In the face of the current climate emergency, we need bold action to ensure that our keiki inherit a liveable planet. Hawaiʻi already feels the impacts of the climate crisis — and they're made worse by environmental contamination and irresponsible land and water policies. I believe the solutions will come from the wealth of Indigenous knowledge we hold here. I champion policies that protect our island ecosystem, revitalize local food systems, support a just transition away from fossil fuels, and hold polluters accountable.

I've been fighting for environmental justice for years. As a member of the Oʻahu Water Protectors, I worked to shut down the Red Hill Fuel Facility. As a board member of Hawaiʻi Peace and Justice, I helped build a program empowering youth in environmental advocacy. And I've worked with advocates to draft policies that reduce harmful agrochemicals, incentivize regenerative agriculture, and support a sustainable local food system