SoCal PICRT

Another month in the books, THANK YOU MAY!!! 🌊✨

Showed up & showed out all Pacific Islander Heritage Month, building relationships, holding space, and staying rooted in our people and culture. So many amazing things happened! We are grateful to carry the work forward with you all and be apart of something much bigger!!

Cheeehooo to a successful month 🎉🗣️

💜 We’re proud to launch our Opioid & Stimulant Awareness Program!

Through culturally grounded education, prevention, and community resources, we’re working to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support the health and well-being of our Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities.

Together, we heal. Together, we thrive.🫶🏽🫂

🌱✨ Join us for another episode of Roots of Resilience as we uplift Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander leaders creating spaces for healing, wellness, and community care.

This Wednesday, we’ll be joined by Vaelupe Ma’aele-Gonzalez of Pasifika Rooted Therapy to talk story about mental health, cultural healing, and the importance of creating spaces where our Pasifika communities feel seen, supported, and rooted. 🌺🤝🏽

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕕 6PM
📍 Zoom + YouTube Live
🔗 bit.ly/SoCalRoR

Hosted by ‘Alisi Tulua and Lorraine Logoai.
Come learn, connect, and celebrate our NHPI community with us 💚

Celebrating the Pasifika entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners building spaces rooted in culture, community, and purpose.

From food and fashion to wellness, art, and entertainment, these businesses reflect the creativity, hustle, and resilience of our people. 🌊✨

Honoring the Pasifika leaders creating their own lanes and pouring back into the community through everything they build.

Support small businesses!

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Celebrating the Pasifika educators, scholars, counselors, artists, and leaders continuing to uplift our communities through education, mentorship, and advocacy. 📕 📝

Their work reflects the strength of our people, the importance of representation, and the legacy we continue to build for future generations. From classrooms to community spaces, Pasifika excellence continues to lead with purpose, culture, and care. 🌊✨

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

We’re highlighting emerging Pasifika leaders who continue to show up and support our communities everyday. 🌊✨

Honoring the journeys, growth, and healing that shape who they are today as they reflect on the advice they would give their younger selves. 👧🏽👦🏽🫂

What would you tell your younger self? ✨

🌱✨ Join us for another episode of Roots of Resilience as we spotlight Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander small business journeys, leadership, and the power of community.

This Friday, we’ll be joined by Spencer Faatoalia of Faiahouse Grill & Catering to talk story about resilience, entrepreneurship, and building dreams rooted in culture, family, and service. 🔥🤝🏽

📅 Friday, May 22, 2026
🕕 6PM
📍 Zoom + YouTube Live
🔗 bit.ly/SoCalRoR

Hosted by Peter Afemata & Upu Ama.
Come support, learn, and celebrate our NHPI community with us! 🌺

Putting the PI in AAPI 🏝️ 🌊

This Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting Pasifika creators who are showing up, speaking out, educating, creating, and making sure our stories are seen. From culture to comedy, family, fashion, food, advocacy, and everyday islander life — these creators are reminding everyone that Pacific Islanders have always been a vital part of the conversation.

Swipe through to support some creators who are repping the community loud and proud 🤍✨

Tag your favorite Pasifika creators below that you want to celebrate!! 🎊 ✨

🌱 ROOTS OF RESILIENCE 🌱

Have you met the CEO of Team No Choice🤣😭? We are so honored to have Kelani Silk, the leader who does it all, join us for Episode 28✨. Kelani is the owner of Ja'Nei Island Goods & Services which brings the beauty created by the sacred hands of Marshallese women to our homes. 🌺🌴

In her day job, Kelani leads the community in her dual roles as the Executive Director of Mashallese Youth of Orange County and the National Marshallese Community Coalition. However, she is joining to share about the small business she runs alongside her family. 🌊🇲🇭

You won’t want to miss this powerful and FUN 🎉 conversation!

🗓️ Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ 6PM
📍 YouTube Channel

Honoring the artists, cultural practitioners, storytellers, choreographers, educators, and creatives who continue to move our Pasifika communities forward. 🌺✨

Through dance, music, art, storytelling, and cultural preservation, your work creates spaces where our people feel seen, represented, and connected.

This Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re proud to highlight and nominate these incredible individuals for the impact they continue to make across our communities. 🌊

Your creativity is more than art — it’s legacy.