Ka Pewa by Hawaiʻi Community Foundation - Ka Pewa Episode 5: Roots Reborn: Uplifting Maui’s Immigrant Community Through Resilience and Partnership

Ka Pewa Episode 5: Roots Reborn: Uplifting Maui’s Immigrant Community Through Resilience and Partnership

05/16/25 • 26 min

Roots Reborn is a community-led nonprofit born from shared immigrant experiences and a deep commitment to serving Maui’s migrant and immigrant families impacted by the fires. With support from the Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund, Roots Reborn has expanded its services, launched vital recovery programs, and empowered those often overlooked. In this video, the team shares their journey, the real-life impact of this partnership, and how they’re building long-term resilience for generations to come.

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Credits
Brought to you by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation
Hosted by:
Kanoa Leahey
Produced by:
Karey Kapoi, Karey Kapoi, LLC
Video Producer:
Ivy Lagodlagod, HI Style Media
Audio & Mix Producer:
Shawn Pimental
Production Assistants:
Hāloa Dudoit, Karey Kapoi, LLC
Teilana Akre, Karey Kapoi, LLC

Previous Episode

Ka Pewa Episode 4: UHERO: Understanding the Economic Recovery

In this episode of the Ka Pewa Podcast, we sit down with Trey Gordner, Policy Researcher and Data Scientist at UHERO, to explore the economic impacts of the Maui wildfires and what it will take for the community to recover and rebuild. Trey shares key findings from UHERO’s Maui Recovery Report, including insights on housing vulnerabilities, job displacement, and the deeper systemic challenges that existed before the disaster. Together, we talk about the policies, investments, and data-driven solutions that can help shape a more resilient and affordable future for Maui County.

Guest: Trey Gordner