai‘i Herald Columnist
During this celebration of Hanamatsuri, I take this opportunity to stop and reflect on how Buddhism has created inclusive spaces for our LGBTQ+ communities in Hawai‘i and beyond. Specifically former Bishop...
Cover Story – ALOHA HARVEST: WASTE LESS, FEED MORE
Renelaine Pfister
Special to The Hawai‘i Herald
The other day I had to throw away a bag of moldy bread after consuming only a few slices. It pains me to throw away food when I know...
Ryan’s Table – ALOHA TO AHUIMANU
Ryan Tatsumoto
Hawai‘i Herald Columnist
We recently attended an Independence Day celebration of a former co-worker and longtime friend, Ola. I first met Ola two lifetimes ago when I started working at Kaiser Permanente just before...
History – JANE SERIKAKU
HUOA’s First Woman President
Karleen Chinen
Special to The Hawai‘i Herald
On their cue, the nervous third graders from Wahiawā’s ‘Iliahi Elementary School scampered out onto the stage of the Albert T. and Wallace T. Teruya Pavilion...
Your Social Security – FINANCIAL SECURITY MONTH
Jane Burigsay
Courtesy: Social Security Administration
April is Financial Literacy Month. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan. Our online tools can help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they...
Your Social Security – COMMITMENT TO THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
Jane Burigsay
Courtesy: Social Security Administration
June is Pride Month. It’s a time to acknowledge the LGBTQ+ community and also celebrate diversity, love and respect. On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision...