Kanaka ʻŌiwi (Native Hawaiian) Carissa Moore, Olympic gold medalist and five-time world surfing champion, is bringing her passion for the ocean and public lands to the University of Â鶹´«Ã½ at ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹. On December 5, Moore will headline a free public event hosted by the in partnership with the Trust for Public Land (TPL).
The event, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Kennedy Theatre, will feature an on-stage conversation between Moore, TPL¡¯²õ Parks Initiative leader, Bianca Clarke, and moderator M¨¡healani Richardson, anchorwoman at Â鶹´«Ã½ News Now. ()
“Protecting and stewarding public lands is critical to our well-being as individuals and society,” said Lea Hong, TPL¡¯²õ Â鶹´«Ã½ state director. “We are so grateful that Carissa is joining us to share her story about the significance of these spaces.”
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Moore grew up surfing at Oʻahu¡¯²õ iconic beach parks and will highlight the essential role of public lands in personal growth and community well-being.
“From landscape architecture to botany, UH trains a wide range of students to take care of Â鶹´«Ã½¡¯²õ public places,” said UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ Provost Michael Bruno. “The work of TPL helps ensure that those lands are protected in perpetuity, and we¡¯re so pleased Carissa is going to spotlight their important work.”
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Moore is an advocate for women¡¯²õ surfing and mental health. In 2018, she founded Moore Aloha, a program that empowers young women through surfing, cultural activities and mentorship.
The Better Tomorrow Speaker Series is a joint initiative of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Community Foundation, Kamehameha Schools, UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ and UH Foundation, with support from local organizations.
For more on information, visit the or email btss@hawaii.edu.