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The Native Hawaiian Innovation Center is a 501(c)(3) organization that develops strategies and programs to provide easy access to free and affordable educational and innovative resources for students, teachers, veterans, service members, and their families. 

Future Inventors Program (FIP)

  • The Future Inventors Program (FIP) introduces students from diverse backgrounds to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). 


  • Through their coursework, students gain knowledge in physics, aerodynamics, nanotechnology, robotics, navigation, and mapping.


  • By utilizing resources and working with trained experts, students can satisfy their curiosity, tackle challenges, and develop solutions.


  • The program aims to motivate inventors of dual-purpose technologies, turning their ideas into reality and empowering them to become confident inventors.


  • Visit www.GroupIQTC.com for more information about the program.

Future Farmers Program (FFP)

  • A Hawaii-based agronomy program to inspire and integrate advanced technical sciences with business management to build resilient, modern operations for students, educators, future farmers, and local farms, leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and green-technology systems customized to minimize local costs while expanding production.


  • Provide education and training for local farmers, including beginners and those looking to scale up an existing operation, on technology collaboration.


  • Broker business opportunities with the U.S. Department of Defense and major global suppliers in Asia, Europe, and the Americas through established partnerships.

Workforce Development and Career Programs

Through established partnerships based on FIP training, certified participants are considered for internships and career opportunities, with a success rate of over 90% in various fields.

Key Resources

Core Team

  • Group IQ - https://GroupIQ.com
  • OpenEDG - https://OpenEDG.org
  • Arduino - https://Arduino.cc
  • USPTO Learning Resources: For Teachers, Students, Inventors, Entrepreneurs, and Communities - https://USPTO.gov

Educational Institutions

  • Hawaii Department of Education https://HawaiiPublicSchools.org
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology https://MIT.edu
  • University of California, Los Angeles https://UCLA.edu

Founders

The Akiu Family

Advisors

Mahalo!

Alison, Marc, Ryan, Adam, Kaniela Sr, Sebbie, Sally, Marie, Nana V., Hale, Lao, Ken, Sue, Merrill, Pop D, Kam 1, Henry, Leo, Ben, Albert, Steve,  Steven, John, Donald, Chowder, and Ke Akua.

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