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A proposed long-term community stewardship and acquisition initiative currently under development. No public financial participation program is currently being offered.
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Native seedling nursery reaches first milestone
Volunteers and kūpuna have begun propagating koa and ʻiliahi seedlings for upcoming watershed planting sites — an early, community-led step in the restoration vision.
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Native seedling nursery reaches first milestone
Volunteers and kūpuna have begun propagating koa and ʻiliahi seedlings for upcoming watershed planting sites — an early, community-led step in the restoration vision.

Community conversation series launches island-wide
A series of community conversations is being planned to invite residents to learn, ask questions, and help shape stewardship priorities across the island.

Draft governance framework released for public review
An initial governance framework outlining structure, oversight, and transparency is being prepared for community input and public review.
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RestorationNative seedling nursery reaches first milestone
Volunteers and kūpuna have begun propagating koa and ʻiliahi seedlings for upcoming watershed planting sites — an early, community-led step in the restoration vision.
CommunityCommunity conversation series launches island-wide
A series of community conversations is being planned to invite residents to learn, ask questions, and help shape stewardship priorities across the island.
GovernanceDraft governance framework released for public review
An initial governance framework outlining structure, oversight, and transparency is being prepared for community input and public review.
ResearchWatershed assessment work begins to take shape
Early planning is underway for a watershed assessment across upland slopes associated with Molokaʻi Ranch, focused on erosion, recharge, and stream health.
ResearchNative wildlife habitat survey being planned
A survey of native wildlife habitat is being planned to identify priority areas for protection and to guide future restoration work.
AnnouncementsʻIliahi recovery research partnership announced
Molokaʻi Heritage is exploring a research partnership focused on the long-term, cautious possibility of ʻiliahi (sandalwood) recovery in native forests.
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