Mizuno recognized by Visayan organization

Representative John Mizuno, who represents the Kalihi area, was recognized for his work as a state lawmaker with a Lapu-Lapu Award from the Congress of Visayan Organizations (COVO) at a dinner and gala held on August 14, 2010.

COVO has brought together Hawaii Visayan organizations since 1985. Its objective is to organize and unify Visayan groups in Hawaii, to perpetuate the Visayan language and cultural traditions, and to assist in the educational, social, and economic advancement of Visayans in the larger Hawaii community.