HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE TEACHERS PRAY ON WAIKIKI BEACH, 2003-07-22 (photo)

Wilsam Keahaaina, 30, (far right) of Honolulu and Kahuanani Kalua, 25, of Waipahu, hold hands and pray with about a hundred other native Hawaiian language teachers, July 22, 2003 on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu. Only a few years ago the Hawaiian language was a rare form of communication but recently, with support from native speakers like the members of the 'Aha Puanna Leo' group, cultural programs and instruction are keeping alive the Hawaiian language and culture for preschool children and adults alike throughout the islands. Picture taken July 22, 2003. REUTERS/Lucy Pemoni LP/HB