- In the MediaHere’s What the New Federal Economic Provisions Could Mean for COFA CitizensMarch 25, 2024
Hawai‘i Public Radio — Pacific Islander migrants from nations that have treaties with the United States are now eligible for assistance with food, housing and other federal benefits that they've been denied for decades.
Read More - In the Media20 for the Next 20: Billy Pieper, American Savings BankMarch 21, 2024
Hawai‘i Business Magazine — A “bridge builder” who’s active on multiple boards, this senior VP and director of strategic partnerships leads the bank’s affordable housing programs.
Read More - In the MediaHawaiʻi HS Class of ‘23 Overcomes Pandemic Obstacles in College PreparednessMarch 19, 2024
University of Hawai‘i News — Recent data shows that Hawaiʻi high school students reached the highest marks in recent years while also earning more college credit, multiple language proficiency and Career and Technical Education honors.
Read More - In the MediaJobs of the FutureMarch 15, 2024
Honolulu Magazine — Today’s work world has morphed into a kaleidoscope of careers rocked by global events, environmental concerns and reconsidered priorities. Against this unsettled backdrop, new jobs and paradigms are emerging in Hawai‘i.
Read More - In the MediaTommy Liftgate Donations to Enhance Community Policing EffortsMarch 14, 2024
Big Island Video News, KWXX News, West Hawai‘i Today — The non-profit Vibrant Hawaiʻi donated the two liftgates. One will be used in Hilo, and the other will be used in Kona.
Read More - In the MediaCongress Restores Federal Benefits to COFA Citizens, Aiding Migrants in HawaiʻiMarch 14, 2024
Hawai‘i Public Radio, Hawai‘i News Now — The U.S. has shared treaties with the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau, known as the COFA. Under this agreement, Micronesians can live, work and study in the U.S. in exchange for military access to their islands.
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