The recent convening and celebrations of the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture in Hawaiʻi demonstrate the growing importance of Oceanic nations uniting to shape a future of mutual connection and collaboration.

We invite you to join a two-part civic education discussion- Teaching 1898: America Imperial Legacy in Oceania- bringing together esteemed educators to explore the historical context of America's military and political expansion into Hawaiʻi the Philippines, and island nations across the Pacific.

The panelists, drawing from their diverse backgrounds and professional expertise, will highlight the impacts and legacy of US Imperialism, share how they incorporate this history into their teachings, and express why civic education is crucial to building an informed, empowered, and united society.

Moderator - Mary Therese Hattori
Presenters - Noenoe Silva, Noah Dolim, Alexander Mawyer, Dean Saranillio