What’s Happening to the Health of the People, Keiki and ‘Aina of Moloka‘i
Wednesday, Dec 4th, 7pm
Pa‘ia Community Center
A Presentation by Walter Ritte and Mercy Ritte
Uncle Walter Ritte will share his wisdom and observations about how Monsanto’s massive GMO seed production on the island of Moloka‘i is affecting the health of its people and its environment.  He speaks from a lifetime of service and activism helping to protect the people and ‘aina of Hawai‘i.

Mercy Ritte, his daughter-in-law, will speak about her organizing other moms and organizations to educate and protect themselves from the chemicals and poisonous fugitive dust issues not only on Moloka‘i but the other islands as well.
A Short General Meeting of Shaka Movement will follow presentation
followed by break out groups into sectors
Walter Ritte Bio:
* A leader in banning GMO taro in the state of Hawai‘i.
* A leader in stopping the bombing of Kaho‘olawe.
* A leader in stopping ramped tourist development on Molokai.
* A leader in the anti GMO movement in Hawaii.

Mercy Ritte Bio:
* Founder of “Moloka‘i Mom on a Mission”
* Founder of “The MOM Hui”

Mercy Ritte, the daughter-in-law of Walter, will speak about her child getting sick from fugitive pesticide dust from GMO fields on the island of Moloka‘i.  Her passion led her to start “Moloka‘i Mom on a Mission” and then later “The MOM Hui”, a support group to empower and encourage other moms to connect with their community and educate others on environmental and human health issues with GMOs/pesticides being the current focus.  There are MOM Hui reps on Kauaʻi, Maui, Oʻahu and Kona.  We will watch her mini-documentary on what one mom can do to make a difference.

SHAKA message:
Please spread the word about this meeting. There is a lot for all of us to learn about GMO farming practices and their effects on our health, ecosystems and future. There’s a lot to learn about our rights and how we can peacefully and effectively assert them. Coming together on this issue is crucial for success.