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About OER

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Creating an economy for Oʻahu that is more diverse, equitable, and filled with good jobs that care for our people and our place

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What is Regenerative Tourism?

  • A partnership with the community and the hospitality industry to better care for our people and our place
  • Aligned with the Oʻahu Destination Management Action Plan

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Our Four Priorities

  1. Buy local
  2. Transportation
  3. Short-term rentals
  4. Better manage popular destinations

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DASL: Dine, Art, Shop and Love Chinatown - Nov 23, 2024

OBJECTIVES

  • Promote Local Arts
  • Boost Economic Activity
  • Community Engagement

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DASL: Dine, Art, Shop and Love Chinatown - Nov 23, 2024

EVENT HIGHLGHTS

  • Art Performances
  • Fashion Show
  • Street Performances
  • Shop Local
  • Dine in Chinatown

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DASL: Dine, Art, Shop and Love Chinatown - Nov 23, 2024

PARTNERS

  • City & County Departments
  • Hawai’i Theatre
  • Hawai’i Tourism Authority
  • O’ahu Visitors Bureau
  • Chinese Chamber of Commerce
  • Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement
  • Downtown Art Center

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DASL Key Takeaways

  • Celebrate Chinatown’s rich cultural heritage
  • Support local artists and businesses
  • Foster community engagement
  • Contribute to Chinatown’s ongoing revitalization

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Mahalo