On January 9, Governor Josh Green officially proclaimed 2026 as the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana at a signing ceremony at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol. This year-long, statewide campaign focuses on education, hands-on learning opportunities, responsible recreation, and volunteerism, encouraging communities across Hawaiʻi to celebrate and protect the rich diversity of life found in our coastal habitats.
ハワイでは、2026年はマカヒキ・クレアナ・カハカイ – 海岸のクレアナの年
🤝 A Collective Effort
We are deeply grateful to be one of the partner organizations supporting this initiative, alongside the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and many incredible community partners, including Pacific Birds Habitat Joint Venture, Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response, Hawaiʻi Audubon Society, Hawaiʻi Wildlife Center, Nene.org, the Kauaʻi and Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Projects, 808 Cleanups, Hui o Koʻolaupoko, Livable Maunalua Hui, and others working across the pae ʻāina.
🤲 Get Involved: Honor Your Coastal Kuleana
There are many ways to participate in the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana. DLNR has created a dedicated website where community members can learn about Hawaiʻi’s coastal ecosystems, find volunteer opportunities, access classroom resources, and explore events happening throughout the year:
Our volunteer page is updated regularly, so please check back often for new opportunities. If none of the scheduled dates fit your availability, please reach out to us—we will do our best to accommodate your visit or organize a group opportunity.