This Honolulu Tech Week event at La Pietra Hawaiʻi School For Girls will feature short clips from Merci Congo (a must-see film about conflict-free technology), an interactive hands-on activity, and a panel discussion focused on how wāhine are shaping a more ethical and responsible tech future at the local, national, and international levels.

Panelists: Christine Maii Sakuda , Zephanii Smith Eistenstat, Akemi Hiatt, Kim Davidson, and  Samantha Happ. 

Co-host: Tyler Fernandez, CEO of Coconut Wireless Network

The event is free to attend, but RSVP is required.

Power, Punishment, and Possibility  

In partnership with KHopeacetic, join us for a conversation with Dr. Noah Dolim that begins with the 1930s Massie trial in Hawai‘i, a case where false accusations and racialized violence, backed by the authority of the legal system, led to the murder of a Native Hawaiian man. As we revisit this pivotal moment in Hawai‘i’s history, we’ll examine how narratives of innocence have long been shaped by race, gender, and power, and how those dynamics still echo in today’s systems of punishment. At the same time, we’ll hold space for the women most directly impacted by incarceration today. We’re honored to be joined by Lea Nepomuceno from Beauty Beyond Bars (named one of Teen Vogue's 21 under 21) for a conversation about the urgent, everyday needs of incarcerated women, including access to hygiene and care. 

Wednesday, August 27th 

12:30 PM

Zoom link provided. 

Listening to Liberty

In partnership with KHopeacetic, join Nurturing Wāhine Fund and In The Vā for a conversation centered on the latest issue of Liberty, the powerful newsletter from No Labels, the Creative Writing Project at the Women’s Community Correctional Center on O‘ahu. The newsletter, Once Upon a (Doing) Time, invites us into stories, mo‘olelo, and reimaginings of life, justice, and healing from the voices of incarcerated women. We'll be engaging with the newsletter like a book club. We're gathering to reflect, share our thoughts, and explore our personal and collective connections to the prison system. As part of this conversation, we'll each write a short reflection in response to the issue, which will be shared with the women at WCCC as a way of honoring their voices and continuing the dialogue beyond the page.

Saturday, August 23rd

11 AM

Treehouse Coworking Space: 4819 Kilauea Ave #7

lunch provided

Rooted in Redistribution: A Conversation with Toi Smith about Wealth and Resource Sharing

A powerful conversation with Toi Smith on what we’re truly upholding when we accept funding from wealthy donors or institutions that promote empowerment in name, but undermine it in practice. We’ll also dive into what funding feels right under the current administration—how to navigate systems that claim to support communities while perpetuating harm—and share practical steps for building regenerative, community-rooted models of wealth redistribution in Hawai‘i and beyond. This is an invitation to imagine liberation that isn’t performative, but deeply grounded in community care.

(video recording now available on the NWF YouTube page)

Private Learning Tour of Hawai’i Plantation Village on June 3rd at 11 AM. We'll explore its history from a women's perspective and uncover how it informs and connects to our present-day experiences. 

Thanks to a generous donor, NWF will cover ALL admission tickets!

Our In the Va and NWF joint brunch! A gathering where the only intention is for women to feel good. Such a simple, yet powerful intention. We will create bouquets for ourselves, craft soothing bath salt jars, and enjoy food that grounds our soul.

Nurturing Wāhine Fund has received a 100 sneaker donation from the Seattle Seahawks Blitz’s Kicks 4 Kids campaign! We will be distributing the new Nike sneakers alongside Blitz, the Seahawks mascot, at Shriner’s Children’s Hawai’i on Friday, 1/21/25.

NWF will also be supporting TWO all-girls flag football camps at Castle and Pearl City High School. We expect more than 300 girls to participate in the sports clinic. #sportsequity !

Private Learning Tour of Hawai’i Plantation Village on Friday, January 10th at 11 AM. We'll explore its history from a women's perspective and uncover how it informs and connects to our present-day experiences. 

Thanks to a generous donor, NWF will cover ALL admission tickets!

Very Demanding. Very Minimizing: Imposter Syndrome in Nonprofits

In her thought-provoking article, Esther Saehyun Lee boldly challenges the status quo of the nonprofit sector, writing, "I am an imposter. I don’t belong in the nonprofit sector—as it is. I refuse to subscribe to the values of white saviorism, colonialism, donor worship, poverty tourism, and the self-congratulatory attitude of 'doing good.'" In this discussion, Esther, Vu Le (author of the popular Nonprofit AF blog), and Aleeka Morgan (director of Nurturing Wāhine Fund) will explore key themes from Lee's article and delve into the experience of imposter syndrome within the nonprofit space. Join us for an engaging conversation on how these dynamics shape our sense of belonging and influence the sector.

NWF is hosting an event for Honolulu Tech Week, the state’s largest week of tech events. We are excited to present a panel of aeronautics experts at La Pietra Hawaiʻi School For Girls. The event is free to attend, but RSVP is required.

Wireless Wahine - Hardwired for Innovation in Flight Technology

Join Nurturing Wāhine Fund and La Pietra – Hawaiʻi School for Girls for Wireless Wahine - Hardwired for Innovation in Flight Technology where aeronautics experts will share their experiences and insights on flying. Discover the thrill of flight, technology in aviation, and hear firsthand from these inspiring leaders in the field. This is a unique opportunity for young girls to engage with role models and learn about the exciting possibilities in aviation and flight technology.

Film screening and Discussion at Women's Community Correctional Center:

At NWF, our mission is to ensure everyone is included in our movement to end systemic adversity. That’s why we are hosting events at prisons.

Kemba Smith was sentenced to 24.5 years in prison without the possibility of parole, despite being a first-time, nonviolent offender who was seven months pregnant. A movie was made about her life. We’re grateful she will speak with the women at WCCC, an all-female prison, about rebuilding their lives.

Nurturing Wāhine Fund is featured on the NASA website for The White House National Space Council "Find Your Place in Space" events!

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of exploration, empowerment, and education with the Hawaii Air National Guard 204th Airlift Squadron military personnel. Female students interested in STEM and astronaut recovery operations will receive a briefing on the execution of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program (CCP) Human Space Flight Support (HSFS) mission, visit a space capsule recovery vehicle rigged for airdrop, and tour a USAF C-17 Globemaster III.

With the generous support of the National Football League (NFL), we are set to distribute more than 160 pairs of sneakers to young girls in Maui this upcoming January. Following the shoe distribution, we will read inspiring stories of resilience and courage to the local community. Our community partners include Honolulu Sea Hawkers, Pacific Birth Collective, Ribbons of Aloha, and Hawaii Literacy.

NWF will have the pleasure of hosting a welcome dinner for Wassan Al-Khudhairi, co-curator of Hawaiʻi Triennial 2025. Hawaiʻi Triennial is the state’s largest exhibition of contemporary art from Hawaiʻi, the Pacific, and beyond.

An evening of art & conversation as we extend a warm welcome to Wassan in her new role.

Local kine grindz :)

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