Chikin Melele exists because of the many people who have shared their time, skills, and trust with us.
We extend our sincere thanks to:
- Executive editor Melanie Carbine writing since 2020
- Xander Pictures, for video production and visual storytelling
- Alex Rhowuniong, Chuukese freelance correspondent based in Guam, having reported for Pacific Daily News and Marianas Variety–Guam
- Hilary Hosia, past and occasional contributor, known for reporting for the Marshall Islands Journal
- Jasmine Stole Weiss, whose newsletter The Husk we occasionally republish with permission
- William Swain, Marshallese translator and original contributor to the Jitdam Kapeel column
- Translation support from Mina, Bonita, and Alinton
We also acknowledge Patrick Boaz, the previous owner of Chikin Melele, who helped establish the publication in its earlier years. While he is no longer affiliated with Chikin Melele in any capacity, we recognize his role in its history.
