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OHA seeks $281,000 for workforce cohorts to place Native Hawaiians in high-growth sectors
Summary
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs proposed a $281,000 investment to fund credentialed cohorts, internships and mentorships aimed at increasing Native Hawaiian participation in technology, agtech and clean energy sectors.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs staff presented Kulea workforce (also referenced as CALEA workforce in discussion), a targeted initiative requesting $281,000 across FY26–27 to fund certification cohorts, internships with stipends, mentorships and employer engagement aimed at placing Native Hawaiian adult learners in high-demand sectors.
The presentation said the program will…
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