HONOLULU, HI (Nov 12, 2025) – The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) has partnered with ʻŌlelo Community Media (‘Ōlelo) to broadcast and stream the organization’s Standing Committee and Board of Trustees meetings, significantly expanding community access between OHA and the Native Hawaiian Communities it serves. The collaboration strengthens OHA’s ability to communicate with—and serve—Native Hawaiians and all Hawai‘i’s diverse communities.
“This partnership marks an exciting new chapter in OHA’s efforts to serve and support Native Hawaiians by expanding access to our decision-making processes, while also providing better connectivity between OHA and the Native Hawaiian communities we are dedicated to serve,” said OHA Board of Trustees Chair Kaialiʻi Kahele. “It aligns with initiatives such as our recently announced emergency relief program for Native Hawaiian families affected by the federal government shutdown, along with other efforts that reflect our continued commitment to the wellbeing of our communities.”
All meetings covered by the partnership will take place in the OHA Board of Trustees Boardroom at the agency’s home office on O‘ahu. The agreement also allows for broadcast and streaming of meetings held across the islands, including recent sessions at the University of Hawai‘i–Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.
“ʻŌlelo Community Media is honored to collaborate with OHA in this important effort,” said Roger McKeague, President & Chief Executive Officer of ʻŌlelo Community Media. “At ʻŌlelo, we believe open communication and civic engagement are the foundations of a thriving community. By supporting OHA’s work, we help ensure that important conversations and decisions affecting Native Hawaiians are shared widely, openly, and without filters.”
Through this partnership, ʻŌlelo and OHA reaffirm their shared commitment to transparency, civic engagement, and ensuring the public has meaningful access to governance and initiatives designed to uplift Native Hawaiians and strengthen Hawai‘i’s communities.
ʻŌlelo will carry the OHA meetings on cable Channel 53 beginning with Standing Committee meetings scheduled for November 12.
