The Ho’ōla Nā Pua Advocacy Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and companies, who have joined the fight against sexual exploitation by taking a courageous public stand on behalf of vulnerable children in Hawaii. These individuals and organizations are committed to supporting the systemic changes needed to end exploitation and are strong supporters of Ho’ola Na Pua’s mission, programs, and service to our community.
These awards are given out annually. This year the following individuals were recognized for their significant contributions to our community at the annual Pearl Gala. We thank them for their selfless commitment to ending sex trafficking. We recognize each of these individuals for their contributions to this fight. Let’s turn the tide against trafficking together as we prevent exploitation and care for the exploited.
JOHN DEAN
BOARD MEMBER, CENTRAL PACIFIC BANK
FARSHAD TALEBI
FORMER DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL, KITSAP COUNTY
PAUL MALANA
SPECIAL AGENT, HOMELAND SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS
THE MACNAUGHTON GROUP FOUNDATION
INTERNET CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN TASK FORCE
“I think we are all here for a purpose and I would like to think we are making a difference and making the world a better place. We need to better recognize what is going on in our community and we need to advocate for these children…”
HNP – John Dean Vimeo from HNP on Vimeo.
“There is a need for a response, a coordinated effort. It is hard for me to sit on the sidelines and not do anything. I want to use my 10 years of experience to help in any way I can.”
HNP – Farshad Talebi Vimeo from HNP on Vimeo.
“I can tell you that it was deeply inspiring and very powerful. It was clear to us that we needed to bring this to the MacNaughton Foundation as an area of focus and support.”
HNP Advoccacy MacNaughton from HNP on Vimeo.
