THE WAIKIKI WIRELES Soroptimist S o r o p t i m i International s t I n t e r n a t of i o n Waikiki a l o f Foundation, W a i k i k i, Inc. I n c. May y 2017 2017-2018 SIWFI Officers Induction June 27, 2017 President Judy Whitfield President Elect Denise Ridge Vice President Shirley Kidani Secretary Sue Bias The Waikiki Wireless is published monthly by the Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 1615 Honolulu, HI 96806 Treasurer Anita Haban Nakamaejo Asst Treasurer Cindy Rasmussen 2-Year Director Carolyn Ballou Delegate Mary Dixon May 26 Program Meeting 12:00 p.m. 2-Yr Foundation Dir. Carol Marx 1-Yr Foundation Dir. Laura Chun
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 2 President s Message Save The Date! The Soroptimist International of the Americas 45th Biennial convention is scheduled for July 30-August 2, 2018 in Yokohama, Japan, so we d like to start planning and saving now! Imagine how exciting it will be to have a large SIWFI contingent in attendance. My experience at the SIA convention last summer in Orlando was superb, and I learned so much about the wonderful people in our organization and the strategy for promoting our Dream programs. It was eye-opening to see the diversity of cultures and countries in which the empowerment of women is such a high priority. I left the conference uplifted and invigorated about the work of Soroptimists to make life better for women and girls. Then, there was also the camaraderie and exchange of pins, greetings, and smiles from far and wide. The SIA conference was informative, and most of all fun. So we ll start talking about possible ways we can assist and encourage everyone to try to make the trip to Japan. More to come Marsha McFadden Marsha McFadden SIWFI President SIWFI Members Buy Beautiful Roses SIWFI officers extend a big mahalo to the following members who bought roses: Judy Whitfield celebrates her passing the test for her Broker s License. Carolyn Balou honors Anita Haban-Nakamaejo for doing the Founder Region Conference Basket (money lei) and accepting the Treasurer s position for 2017-18. Marsha McFadden bought a rose to thank Anita for her service to SIWFI. Mary Dixon celebrates the goodwill of SIWFI and the satisfaction and joy it brings to her life. Phyllis Kam-Young buys a rose in celebration of her son Brent, who was promoted to Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. He is currently deployed in Japan.
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 3 Mahalo to Senator Jill Tokuda Senator Jill Tokuda was the May Program Meeting speaker. Tokuda is currently Chair Senate Labor Committee, and also serves on the Government Operations and Human Services Committees. Senator Tokuda spoke to SIWFI about the challenges of her work in serving the people of Hawaii. SIWFI Hears from Girls Got Grit Development Director Emily Torres brought four young students from Sacred Hearts to talk to SIWFI about supporting a new initiative, often referred to as GGG (Girls Got Grit). This is a mentorship program for the 2017-2018 school year in which these girls will be mentored by some of Hawaii s most outstanding businesses and women. Happy May Birthday! May Anniversaries 3 Jody Allione 2006 Lorene Hopkins \
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 4 University of Hawaii dominates Fellows Selection Three of the four UH Fellowship recipients are pictured with Fellowship Presidents and Directors, SI Honolulu and SIWFI members. 2017 University of Hawaii Fellow Recipients Natalie Nimmer Education Egle Orgeta Biology Nipuni Sirimalwatta Botany Qiong (Linda) Wu Civil Engineering
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 5 SIWFI s LYD Winner Advances to Federation Level SIWFI s Live Your Dream winner Danielle Wallace was selected as the Founder Region LYD winner and will move on to consideration for the Federation Award. She received $1,000 from Founder Region, a $500 Best Buy gift card and a $5,000 check from SIA. Money lei, created by Anita Haban-Nakamaejo, for Founder Region Conference Basket Soroptimist District VI presidents representing Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Guam, Marianas and Saipan are stars at Founder Region. Bravo, Marsha McFadden!
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 6 Pau Hana Hangout Please join us at Na Lama Kukui (fka Gentry Pacific Design Center) 560 N. Nimitz Highway. Meet at Studio Becker which is inside and to the right. We will also visit 87ZERO and Blueprint Audio Visual. Wine, dessert and coffee have been donated. If you wish to help with the cost of Pupus, please bring $5 cash.
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 7 Shelter creates joy and laughter while addressing a need Shower caddies filled with 22 personal items were wrapped as a Mother's Day gift for the women at our adopted Shelter. Phyllis Kam-Young hosted the successful and rewarding event at her home. Shirley Kidani, Mary Dixon, Cindy Rasmussen, Sharon Chai, Carolyn Ballou, Miranda Linsky and Anita Haban-Nakamaejo brought salads, desserts and donated items to the event. Anne Sutton and Jun Look contributed cash donations. Shelley Mapp, staff member at the Shelter, graciously received the 11 wrapped shower caddies in time for distribution on Mother's Day.
Waikiki Wireless Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. May 2017 8 SIWFI s Calendar of Events May 23 12:00 p.m. Program Meeting Pacific Club 1:00 p.m. Board Meeting June 13 12:00 p.m. Business Meeting Pacific Club June 27 12:00 p.m. Installation of New Officers and Directors; Induction of New Member 1:00 p.m. Board Meeting Pacific Club Soroptimist International of Waikiki Foundation, Inc. Soroptimist International of the Americas P.O. Box 1615 Honolulu, HI 96806