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This year’s Native Hawaiian Convention will be held September 17-19, 2024, at the Hilton Waikoloa Village. The three-day event will feature discussions and workshops on cultural perpetuation, housing, fashion, tourism, education, and self-determination.
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO ATTEND?
Cost will be $225 per person | $125 for CHNA Members. This does not include the cost of accommodations – a link to book the special rate at Hilton Waikoloa Village will be sent in purchased ticket confirmation email.
WHAT’S ON THE AGENDA?
Thursday, September 19, 2024 | DAY 1 OPENING
- 7:00 AM: Registration Opens
- 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM: Breakout Sessions, including discussions on workforce and economic development, housing, and recent legislative policy
- 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM: General Session, featuring an opening ceremony, special guest speakers, and storied Native Hawaiian leaders
Friday, September 20, 2024 | DAY 2 CULTURE WORKSHOPS
- 7:00 AM: Registration Opens
- 9:00 AM – 12:45 PM: Breakout Sessions, including workshops on traditional agriculture, lei making, and navigation
- 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- 2:00 PM – 3:45 PM: Breakout Sessions, including workshops on mo‘olelo, oli, hula, mele, and ??lelo Hawai‘i
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Membership Meeting
- 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Fashion Show
Saturday, September 21, 2024 | DAY 3 CLOSING
- 7:00 AM: Registration Opens
- 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM: General Session, featuring hot topic conversations, keynote presentations, and a closing ceremony
- 12:30 PM – 1:45 PM: Lunch Break
- 11:45 PM – 5:00 PM: Breakout Sessions, including discussions on tourism, data and technology, and preparing for the future
For more information about the convention and to register, please visit: hawaiiancouncil.org/2024convention