Native Hawaiian Teens Learn To ‘Make Change’ for the Islands

Native Hawaiian high school students participated in a mock legislative event, 'Aha 'Ōpio, organized by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) to teach civic engagement and government processes. The students debated a proposal to increase vaping taxes and considered amendments, highlighting challenges in finding solutions to issues affecting their generation. The program emphasizes cultural values and aims to inspire future leadership in Native Hawaiian communities.