A strong network of community health workers (CHWs) that serve Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities is strengthened through education, training and ongoing professional development.

Peau o Le Vasa

Developing a comprehensive curriculum for community health workers that embraces language, culture, and acknowledges the significance of the environment where people live.

Maui SERG

In partnership with the Hawai’i Department of Health, POL is implementing Maui SERG by working with providers and program administrators to address the critical mental health needs on Maui in the wake of the August 2023 wildfires in Lahaina and upcountry.

Program Staff

  • Austin Haleyalpiy

    Project Coordinator - Peau o Le Vasa/Ho’okele

  • D. Kāhealani Naeʻole, EdD

    Director, Innovation & Initiatives

  • Fa’auliulito “To” Tuala-Tamaalelagi

    Administrative Support

  • Ka‘imipono Hanohano

    she/her/ʻo ia

    Program Coordinator - Maui SERG

  • Ka‘ohu Kawakami

    she/her/‘o ia

    Program Coordinator - Collaborative Care Network

  • Nakia Nae‘ole

    Program Coordinator - Nā Makawai

  • ‘Atalina Pasi

    Program Coordinator - Community Health Engagement

Contact

‘Atalina Pasi 
manao@papaolalokahi.org
(808) 597-6550