Culturally rooted ‘aina-based programs for youth and adults.

We work with youth and adults to build resilient communities through agriculture.

 

Our mission is to enhance communities through economic, conservation, preservation, social and educational programs for youth and adults. .

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OAR: ‘Ohana Agricultural Resilience

The Ohana Agricultural Resilience (OAR) project is increasing community resilience, food self-sufficiency and access to healthy, locally grown food for residents of North Kohala. This project has become especially relevant during the COVID-19 crisis in our community.

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Ho’okahua Ai (HA) Youth Mentorship Program

Ho’okahua Ai means: to build a foundation of nutrition, sustenance, communication and sharing. The HA provides hands-on learning and individualized instruction for North Hawaii Youth to prepare them to become the leaders of the future.

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“Returning to the Roots of Community Resilience in Hawai‘i”

Kahua Pa’a Mua featured on YES! magazine by Libby Leonard.

David Fuertes, left, executive director of Kahua Pa’a Mua, with Joël Tan from the Ohana Agricultural Resilience initiative for families in the region.
PHOTO BY VANESSA DE GUIA

 

Living Local

The work of Kahua Pa’a Mua featured on LIVING LOCAL TV with Bernadette Baraquio.

Kahua Pa’a Mua is based in North Kohala on Hawai’i Island. North Kohala is rich in Hawaiian culture, with families that have lived here for generations. All of our programs are culturally-based and primarily serve youth and adults of Hawaiian ancestry. In every program we ask our students to consider:

1. Origin: Know your origin because your ancestors have prepared the way. 
2. Values: Connect with your true values because it drives you to make sound decisions.
3. Purpose: Recognizing  your purpose because it help you understand the “why” of doing.
4. Envision the ultimate for yourself and your lahui.