The Kaua'i County Committee on the Status of Women will host a free screening of the documentary "Rise of the Wahine" during Women's History Month. According to a release from the County of Kauai, the event is open to the public and will take place on March 8 at 2 p.m. at the Kaua'i Community College Performing Arts Center (KCCPAC). This screening coincides with International Women's Day.
"Rise of the Wahine" tells the story of the University of Hawai‘i Wahine Volleyball team's challenges and successes. The documentary highlights the team's role in advancing gender equality in sports and education, as per the same release. It aligns with the 2025 Women’s History Month theme, "Moving Forward TOGETHER! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations."
Directed by Dean Kaneshiro, the film explores the impact of Title IX on women's sports and education, featuring interviews with figures like Dr. Bernice Sandler and Gwendolyn Mink, along with former team members and coach Dave Shoji. The film showcases the team's contribution to women's athletics.
Kaneshiro shares his personal connection to the story, stating that the experience has inspired him to raise his children with empowerment in mind. He hopes the story of the Wahine team will encourage future generations to challenge inequality.
For more information on the event or to address accessibility needs, visit riseofthewahinefilm.com or contact Kodie Kaina at the Office of Kaua’i Boards and Commissions or Anela Davis for auxiliary aid support.
