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Yiming Fu, “Lahaina’s Micronesians face unique fire recovery hurdles,” AsAmNews

ABOUT THE WORK: This work shares the story of Maui's Micronesian community in Lahaina's fire recovery — a story that had not been told publicly before. In the story, it is discussed how United States policymaking complicates access to federal aid for many Pacific Islanders. The story also delved into the ways Maui's Micronesian community is connected and has roots on the island of Maui.

Yiming Fu is a Maui-based reporter covering Lahaina's long-term fire recovery.

Honorable Mention: Micah Yason, “Chicago’s Kānaka Maoli reclaiming Native Hawaiian culture,” WBEZ Chicago

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