The Promise of Universal Access to Pre-K. Ready Keiki is a statewide public-private effort to expand access to preschool for all 3 and 4 year olds.
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I had the honor of meeting with the Mayor of Seoul, Oh Se-hoon. We discussed our shared commitment to investing in early childhood education, focusing on how to uplift families and communities in both Hawaiʻi and Korea.
Mahalo to Mayor Oh Se-hoon for graciously hosting our Hawaiʻi delegation and strengthening the ties between our regions. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and strengthening our ties.
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Jeju, South Korea’s largest island, is often affectionately called “The Hawaiʻi of Korea” for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. As island states, Hawaiʻi and Jeju share many common goals, including promoting clean and renewable energy and sustainable tourism.
Mahalo nui loa to Jeju Provincial Governor Oh Young-hun and Jeju Tourism Organization for graciously hosting our Hawaiʻi delegation as we exchange ideas, pursue our shared goals, and celebrate the 37th anniversary of the Hawaiʻi-Jeju Sister-State relationship.
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Today is #FoodDriveDay with @hawaiifoodbank! Earlier this year, I had the pleasure and honor of leading the 25th Annual State Employees' Food Drive — and during this year's drive, we raised over 366,778 meals! 🥫
Let's continue to support Hawaii Foodbank year-round in their efforts to feed those experiencing food insecurity. Together, we can nourish our ʻohana today while we work to end hunger in Hawai‘i tomorrow. Visit hawaiifoodbank.org.
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As someone born in Korea and raised in Hawaiʻi, I take great pride in the strong ties between the Hawaiʻi State Bar Association and the Seoul Bar Association. Both are committed to fostering connections between lawyers from different cultures, encouraging learning and collaboration.
Mahalo to the Seoul Bar Association for hosting Representative Linda Ichiyama and I during our visit to Seoul! 🇰🇷⚖️
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Did you know that undersea cables are what keep us connected to the internet? Now, Hawaii has a once in a generation investment to strengthen internet infrastructure and ensure internet for all.
#ConnectKakou #digitalequityhawaii #broadbandhui
#internetforall #hawaiibroadband
Expanding preschool access for all 3- and 4-year-olds in Hawaiʻi boosts kindergarten readiness and provides long-term benefits, including higher adult earnings, according to a new @UHEROnews analysis by Rachel Inafuku ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WUn6fl
🚀 The search is on for Hawaii's Workforce Development Heroes! 🌺 Nominate someone who embodies aloha and lokahi in the workplace. Let's honor those who go above and beyond to strengthen our community! 🏆 #WorkforceHeroes #NationalWorkforceDevelopmentMonth #HawaiiJobs