Maori leader to be featured Tuesday at Mayor’s Sustainability Speaker Series

M ā ori leader Moto Peters will discuss ways to enhance ecological ethics on Tuesday, Nov. 12, as part of the County of Maui Mayor ' s Sustainability Speaker Series.

Peters will speak on "Common Unity of Indigenous People's Cultures in the Pacific and Around the World" at noon in the Mayor's Conference Room at the Kalana O Maui county building in Wailuku. At 4:30 p.m., Peters will share about "Cross Polynization Coordination for Peace and our Planet" at the County Office of Economic Development conference room on the third floor at 220 Main St. in Wailuku.

Peters is a pastor and community leader from Whakat ā n e Aotearoa New Zealand. He is known for his contributions to M ā ori cultural preservation, community development and leadership. He is recognized for his work in advocating for Māori rights, promoting the revitalization of the Māori language and his involvement in initiatives that support Māori youth and social well-being.

Peters will discuss current campaigns in Aotearoa and his reflections on ways for enhancing ecological ethics among communit ies to contribute to public policy.

The Mayor's Sustainability Speaker Series features individuals dedicated to caring for our planet, sharing their stories and strategies to protect Maui Nui for future generations. This series aims to facilitate essential conversations on climate change and how we can come together to create a more sustainable Maui Nui and a collective world.

For more information, call the Office of Economic Development at (808) 270-7710.

About the County of Maui Office Innovation & Sustainability (OIS)

OIS, under the Office of the Mayor, is committed to driving environmental and social progress through policies, programs and initiatives, building a resilient community for sustainable prosperity and economic health for current and future generations.

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