It’s not all parties, celebrity DJs and Presidential speakers at Flight Centre’s annual Global Gathering, there’s a charitable side too that allows Agents to help make a difference.
During the weekend’s Global Gathering in Hawaii, Flight Centre Foundation along with Hawaiian Airlines arranged for consultants to assist in restoring fish ponds, which had suffered major damage during four tsunamis over the last 80 years.
Consultants were spotted swapping their beach gear in favour of gloves and boots in order to get a little grubby as they removed unwanted mangrove, hau, and bulrushes.
Their efforts optimised conditions for local fish species to grow, thrive and eventually be harvested to feed the local community.
Flighties said it was a humbling experience to learn ancient traditions from Hawaiian fishermen.
“What an amazing experience to be welcomed to the site as part of the communityand to learn about this 800 year old tradition of fish farming.”
Anita Russell, Flight Centre Foundation Head
“So proud of all of our people who gave their heart, time, muscle and sweat to clear a large patch of pesky mangrove in a step towards sustainability.”
Click here to learn more about the work at He’eia.
Additionally, Flighties donated 36 boxes of school stationery to help Hawaii Literacy’s summer reading program. Click here for more on the program.
