IMPLEMENTATION
FEEDBACK
COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIPS
KA LEO O KE OLA CULTURAL ADVISORY BOARD
Implementation
Are you interested in learning how others have implemented an indigenous sense of place in their course or service? This may include informational or demonstrative videos, lessons, reports, routines, or talk story sessions on cultural concepts, needs and celebrations. It may also include other ways Leeward CC implements indigenization.
Feedback
Besides participating in indigenous programs of He Loa Ke Aho, faculty, staff and students participate in the development of programs and resources by providing invaluable feedback about their indigenous experiences. The grant conducts focus groups made of cross sections from all divisions each year. Focus groups of Kīpuka students are also recorded. Annual surveys and forms document the impact of indigenization on participants. Feedback forms after participation of faculty, staff or students are also shared here. Here is what participants have shared as we kūkulu a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning:
Collaboration and Partnerships
Whether collaboration occurs across divisions or within departments, we celebrate the ways we have worked together that strengthen and feed our Native Hawaiian sense of place and place of learning. We additionally share the opportunities made outside of the college within community partnerships. These collaborations authentically and inclusively address the needs of all.
Ka Leo O Ke Ola Cultural Advisory Board
The Cultural Advisory Board Ka Leo O Ke Ola, include experts and practitioners that reaffirm our efforts of indigenization. As a collective body, Ka Leo O Ke Ola helps to develop a network of community resources to support the professional development opportunities for faculty and staff. This advisory board provides feedback and recommendations for indigenous programming and resources. Such partnerships sustain the continued indigenous growth of Leeward CC. The board will meet biannually to strengthen Leeward CC’s Native Hawaiian community connections.