This panel discussion is moderated by LaToya Simmons, featuring members of the AANHPI community who share their backgrounds and work in various fields such as education, STEM, music, art, and cultural preservation. Panelists include Alika Spahn Naihe, who works with youth in game design; Leihua Stewart, a recent STEM graduate focusing on place-based education; Alan Z, a musician promoting Asian American history through his work; V Pauahi Souza, an academic studying trauma in Oceanic populations; Kamakakekau Fernandez, a Hawaiian language speaker and musician; and Kanoe Lani, a cultural practitioner and designer. The discussion highlights their efforts to instill community values and identity in the younger generation, offering hope for the future. The importance of understanding one's cultural heritage, the impact of colonialism, and the intersection of different cultural experiences are central themes.

Follow our panelists:

Alika - @hauoli_art_alika, www.hauoliart.com

Alan - @alanzmusic

Kanoelani - @pomahinadesigns, www.pomahinadesigns.com

Leihua - http://www.ealaehcc.org

Pauahi - @thepolynezianrezister

Kamaka - @kkf_music, http://www.kamakakehau.com

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