About Us


We Are Oceania (WAO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity serving the Micronesian and Pacific Island communities throughout the state, is aimed at centralizing the support system for all Micronesian communities, families, and individuals in Hawai‘i.

Our Mission

The mission of We Are Oceania (WAO) is to empower our community to navigate success while honoring the integrity of our diverse heritage.

Who We Are

We Are Oceania (WAO) was founded by a group of Micronesians and is led by Micronesians to advocate for the health of individuals and families, empowering them to weave their indigenous skills, knowledge, being, and values with their newly acquired knowledge of their new community in Hawaiʻi, to reach their full potential and become self-sufficient.

Our Leadership

Our Leadership

Founders and Board of Directors

Our Team

Our Team

Meet the team that makes it all happen

Our Partners

Our Partners

Gratitude for the power in our sail

Featured Programs

Micronesian Youth Summit 2025

The 7th Annual Micronesian Youth Summit (MYS) on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the Hawai'i...

A+JOJO Scholarship

The Dr. Joakim Peter Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy and memory of the late Dr. Joakim...

Micronesian One-Stop Center

Our Micronesian One-Stop Center provides a range of services to assist Micronesians living in...