‘A‘ohe ipu ‘ōpio e ‘ole ka mimino i ka lā.

No immature gourd can withstand withering in the sun.
‘Ōlelo No‘eau: No child can get along without adult care.

Improving Native Hawaiian Health and Well-Being

Founded in 1988, Papa Ola Lokahi is a 501(c)(3) that embodies the holistic approach that brings together mind, body and spirit in the pursuit of optimum health and well-being for Native Hawaiians.

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Community Health Initiatives

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Innovative and Incubated Projects

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Data and Research

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Health Workforce

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Hawaiian Health Policy

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Corporate Communications

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What’s New

Census 2030 must count all people, and include crucial demographic data
For the sake of our health and well-being we call on the Census Bureau and Department of Commerce to count all people residing in the United States in the 2030 Census, and to continue collecting race and ethnicity data -- essential to Papa Ola Lōkahi’s ability to carry out our duties to serve the health and well-being needs of the lāhui.

Published On: October 12th, 2026Categories: Blog
Finding Emergency Shelters in Hawaiʻi: A Community Resource for Preparedness
As Hawaiʻi prepares for the possibility of severe weather impacts, residents should be ready for high winds, dangerous surf conditions, and significant rainfall that could lead to flooding. Current forecasts indicate many areas could receive 5 to 10 inches of rain, with isolated locations potentially receiving up to 20 inches, increasing the risk of flash flooding, road closures, and power outages.

Published On: August 12th, 2026Categories: Blog