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Welina mai kākou, Throughout 2023, INPEACE, like so many other employers was faced with a staffingshortage, very few job applicants, and increased requests for services. Ourcommitted staff worked tirelessly to cover the tasks at hand and ensure that wenot only continued to provide services, but that we pivoted when needed in orderto adequately address needs. Consistently dedicated to the empowerment ofNative Hawaiian communities, we not only maintained, but added to our menu ofprograms, seeking new ways to reach beyond our walls and establish strategiesthat allowed our impacts to ripple out into the community and be of service toother partners working toward the same goals. Over the years we have witnessed the growth and success of tens of thousands ofkeiki and their ‘ohana, and we are privileged to now be working with the nextgeneration of family members, as past preschool participants are now comingback to programs as employees and as parents with their own keiki. This year weserved individuals and their families across four islands with a steady focus on ourthree primary impact areas: Early Learning & School Readiness; Educational Equity& Leadership; and Family Economic Capacity Building. A significant effort was made this past year to look forward and plan for the futureof our organization and the role it seeks to play in the lives of our participants andin the community. Honoring our staff’s experience, knowledge, and connections tocommunity, we engaged in a 15-month strategic planning process, led andfacilitated by staff, to develop a 3-year Strategic Plan for 2024 through 2026. TheBoard of Directors provided the space and support for the entire staff to gatherstaff perspectives and feedback, create the practical vision, identify the challenges,develop the strategic directions, establish goals and objectives, and proposetactical plans. With 100% staff participation and engagement in the process, theresulting strategies presented bold directions and speak to a strong commitmentand expectation toward excellence and quality. I never tire of expressing how proud and amazed I am at the passion anddedication of our staff members. As a leader, it has been my honor to serve andwatch the journey of our staff team, as they continue to step forward to own thekuleana for building a better future. As a community member, I continue to bereassured that those who we have mentored over the years are prepared andready to take on the challenges of tomorrow. They continue to demonstrate theresilience and capacity needed to empower, strengthen, and improve thecommunities that we call home. Tomorrow is the dawning of a new day, and we come prepared. Me ke aloha nui, Maile Keli‘ipio-AcobaChief Executive OfficerBoard of DirectorsL. Lokelani Wakinekona, Ed.D.PRESIDENTWalter F. Thoemmes IIIVICE PRESIDENTRochelle Piʻilani Hussey Kaʻaloa, Ph.D.SECRETARYWallace ChinTREASURERKathryn H. Au, Ph.D.Founding Board MemberAlice J. Kawakami, Ph.D.Founding Board MemberJulianne Chun, Esq.Jon Matsuoka, Ph.D.Kiana Frank, Ph.D.Konia Freitas, Ph. D.Derek KurisuRichard Naiwieha Wurdeman, Esq.Sherlyn Franklin Goo, M.Ed.EMERITUSMaile Keliʻipio-Acoba, MPAEX-OFFICIO MEMBER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERThe Institute for Native PacificEducation and Culture, morecommonly known as INPEACE, iscommitted to improving thequality of life for Native Hawaiiansthrough community partnershipsthat provide educationalopportunities and promote self-sufficiencya messagefrom theCEOOur Mission

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44.18%Federal Individual DonorsFoundations State City & County of HonoluluEarned IncomeEventsCorporate DonorsInterest & NetInvestment Return$4,188,606$1,939,370$1,149,007$786,198$78,820$64,264$63,721$16,174$5,4990.20%%23.39%13.86%0.95%0.77%0.78%0.07%9.48%$8,291,659Total FundsReceived12,309VolunteerHours$391,434Total Value ofVolunteer HoursFinancialsDue to the timeframe of this report, the numbers providedhave not yet been auditedFundersAloha United Way – ALICE Atherton Foundation Ceeds of PeaceCity & County of Honolulu The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation IncorporatedHawaii Community Foundation Promising Minds Data CultureCapacity and Story Grants Freeman Foundation Fund Institute of Museum & Library Services James & Abigail Campbell Foundation Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Inc. Kamehameha Schools McInerny Foundation Mikilua Farm CenterNational Science FoundationOffice of Hawaiin Affairs Partners in Development FoundationSamuel & Mary Castle Foundation State of Hawaii Department of EducationCorporate Supporters& Major DonorsKeiki Steps Staff Retreat atHapaialiʻi Heiau - Keauhou, Hawaiʻi Keiki Steps Staff Retreat atHapaialiʻi Heiau - Keauhou, Hawaiʻi 50.52%AmazonSmile FoundationAloha United WayBank of Hawaii Institutional ServicesBrazleton Touchpoint CenterChaminade UniversityDelores CurtisFoodland Give AlohaHawai’i Education AssociationThe Howard Hughes Corporation State of Hawaii Department of Education, University of Hawaii- Hawaii P-20 State of Hawaii Department of Health, Health Resources Administration Family Health Services Division Maternal and Child Health Branch State of Hawaii Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services Sue K. Hanson and Delores M. Curtis Scholarship Fund University of Hawai’i Family EngagementU.S. Department of Education, Native Hawaiian Education Program U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting ProgramU.S. Small Business Administration ‘Imiloa Astronomy CenterKamehameha SchoolsKarl Scholl Charitable Kathy AuKTA SuperstoresNational Philanthropic TrustPAʻI FoundationRichard Naiwieha WurdemanSherlyn GooTeach for AmericaThird Sector New England,Inc.

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2023 JubileeOn September 22, 2023, INPEACEhosted its Annual Jubilee fundraisingevent at the Ward Village IBMCourtyard to celebrate theorganization’s dedicated servicesworking with partners andcollaborators towards empoweringNative Hawaiian communities througheducation. Hence our theme “Ho‘omoeWai Kahi Ke Kāo‘o” (Let us traveltogether like water flowing in onedirection), encapsulates a profoundunderstanding of the interdependenceand the need for unity andcollaboration to ensure the well-beingof the communities we serve. Guests were entertained by KeʻoluMusic and ‘Ohana Krug while theyenjoyed local cuisine prepared by youthculinary programs. Guests were alsoable to shop in the Marketplace and bidon Silent Auction items.Howard HughesKamehameha SchoolsMoʻolelo SponsorsAtlas Insurance Agency Goo ‘Ohana Kaiser Permanente The Gentry Companies Manaʻo SponsorsAlice Kawakami Bank of Hawai‘i Mutual of America N&K CPAs Inc. Underwriting SponsorsKathryn Au Kona Brewing Company KTA Stores Meadow Gold Waiākea Water Wallace Chin ‘Ohana Kūpono Consulting Inc. Moʻaukala Sponsors-Hoʻomoe Wai Kahi Ke KāoʻoLet us travel together like water flowing in one direction2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 42023 Jubilee at IBM BuildingCourtyard - Honolulu, Oʻahu2023 Jubilee at IBM BuildingCourtyard - Honolulu, OʻahuHoʻilina Sponsors-This year we were honored to presentour first Kana‘ipono Award to WaiʻanaeIntermediate Principal Jon Wataoka fornot only being a collaborator, but alsofor his dedication to the youth on theWaiʻanae Coast for the past 23 years.Our Jubilee was made possible by oursponsors.

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123123EmployeesEmployees90% Native Hawaiian and/orother Ethnic MinorityService Awards10 YearsOur Staff80%80%59%59%of employees are from thecommunities they serveof employees wereparents/participants in anINPEACE program81% Native HawaiianRuthGabayloAcademicAchievementAlakaʻi AglipayMasters of Science in Athletic LeadershipClemson UniversityNicole SapigaoAssociates in Early Childhood Education Honolulu Community CollegeShyla OhiraBachelors in Early ChildhoodDevelopment & Human ServicesWayland Baptist UniversityTwila KawaiMasters in Mental Health and WellnessGrand Canyon UniversityShaina CaspinoBachelors of Social Sciences in SociologyUniversity of Hawaiʻi at West OʻahuGermaineTauati20 YearsAlakaʻiAglipay5 YearsAndreaCadaySylvia ChiapettaLaʻakeaYoshidaMaileKeliʻipio-AcobaEach year we take great pride in acknowledging the dedication and commitmentof our staff members who have reached significant milestones in their tenure withINPEACE. This year, we are honored the following staff who have devoted 5, 10, and20 years of service to our organization.INPEACE believes in supporting ourstaff to pursue higher education andrecognize academic achievementwhen a staff member earns a degree orcertification. INPEACE Staff Retreat -Panaʻewa, Hawaiʻi INPEACE Staff Retreat -Panaʻewa, Hawaiʻi KauinoheaPenekuHui-ling“Wendy” WangAshley WongBachelors in Social Work University of Hawaii at Mānoa

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2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 62023 Conferences AttendedINPEACE supports opportunities for staff to attendprofessional development conferences throughout the year.Many of our staff present the work of our organization atthese conferences and share their experiences with fellowattendees. Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement(CNHA) Native Hawaiian Convention -Kahului, MauiCouncil for Native Hawaiian Advancement(CNHA) Native Hawaiian Convention -Kahului, MauiVela Institute 2023 Symposium -Asheville, North CarolinaVela Institute 2023 Symposium -Asheville, North CarolinaCulturally ResponsiveEvaluation and Assessment(CREA) 7th Annual InternaionalConference on Evaluation andAssessment - Chicago, IllinoisCulturally ResponsiveEvaluation and Assessment(CREA) 7th Annual InternaionalConference on Evaluation andAssessment - Chicago, IllinoisNational Indian EducationAssociation (NIEA) Conference -Albuquerque, New MexicoNational Indian EducationAssociation (NIEA) Conference -Albuquerque, New MexicoParents as Teachers (PAT) InternationalConference - New Orleans, LouisianaParents as Teachers (PAT) InternationalConference - New Orleans, LouisianaAssociation of Science andTechnology Centers (ASTC)Conference - Charlotte, NorthCarolinaAssociation of Science andTechnology Centers (ASTC)Conference - Charlotte, NorthCarolinaAmerican EvaluationAssociation (AEA) EvaluationConference - Indianapolis,IndianaAmerican EvaluationAssociation (AEA) EvaluationConference - Indianapolis,IndianaNational Association for the Education ofYoung Children Annual Conference -Nashville, TennesseeNational Association for the Education ofYoung Children Annual Conference -Nashville, TennesseeAmerican Evaluation Association(AEA) Conference - Indianapolis,IndianaAssociation of Science andTechnology Centers (ASTC)Conference- Charlotte, North Carolina2023 Society for Research in ChildDevelopment (SRCD) BiennialMeeting -Salt Lake City, Utah2023 Indigenous Home VisitingMeeting (IHVM) -Washington D.C.36th Annual Seafair Indian DaysPow Wow - Seattle, WashingtonGrow Your Own (GYO) EducatorsNational Networking Convening -Washington D.C. 7th International CulturallyResponsive and Assesment (CREA)Conference - Chicago, IllinoisParents as Teachers (PAT) 2023International Conference - NewOrleans, LouisianaAssociation of Tribal Archives,Libraries, and MuseumsInternational Conference - OklahomaCity, OklahomaNational Association for theEducation of Young Children AnnualConference - Nashville, Tennesee Comprehensive Literacy StateDevelopment (CLSD) TopicalMeeting - Phoenix, Arizona2023 National Science Foundation(NSF) Advancing Informal STEMLearning (AISL) Awardee Meeting -New Orleans, LouisianaVela Institute 2023 Symposium -Asheville, North Carolina Council for Native HawaiianAdvancement (CNHA) NativeHawaiian Convention -Kahului, MauiNational Community Schools andFamily Engagement Conference-Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Community Resource Connectionsfor Families: Beyond Early LearningBeyond the assistance to access earlylearning opportunities and tuitionassistance, the program extends itsreach to offer wrap-around support toconnect families to communityresources that encompass a spectrumof family needs. From housingassistance to essential services such asWIC, SNAP, and support for food,electricity, and rent, Hoʻāla addressesthese foundational needs alongsidehelping families make decisions aboutpreschool enrollment. By taking aholistic approach, the program ensuresthat families are equipped with thestability and resources necessary toactively participate in their children'searly education journey. New ECE Tuition SubsidyIn 2023, Hoʻāla made significant stridesin its mission to enhance access to earlychildhood education by introducingthe Early Childhood Education (ECE)Subsidy. This initiative marked aturning point, allowing direct financialassistance to families in need. Duringits inaugural year, the programawarded 50 subsidies, amounting toover $75,000 in total funding. Thesesubsidies were distributed among 17center-based and Family ChildcareCenters spanning across West Oʻahuand the island of Kauaʻi. Early Learningand SchoolReadiness8,0768,07672%72%served through our Early Learningand School Readiness Programs Native HawaiianThe Hoʻāla Program continued tobridge the divide in early childhoodeducation by fostering connections,providing comprehensive informationabout early learning programs andtuition assistance, and empoweringfamilies with children aged 0 to 5 years. The program strives to ensure thatevery child has access to the earlylearning resources they need to thrive.By equipping families with informationabout different types of preschool andchildcare programs, subsidy programs,eligibility criteria, and applicationwindows, families are empowered tomake informed decisions about theirchildren's education in their early yearsof development. The Program now has services on threeislands with the expansion to Hilo onHawaiʻi Island adding to the existingservice areas of Waiʻanae & Kapolei/ʻEwa on Oʻahu and the island of Kauaʻi. Our Early Learning and School Readiness impact area has seen significant progressthrough various programs, including the Hoʻāla, Hiʻilei, and Keiki Steps programs.These initiatives aim to connect families with essential access to early learningprograms and tuition assistance, empower parents during critical early stages, andensure diverse learning opportunities for children.Got Preschool?Keiki Steps (Oʻahu) at Ka PuaKeiki Steps (Oʻahu) at Ka PuaIndividuals Reached$818,690$818,690Total Preschool and Childcare TuitionTotal Preschool and Childcare TuitionSubsidies securedSubsidies secured$2,154.45 Average Annual TuitionSubsidy per keikiI have been working withHo'āla since 2021, after beingreferred by a friend. Sincethen, I was able to send mytwo older keiki to preschoolwith subsidy, move into anaffordable housingcondominium and am nowpreparing to send myyoungest to preschool thisyear.-Parent Participantof families increased theirknowledge about theimportance of early learningprograms for childdevelopment.98%98%215215keiki enrolled and attendingkeiki enrolled and attendingearly learning programsearly learning programs

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keiki and mākuaserved1,7661,766home visitshome visitscompletedcompletedProviding a StrongFoundation for Early LearnersThe Hiʻilei Program,operating inWaiʻanae, Oʻahu,and Molokaʻi as aParents as Teachers 2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 8Early Learning andSchool ReadinessHiʻilei (Oʻahu) Lā ʻOhana Hiʻilei (Oʻahu) Lā ʻOhana 1818keiki completed three full years ofkeiki completed three full years ofhome visiting services to graduatehome visiting services to graduatefrom the Hiʻilei Program.from the Hiʻilei Program. of parents improvedpositive parenting behaviorand attitude. 75%75%Tailored Support and Trauma-Informed CareIn 2023, Hiʻilei realigned its focus tointegrate trauma-informed care,enabling it to better assist familiesfacing various trauma-relatedexperiences. The program continued itsutilization of individualized serviceplans, fostering partnerships betweenParent Educators and families. Throughcollaborative efforts, they identifiedstrengths and needs, gaining valuableinsights into family dynamics affectingchild development. This personalizedapproach empowered the program toprovide tailored services and support,including goal-setting, resourceconnections, and intervention services,all addressed during personal visits.Blue Ribbon affiliate, provides essentialhome visiting services. Certified ParentEducators collaborate closely withfamilies, offering guidance and supportto parents with children from prenatalto 3 years old. Through evidence-basedpractices, the program aims toempower parents and promote healthydevelopment during the critical earlystages of childhood.

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Culturally Rooted CurriculumDevelopmentOur primary achievement lies in theongoing evolution and enhancementof our moʻolelo/ka’ao-centeredcurriculum. Engaging in theIndigenous Early LearningCollaborative (IELC) Community InquiryProject alongside First Light Educationand Brazelton, we've embarked on ajourney to craft a curriculum thathonors Hawaiian cultural heritage,deeply entrenched in our vibrant oraltraditions of storytelling (haʻi moʻolelo),chants (mele), chants of power (oli), andprayers (pule).9 | 2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT A Hawaiian Culture-BasedFamily-Child InteractionLearning ProgramIn 2023, the Keiki Steps Programsuccessfully ran five classroomsthroughout the 2022-23 School Year,overcoming previous displacement dueto the COVID-19 pandemic. Thisaccomplishment stood as a primarygoal for the program. Additionally, theprogram maintained its commitmentto providing virtual classrooms forfamilies preferring this option. Offeringsencompassed Hawaiian Immersion aswell as Bilingual classes.Keiki Steps (Hawaiʻi Island)Hōʻike Keiki Steps (Hawaiʻi Island)Hōʻike Early Learning & SchoolReadinessExpanding Hawaiian ImmersionEducationIn 2023, Keiki Steps transitioned fromproviding English medium andHawaiian-English bilingual classes tointroducing the inaugural HawaiianImmersion Family Child InteractionLearning (FCIL) classes in Hawaiʻi.Additionally, they maintained theoption of bilingual classes for families.Promoting Language Fluency andCultural NormalizationThrough our innovative approach, wenot only nurture fluency in theHawaiian language among ourstudents but also normalize its usagewithin families. By providing hands-onlearning experiences, we create uniqueopportunities for adult family membersto develop their language skills,fostering stronger Hawaiian-speakinghouseholds. keiki and mākuaparticipantsof parents increasedparenting skills andcapacity to engage andadvocate for their child’ssocial and academicattainment. 97%97%of keiki met developmentalmilestones81%81%

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Educational Equity& Leadership7,9607,96054%54%served through our EducationalEquity & Leadership Programs Native HawaiianThe Community Schools Initiative is anew collaborative effort betweenINPEACE and two West Oʻahu schools,Nānākuli High and Intermediate Schooland Barberʻs Point Elementary, that iscreating a network of support andopportunities for the youth and familiesof these schools and the surroundingcommunity.At the helm of this endeavor arededicated community schoolcoordinators who embody the spirit ofempowerment and collaboration.Community Schools represents apathway to a "Greater Together"mindset, harnessing the strengths andresources inherent in West O'ahu. Itsrole revolves around establishingsustainable systems of success byengaging community partners,coordinating resources, andempowering families and students.In 2023, initiatives in West O‘ahu focused on fostering educational equity andleadership among youth through culturally rooted programs. These effortsprovided transformative outdoor classroom experiences, emphasized Hawaiianculture, and empowered students to develop leadership skills and communityconnections. Engaging students in hands-on learning and gardening activities,these programs aimed to foster identity and connection to their surroundings. Additionally, support for educators serving Native Hawaiian communities facilitatededucational advancement and cultural integration. The integration of Hawaiianculture into curricula and family engagement efforts further contributed to thedevelopment of young learners. Captivating exhibits highlighted theinterconnectedness of Hawaiian culture and the cosmos, while ongoing effortsaimed to enrich cultural understanding through upcoming exhibits focusing onNative Hawaiian Culture and STEM.Kupu Ola at WaiʻanaeIntermediate SchoolKupu Ola at WaiʻanaeIntermediate SchoolCommunity SchoolsNānākuli High & Intermediate SchoolHighlights:Successful Back to School Bash:Engaged families and sharedresources, serving over 600 dinnermeals and providing over 200 foodbaskets.Increased Participation in SchoolEvents: Collaboration led tosignificant increases in participation,such as going from 10 to 133participants in an ʻOhana Nightevent and from 50 to 176participants in a Senior Info Night.Shine Movement: Spread positivityand unity in the school communitythrough intentional interactionsand monthly "Shine Focus" days.Barber's Point Elementary SchoolHighlights:Establishment of a Parent TeacherOrganization (PTO), providing aplatform for parent involvementand support.Jets Jamboree Event: Organized arewarding event for students,allowing them to redeem points forspecial food items and prizes, whileengaging parent volunteers andfostering community involvement.Creation of a Community Closet:Providing students in need withaccess to donated clothing,footwear, toiletries, and schoolsupplies, fostering a supportive andinclusive environment.

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CommunityMembers EngagedSituated on the Leeward side of O‘ahu,Kupu Ola thrives as a year-round schoolprogram centered in Wai‘anaeIntermediate School's garden, MālaLōkahi. Our unique partnership withteachers allows us to deliver a Hawaiianculture-based curriculum focusing onmoʻokūʻauhau, mea kanu, andmoʻolelo. In 2023, we continued toprovide a transformative outdoorclassroom experience for 7th and 8thgraders, fostering a deep connection totheir surroundings and encouragingplace-based learning.Similarly, our Eō program broughtHawaiian culture and place-basedprogramming to Waiʻanae ElementarySchool's 4th-6th graders in 2023. Eō, aleadership program, encouraged youthto build leadership kāhua with aconnection to themselves, their culture,and their community through serviceprojects and collaboration.2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 12Educational Equity &LeadershipGrounding Youth ThroughCulture and RelationshipsEō Summer Program HōʻikeEō Summer Program HōʻikeYouth EngagedEducational Approach:Kupu Ola's curriculum engagesstudents' senses, guiding the flow ofthe day in our outdoor classroom.Through this immersive experience,haumāna (students) explore theircommunity, discover their identity, andcontemplate future goals, empoweringthem to make a positive impact in theirunique way. Community role modelsplay a vital role in this process bysharing their own moʻolelo.In-School Hands-On LearningGarden ExplorationAquaponic House MaintenanceObservation (Kilo)Mālama ʻĀinaGarden Box AssemblySeedlings PlantingHerb Garden RelocationTi Leaf ExpansionAfter-School and Summer LearningLeadership SkillsCommunity VisitsUsing Apparel to Advocate forChangeof youth engaged at WaiʻanaeIntermediate School increasedtheir knowledge andunderstanding of Hawaiiancore values and ways of being. of youth engaged at Wai’anaeElementary School increasedtheir ability to lead a peeractivity.

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of parents indicated that theirkeiki became more interestedin books.age-appropriate children’sbooks provided to earlylearning providers and families. Keiki 0-5 Years ServedEducational SupportELP plays a crucial role in guidingeducators and caregivers withevidence-based practices andstrategies. Through targeted trainingsessions, participants gained valuableinsights into creating effective learningenvironments, ensuring the bestoutcomes for early development.Cultural IntegrationA distinctive feature of ELP is theintegration of a Hawaiian culture-basedframework into daily curricula.Recognizing the importance of culturalidentity, we strive to create anenvironment where Hawaiian valuesand traditions seamlessly merge witheducational practices, fostering literacyskills and a strong connection toheritage.Family EngagementBeyond the classroom, ELP activelyengaged the ʻohana of participatingkeiki. Monthly family newsletters keptparents informed about their children'seducational journey, featuring themonthly unit and suggested books andactivities. This approach strengthensbonds between caregivers and keikiwhile promoting oral language andliteracy skills in a home setting.Growing Our Own Teacherssince 1995Degree-SeekingParticipantsof keiki increased theirvocabulary and language.Participating Educatorsand Caregivers[I have] a betterunderstanding of howliteracy plays animportant role inchildren and can see bigdifferences in theirlearning.” -Participating EducatorIn 2023, the Early Literacy Program(ELP) made significant strides infostering the development of youngkeiki within their childcare settings.Committed to providing educationaltraining and materials, ELP remaineddedicated to creating a foundation forlifelong learning.13 | 2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT Since 1995, Ka Lama has been a drivingforce in supporting aspiring andexisting teachers in Native Hawaiiancommunities, particularly on theWai‘anae Coast. In 2023, our Grow YourOwn teacher program continued itsmission, providing essential support to243 participants, with a significantfocus on fostering Native Hawaiianeducators.Quality Learning for KeikiEverywherePresentation atNAEYC AnnualConference,Nashville, TNPresentation atNAEYC AnnualConference,Nashville, TNParticipantsTeacher RetentionParticipantsCommunityMembersfor college tuition, textbooks, and feesassociated with obtaining advancedprofessional certificates and teacher licensure. Total Degrees andCertificates (SY 2022-23)Associate’sDegreeBachelor’sDegreeSpecial EducationCertificate ofCompetenceSubstituteTeacherCertificationStudentTeachingCertificateFinancial Assistance20-year projected Social Return on Invesment*calculated potential Post-Degree attaingment wageearnings, projected over a 20-year periodPraxisCertificateNationalBoardCertificationEducational AdvancementKa Lama's commitment to educationalexcellence is evident in the supportprovided to 243 participants, of which72% are Native Hawaiian. The programfacilitated their journey towardsattaining college degrees andadvanced professional certificates inthe field of Education. By empoweringindividuals to pursue higher education,we contribute to the growth of a skilledand culturally sensitive teachingworkforce.Cultural Integration and STEMApproachesIncorporating Hawaiian culture-basedand STEM approaches into teachingstrategies is a cornerstone of Ka Lama'smethodology. This integration providesprospective and current teachers withreinforced support, enabling them toconnect and engage more effectivelywith their students. By intertwiningcultural richness with STEM concepts,educators are equipped to createdynamic and inclusive learningenvironments.

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of youth visitors increased theirunderstanding of science inNative Hawaiian culturalpractices. 2023 Exhibitions2023 Exhibitions Pearlridge CenterPearlridge Center ʻImiloa AstronomyʻImiloa Astronomy CenterCenter Ward CenterWard Center Nānākuli Public LibraryNānākuli Public Library Kamehameha SchoolsKamehameha Schools Community LearningCommunity Learning Center at MāʻiliCenter at Māʻili2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 14 Inspired Learning throughNative Hawaiian ScienceThe year 2023 commenced with theongoing presentation of "The Scienceof Kapa” exhibit, a captivatingexploration into the traditional artistryof Hawaiian fabric. In June of the sameyear, we proudly introduced theKaulana Mahina exhibit, an enchantingodyssey that transported visitors intothe fascinating realm of lunar folklore.This exhibit not only highlighted thebrilliance of Hawaiian storytelling butalso stood as a testament to theprofound interconnectedness ofculture and the cosmos.Throughout the year, our Kauleleprogram continued its collaborationwith cultural practitioners. Itprogressed through the design phaseand initiated the fabrication stage for The Science of Kapa at ʻImiloaAstronomy Center (Hilo, Hawaiʻi)The Science of Kapa at ʻImiloaAstronomy Center (Hilo, Hawaiʻi)Educational Equity &LeadershipVisitorsour upcoming Hawaiian culture andscience pop-up exhibit, focusing onLoko Iʻa (Hawaiian fishponds). Thisimmersive exhibit is scheduled to makeits debut in the summer of 2024.Additionally, Kaulele has embarked onthe research for another exhibitcentered on lawaiʻa, delving into therich maritime heritage of Hawaiʻi.of youth visitors made theconnection between ʻikekūpuna and modern scienceand theory. Coming soon in 2024Loko Iʻa Exhibit

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Family EconomicCapacity Building70570563%63%served through our FamilyEconomic Capacity BuildingPrograms Native HawaiianIn 2023, Hoʻoulu Waiwai continued itsmission of empowering families tonavigate their finances withconfidence, fostering healthierrelationships with money and pavingthe way for financial success. Through aseries of engaging workshops coveringtopics like budgeting, financial goal-setting, college savings, and childcareexpenses, the organization played apivotal role in equipping participantswith essential financial skills.In 2023, as part of the Family Economic Capacity Building Programs for INPEACE,both Hoʻoulu Waiwai and the Center for Entrepreneurship made significant strides intheir respective program goals. Hoʻoulu Waiwai continued its commitment toempowering families through comprehensive financial education, offering engagingworkshops covering essential topics like budgeting, financial goal-setting, and debtreduction. With tailored support services and impactful debt reduction initiatives, theorganization facilitated tangible progress in participants' financial well-being.Meanwhile, the Center for Entrepreneurship expanded its reach and impact with theopening of a new physical space in Kalaeloa, Oʻahu, providing a hub for entrepreneursto access resources and services aimed at fostering business growth.Financial Education forEveryday Financial DecisionsHoʻoulu Waiwai FinancialDate Night WorkshopHoʻoulu Waiwai FinancialDate Night WorkshopIndividuals ServedImpactful Debt ReductionHoʻoulu Waiwai's achievement in debtreduction is remarkable, with animpressive 95% of participants seekingto reduce debt and witnessing adecrease in their debt over the pastyear. This collective effort resulted in asubstantial reduction of $44,113 in totaldebt among participants, marking asignificant milestone in their financialjourneys.Comprehensive Workshop Offeringsand Tailored Support ServicesHoʻoulu Waiwai's workshops cover awide spectrum of financial topics,including budgeting, financial goal-setting, college savings, and childcareexpenses. These workshops serve asvital platforms for participants toacquire practical financial skills andknowledge. Additionally, personalizedfinancial coaching and peer discussiongroups offer tailored support,recognizing the diverse needs offamilies and providing individualizedguidance. The program also offeredworkshops to businesses and otherorganizations for staff developmentand customer trainings. of participants increase positivefinancial decision-making skills. improved in their personalfinances.Seed andIncentivedeposits earnedby 59 keikiparticipating theKeiki AssetsAccount (KAʻA)program inpartnership withPartners InDevelopmentFoundation. $28,155Total Debt ReductionTotal Debt ReductionIndividual & Group FinancialCoaching SessionsFinancial CapabilitiesWorkshops Providedby participants seekingto increase savings$2,375$2,375Average AnnualAverage AnnualSavings IncreaseSavings Increaseby participants seeking to reduce debt$44,113$44,113

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New Space, Expanded OpportunitiesAfter months of meticulous planningand negotiations, the Center forEntrepreneurship proudly inauguratedits new physical hub on March 31st inKalaeloa. This milestone marked apivotal moment, offering a dedicatedspace where aspiring and seasonedentrepreneurs alike could convene andaccess an array of invaluable resourcesand services. Among these offeringswere co-working spaces, individualworkstations for meetings and designendeavors, all aimed at bolsteringbusiness expansion efforts. Empowering Youth Entrepreneurship:ʻŌpio VenturesThe launch of ʻŌpio Ventures,extending services to youth aged 10 to17 from single-parent households. Theinaugural cohort was designed tonurture entrepreneurial spirit amongparticipants. Witnessing activeengagement from the initial 14members, the program tailoredworkshops, excursions, and mentorshipopportunities to fit their needs andaspirations.Holiday Pop-Up Market:Celebrating EntrepreneurshipIn partnership with HI Street Grindzand Crafts Fest, the Center forEntrepreneurship hosted a vibrantHoliday Pop-Up Mākeke, bringingtogether 28 vendors from thecommunity. This festive event, heldin December, showcased thecreativity and entrepreneurship oflocal businesses, providing a platformfor them to connect with customersand generate sales. The Holiday Pop-Up Market was a testament to thecollaborative spirit of the Kalaeloacommunity and the Center'scommitment to supporting smallbusinesses.In 2023, the Center forEntrepreneurship achieved significantmilestones in its mission to empowerand support entrepreneurs. From theopening of a new physical space to thelaunch of an innovative youthprogram, the Center expanded itsreach and impact, fostering a cultureof entrepreneurship and economicgrowth. Through collaboration anddedication, the Center continues to bea catalyst for positive change, drivingforward the entrepreneurial spirit inWest Oʻahu and beyond. 2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 16Family EconomicCapacity BuildingElevating Small Businessesthrough education, connection,and collaborationʻŌpio Ventures Cohort at INPEACECenter for EntrepreneurshipʻŌpio Ventures Cohort at INPEACECenter for EntrepreneurshipIndividuals ServedSmall Business suported82% Native Hawaiian Ownedof entrepreneurs increasedtheir motivation andconfidence around smallbusiness ownership.Business CoachingSessionsBusiness Workshops andPeer Discussion GroupsProvided

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2023 INPEACE ANNUAL REPORT | 18Community PartnersA Room To GrowAaron OnoAdvocates HawaiʻiAe Kamaliʻi PreschoolʻAha Pūnana LeoAinacology LLCAll Saints PreschoolAloha Diaper BankAloha School Early LearningAloha United WayArk of Safety Christian AcademyArtistry8 Aulani, Disney Hawaiʻi ResortAunty Ana's HouseAunty Jojo's Little One's Family ChildcareAunty Maud's Keiki KareBank of HawaiʻiBess Press, IncBOOM Wahine Brazelton Touchpoints CenterCardinal Education Group, LLCCatholic Charities Hawaiʻi Central Pacific Bank Chalet TauatiChaminade UniversityCheryl & Mahina PūkahiChild Care ConnectionsCity & County of Honolulu Parks and RecreationClyde Eli Jr. Cole AcademyCollective Health Impact, LLCCouncil of Native Hawaiian AdvancementCreative IndustriesDelores M. Curtis TrustDillon Works, Inc. Dr. Anna AhSamDTLDudoit Enterprises, LLCEarly Childhood Action Strategy (ECAS)Easter SealsEdith Kanakaʻole FoundationʻEleu Native Hawaiian ConsortiumEntrepreneurs Foundation Hawaii (EFH)Ewa Enrichment AcademyEwa PlainsFeed the Hunger Foundation First Light Education ProjectFriends of the FBIGeorgiana HoʻouluGood Jobs HawaiiGourmet EventsGrand Naniloa HotelGP Roadway SolutionsHale Kipa/Hale Ku OlaHaloalaunuiakea Early Learning CenterHanu Molokai Hawaii Afterschool AllianceHawaiʻi Department of EducationCampbell-Kapolei ComplexHilo-Waiakea ComplexKapaʻa-Kauaʻi-Waima ComplexLeeward DistrictNānakuli-Waiʻanae ComplexOffice of Curriculum & Instructional DesignOffice of Hawaiian EducationOffice of Talent ManagementOffice of the SuperintendentHawaiʻi Home Ownership CenterHawaii News NowHawaiʻi Small Business Development CenterHawaii Street GrindzHawaiʻi Teachers Standard BoardHawaii USA Federal Credit UnionHawaii Working GroupHawaiian AirlinesHawaiian Community AssetsHEʻE CoalitionHIGA (Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority)Hiʻilei KaweloHiilei PlaygardenHistoric Hawaii FoundationHoa ʻĀina o MākahaHonolulu Community Action Program Honolulu Police Department-Waianae UnitHoʻohua Early LearningHoward Hughes Corporation - Ward CenterHub CoworkingIgnite Solutions GroupʻImiloa Astronomy CenterInspire ChurchʻIolani PalaceIsland Keiki ChildcareIsland School Na Pua KeikiJames Campbell High School Saber CaterersJason Tamanaha, LLCJill Randerson Exhibit ManagementJojo HendersonJonah DavisJoylynn PamanKa Makana Ali'i MallKa Wahi Kaiaulu - Waiʻanae Neighborhood PlaceKa Waihona o Ka Naʻauao PCSKaʻala FarmsKahiau WallaceKahili Adventist PreschoolKalei Nuʻuhiwa Kamaʻāina KidsKamaile Academy PCSKamehameha Schools Kamehameha School PublishingKanoe Alapaʻi-HashimotoKapiʻolani Medical Center Kauai Christian AcademyKauai Independent Daycare Services - KIDSKe Kula Niihau o KekahaKeiki Montessori of KauaiKeiki O Ka ʻĀina Keliʻi AlapaʻiKeoki Noji Consulting, LLCKing Kamehameha V Judiciary History CenterKinohi FukumitsuKoloa Keiki PreschoolKroc Keiki Learning CenterKTA Super StoresKū-A-KanakaLaila KaupuLei Ilae-KaleimamahuLena Spain-SuzukiLihue Early Learning Center (KEO)Lihue Hongwanji PreschoolLiliʻuokalani TrustLoke AlouaMade in Hawaii FestivalMaili Bible SchoolMakaha Elementary SchoolMakani TaburaMālama Learning CenterMalama Na Keiki o Waiʻanae PreschoolManaiakalani N.K. KaluaMAʻO Organic FarmMauliola Endowment, LLCMayjah League HawaiiMcREL InternationalMeadow GoldMenehune SchoolMolokai Community Health Center Molokai Department of Health Molokai General HospitalMud Hen Water, LLCMuriel Puni IoaneMy Personal CPA and Financial PlannerNā Kama KaiNā Keiki O Ka Mōʻī Canoe ClubNā Pua NoʻeauNainoa DungNalani KaneakuaNānākuli Public LibraryNational Board of Certification - TeachersNational Center for Parents as TeachersNative Hawaiian Education CouncilNatural Bridges SchoolNew Hope Christian Schoolʻs PreschoolNo Limit SoundsNo'eau DesignersOffice of Hawaiian AffairsOkimoto Coorperation Olelo Christian AcademyOnelauena ShelterPacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship Pacific Business NewsPacific Gateway CenterPacific Rim College PlannersPahoa PromiseParents and Children TogetherPartners in Development FoundationPATCH HawaiiPatsy Mink CenterPaul Kalani Flores-HattPearlridge MallPeleke FloresPenmarPratt Law Hawaiʻi, LLCPuget Sound Educational Services DistrictPuhala KamalamalamaPurple Maiʻa Rachel-Leigh Wright Read to Me InternationalRocky NaeʻoleRoxane Keliʻikipikāneokolohaka Rush WahineThe Salvation Army KROC Center HawaiiSeagull SchoolsSilva Keiki Academy Small Business Administration Small Business Development Center (SBDC)Solutions Pacific Spire Consultants & CPAsSt Catherine PreschoolSt. Theresa Early Learning Academy State of HawaiiBusiness Action CenterDepartment of Business, EconomicDevelopment & TourismDepartment of Commerce & ConsumerAffairsOffice of Economic RevitalizationTeach for America Hawai'iTeachstoneUH Professional FellowshipUniversity of Hawaiʻi at MānoaCenter of Disability StudiesCollege of EducationMyron B. Thompson School of Social WorkNative Hawaiian Student ServicesUniversity of Hawaiʻi Community CollegesHawaii Community CollegeHonolulu Community CollegeLeeward Community CollegeLeeward Community College - WaiʻanaeMokuMaui CollegeUniversity of Hawaiʻi West OʻahuUmi KaiUSDA HawaiiVela Institute, Inc. Verna Landford-BrightVIDDO Keiki CareVillages of Kapolei Recreation CenterWaiakea WaterWaiʻanae Coast Comprehensive HealthCenterWaiʻanae Coast Early Childhood ServicesWaianae Economic Development CouncilWaianae ElementaryWaianae Moku Kūpuna CouncilWaiʻanae Neighborhood Place Waianae Satellite City HallWard ResearchWindward MallWomen of WaiʻanaeYWCA

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