Hawaii State Public Library System Sponsors Kumu Hina's Bullying Prevention Campaign
Hawaiian Anti-Bullying Film to Screen at Libraries Statewide
An educational toolkit for safe and inclusive schools.
HONOLULU, HI, Sept. 14, 2015 - The Hawaii State Public Library System will present "A Place in the Middle" - a short Hawaiian film at the heart of a new bullying prevention campaign
centered on cultural empowerment and gender inclusion - in a series of
screenings at eight selected public libraries statewide from Friday,
Sept. 18 through Wednesday, Oct. 28. (See list below for screening
locations, dates, and times.)
Created by Kumu Hina Wong-Kalu,
and directed by Emmy-winners Dean Hamer and Joe Wilson, "A Place in
the Middle" tells the true story of a young girl who dreams of leading
the boys' hula troupe at her Honolulu school, and an inspiring teacher
who uses traditional Hawaiian culture to empower her. After each
screening, the team will talk story with the audience about the film
and educational campaign - supported by Pacific Islanders in
Communications, Hawaii People's Fund, Ford Foundation, and PBS Learning
Media.
"We encourage our patrons to
learn more about Hawaii's rich cultural heritage through our libraries'
resources and programs," said State Librarian Stacy Aldrich. "As
community hubs, libraries serve as the perfect venues to host
discussions that enable our patrons to connect, learn and celebrate
Hawaii's indigenous and diverse cultures."
This one-hour program is suitable for students, parents, and educators interested in Hawaiian culture and community-based efforts to make schools safe and inclusive for all. Free DVDs and teaching guides will be available for participants committed to using them in their work.
"A Place in the Middle" Film & Talk Story Events
Sept. 18 (Friday) - 6:00pm: Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library (Kamuela, Hawaii Island)
Sept. 29 (Tuesday) - 6:00pm: Kahuku Public & School Library (Oahu)
Oct. 3 (Saturday) - 3:00pm: Kihei Public Library (Maui)
Oct. 7 (Wednesday) - 6:30pm: Waianae Public Library (Oahu)
Oct. 14 (Wednesday) - 6:30pm: Waimanalo Public & School Library (Oahu)
Oct. 15 (Thursday) - 6:00pm: Hawaii State Library (Honolulu)
Oct. 22 (Thursday) - 6:00pm: Hanapepe Public Library (Kauai)
Oct. 28 (Wednesday) - 5:00pm: Molokai Public Library (Kaunakakai)
For more information, contact Library Development Services Manager, Susan Nakata, at (808) 831-6878.
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