Workers on strike at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki stayed strong and kept up the energy on Saturday! Meanwhile, local Filipino community leaders joined striking workers at the picket line. Picketing workers were treated to cultural performances by the “Tekniqlingz Crew,” Miss Oahu Filipina – Ms. Lheo Mabiog, students of the Philippine Studies Program at Leeward Community College, and karaoke performances. Filipino dessert treat were also handed out. A special thanks to Mr. Ron Menor, Chair- NaFFAA, Hawaii Region who organized today’s events and to the following organizations who participated: NaFFAA, the United Filipino Council of Hawaii, the Oahu Filipino Community Council, the Filipino Coalition for Solidarity, Nakem Youth, LCC Phillipine Studies Program, FilAm Citizens League, Tekniqlingz Crew (Josh, Louise, Don, Karen and Gabe) and Ms. Oahu Filipina, Ms. Lheo Mabiog.
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We also captured some of the day’s events on video: