INPEACE has named Sanoe Marfil its new Chief Executive Officer effective today, October 1st. Marfil came to INPEACE as a participating parent and later joined the INPEACE ‘ohana in 2006, working her way up to her current position as the Chief Program Officer.

Ka Lama Education Academy is the longest running program of INPEACE. With a deep commitment to our community in Waiʻanae, we cultivate homegrown educators through our Grow Your Own (GYO) Teacher Education program, embodying the spirit of “ka lama kū i ka noʻeau” – the standing torch of wisdom. The program strives to nurture educators deeply rooted in their cultural heritage and committed to serving their community with excellence in education. We envision educators who are not only knowledgeable but also confident, capable, and connected to their community.

The following in is from the July 25, 2024 Hawaiʻi Public Radio article written by Russell Subiono The local nonprofit INPEACE is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. INPEACE stands for “Institute

With the dawn of a new era, our organization proudly announces the lineup of distinguished individuals set to lead as the Board of Directors Officers. 

Since 2011, Our Hoʻāla Program stands as a beacon of support for ‘Ohana with young keiki, ages 0-5. Hoʻāla’s mission is to simplify the lives of families by connecting them with quality childcare and essential financial assistance and is funded by Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu. Through outreach spanning Nānākuli to Keawaʻula &; ‘Ewa/Kapolei on Oʻahu, the island of Kauai, and Hilo, Hawaiʻi, the program ensures that every ‘ohana can cherish precious moments with their keiki and prepare them for a lifelong journey of education.

Jaime Rabelas joined our Hoʻoulu Waiwai program in August 2022, seeking financial coaching. Together with Hoʻoulu Waiwai Program Director/Financial Coach, Nohea Kaolulo, Jaime created, reviewed, and refined her spending plan, eventually gaining the confidence to complete the task alone becoming self-sufficient.