Big dreams for kieki at 20th lelo Youth Xchange awards

HONOLULU (KHON2) — For 20 years, the ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange program has provided access to filmmaker training and mentorship for Hawaiʻi’s keiki. Armed with training and knowledge, many of the keiki who participate in the program go on to become filmmakers, journalists and business leaders. This year, there are over 600 keiki competing in the 20th Annual ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Student Video Competition. There are 52 schools from all over Hawaiʻi being represented. These programs are offered for free at public, private, homeschool and charter schools where certified teachers embark on a journey of developing skills and knowledge and help…