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We envision a vibrant and engaged kaiulu that is multigenerational multiethnic and multitalented applying our skills talents strengths service and aloha to maintain presence and productivity on this ina aloha of Puuwaawaa in cooperation with our hoaloha from public and private agencies as well as individuals. Pilina ina a collaboration of USDA Forest Service University of Hawaii and Akaka Foundation nurtures connections to Hawaiix27s land through immersive learning promoting stewardship and biocultural appreciation. Establishing a Ceratocystis Disease Resistance Program for Metrosideros polymorpha Akaka Foundation For Tropical Forests Preserving Hawaiix27s Biocultural Legacy Guided Towards a Sustainable Future About Us Our Vision Our Mission Empowering Conservation Our Signature Programs Diving Deep Biocultural Education hia Research Community Forests Beyond Kaiulu Puuwaawaa Kaiulu Puuwaawaa formerly Puuwaawaa CommunityBased Subsistence Forestry Area PCBSFA is transforming 84 acres of pastureland into native forests in Puuwaawaa enhancing biocultural education and fostering community wellbeing amidst climate changes. This partnership aims for multigenerational engagement promoting innovative reforestation and stewardship strategies.