MAUKA

Jbphh Heads Cleanup Efforts

Ka Pilina (relationship and connection) and Lualualei (valley of exible wreaths) or (beloved one spared) - are words that emulate the intentions behind these cleanups. The collective mindset of service members, DoD civilians, and the Hawaiian community was to x years of dumping and restore the aina (land).

A kind reminder that regardless of how long our stay here in Hawaii is, we are patrons of the island, as well as its’ stewards. We all have a shared responsibility to the land, and it is our duty to ensure its continuity for future generations.

“They told me about this opportunity and my son goes to Kamehameha schools out here. So I was like, you know what, we’ll just make a weekend out of it,” added Francois. “I wanted to come over here and do this event and do some good, something for the community.”

A statement echoing the sentiments of many service members who volunteered their weekend time for the days of the cleanups. JBPHH plans to hold cleanups monthly. To volunteer, reach out to your command’s volunteer coordinator.