Category: Hawaii – Filipino
Filipino Americans Building Communities, Filipino Values, Visibility; A Snapshot of Their Historical Moments and Socioeconomic Status
The Filipino American community is one of the largest and fastest-growing Asian American groups in the United States. They represent the third largest Asian American group, with 4.45 million Filipinos, according to recent census data.
What You Need to Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The 2025 reconciliation bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, is now law.
Celebrate Filipino American History Month With Local Events This October
October is Filipino American History Month to celebrate the history and culture of Filipinos in the United States.
Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai‘i Announces Fellows Class of 2026
Applicants went through a rigorous committee interview process with FCCH advisors who are respected community leaders, and some were Fellows themselves.
HIFF Celebrates Filipino American History Month with “Spotlight on the Philippines”
The Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) celebrates its 45th anniversary in October alongside Filipino American History Month. To celebrate, HIFF is highlighting Filipino stories from [Read More…]
Center for Philippine Studies at UH Mānoa Celebrates 50 Years
The Center for Philippine Studies (CPS) at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
WIC Clinics To Remain Open, Food Benefits Fully Available
All scheduled appointments, nutrition education, and benefit issuance services are proceeding as normal.
BOOK REVIEW: From Memory To Meaning
by Rose Cruz Churma This anthology book consists of personal narratives collected by the Filipino Association of University Women (FAUW) and published in August 2025. [Read More…]
“Quezon” Makes International Debut At 45th Hawaii International Film Festival
The Filipino historical film “Quezon,” starring Jericho Rosales, is making its international film debut this October at the 45th Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF45) as [Read More…]
CDC-FDA’s Recommendations for New COVID-19 Vaccinations Are at Odds with Medical Societies, Find Out Who Should Get Vaccinated
Pharmacists and insurance groups indicate that obtaining the COVID-19 vaccine will become more challenging, as it will now require a visit to the doctor instead of the pharmacy.