This study seeks to understand the benefits of Waipā Foundationʻs work over the time that it has been in operation and to help us chart the future of Waipā.

We hope to learn more about the impact our work has had on āina, program participants, community, cultural practices, food systems, and the field of `āina stewardship and education in Hawai`i.

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The study will include interviews, surveys, group discussions, observation, and a review of the data gathered over the past 30 years. Date gathering will be completed by end October 2024.

If you have questions about the impact study or would like the findings shared with you, please contact Aukahi Austin Seabury at (808)-224-7130 or aukahiaustin@gmail.com

Aukahi Austin Seabury, Ph.D. is the lead evaluator for an impact study being conducted with Mahina Duarte Consulting, LLC. Aukahi was chosen as the evaluator due to her broad expertise derived from her experiences as a psychologist, evaluator, and leader of a nonprofit organization. She was also chosen for her particular experience with evaluation in Native Hawaiian health and education contexts through a culturally-minded approach.