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Rooted Again: Reconnection, Responsibility, and the Kī to World Peace
By Kaitlyn Gee, PhD Candidate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology To me, the Native Hawaiian sovereignty movement often feels like a house at dusk. The lights are on in the dining room, and everyone is gathered around a table sharing a meal. They’re family, and the aloha they share between them is palpable. It’s not […]
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Native Hawaiian Convention Panel — Gaming: Reclaiming Wealth and Restoring the Lāhui
At the Native Hawaiian Convention 2025, presented by the Hawaiian Council, a breakout panel brought together leaders to explore how gaming — led by Hawaiians, for Hawaiians — can serve as a tool for restoration and reconciliation. Hosted in the Youth Center in Tulalip WA, the discussion featured Brie Coyle Jones, Brandon Makaʻawaʻawa, Ryan Miller, […]
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La Hoʻi Hoʻi Ea: The Enduring Sovereignty of the Hawaiian People
On July 31st, we celebrate La Hoʻi Hoʻi Ea, Sovereignty Restoration Day, a powerful reminder of the Hawaiian Kingdom’s resilience and the restoration of its independence in 1843 after a brief British occupation. This day is not just a historical milestone but a living symbol of the sovereignty that continues to thrive within the Hawaiian […]
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Bill 9: A Step Toward Housing Justice and Hawaiian Sovereignty
By Brandon Maka’awa’awa, Vice President and Minister of Housing, Nation of Hawai‘i As Vice President and Minister of Housing for the Nation of Hawai‘i, I stand in resolute support of Maui County’s Bill 9, which proposes to phase out approximately 6,127 short-term rentals (STRs) on the Minatoya List by July 1, 2028. This policy is […]
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The Army’s “Return” of Hawaiian Lands Isn’t Reconciliation—It’s a Diversion
By Brandon Maka’awa’awa, Vice President The United States Army’s recent announcement that it will allow leases to expire at Mākua, Poamoho, and Kahuku Military Reservations has been hailed by some as a positive step—a gesture that acknowledges decades of community outcry over the environmental destruction and cultural desecration caused by military training. But let’s be […]
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When Culture Becomes Currency: A Hawaiian Response to Las Vegas Marketing Tactics
By the Nation of Hawai‘i News Agency A recent article published by CDC Gaming Reports titled “A Boost in Hawaiian Visitation to Las Vegas Could Help Boyd During F1 Weekend” attempts to spotlight economic optimism—but instead reveals a deeper, more disturbing truth: Native Hawaiian culture continues to be exploited as a marketing tool to drive […]
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Nation of Hawai’i Signs Resolution in Support of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies
The Nation of Hawai’i, rooted in its rich cultural heritage and commitment to environmental stewardship, proudly announces its unwavering support for renewable energy and sustainable technology initiatives.
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Peace and Friendship Treaty Forges Collaboration Between ECO-6, Vanuatu, and Nation of Hawai’i
In a historic move towards global collaboration and economic development, the Independent & Sovereign Nation State of Hawai’i has entered into a comprehensive peace and friendship treaty with the Economic Community of States, Nations, Territories, and Realms of the African Diaspora Sixth Region (ECO-6), the Republic of Vanuatu (represented by the Vanuatu Trade Commission – Ghana), and the World Indigenous Bank
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Honolulu City Council Passes Resolution 23-255 Commemorating the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Apology Resolution
With the passing of Resolution 23-255, the Nation of Hawaii reaffirms its commitment to employing Public Law 103-150 to assert its sovereignty domestically and internationally. The resolution underscores the Nation’s dedication to continuing education on the importance of reconciliation efforts, empowering victims of historical injustices to take proactive steps towards healing and justice.
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Nation of Hawai’i and Yurok Tribe Celebrate Historic Peace and Friendship Treaty Ratification
KLAMATH, CA — The Nation of Hawai’i and the Yurok Tribe, California’s largest federally recognized tribe, proudly announce the historic ratification of a groundbreaking Peace and Friendship Treaty. This monumental achievement signifies a remarkable milestone in the journey toward building connections, fostering international relations, and recognizing nation-to-nation cooperation. The Peace and Friendship Treaty, the first […]
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Aloha First and Nation of Hawai‘i Unite Communities for Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief
Pu’uhonua O Waimanalo, ‘Oahu – In response to the devastating wildfire that has swept through Lāhainā, Aloha First, the non-profit arm of the and the Nation of Hawai‘i is working to bring direct disaster relief efforts to affected communities and Maui ’Ohana. The relief efforts aim to provide immediate assistance and support for those affected […]
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Video: Native Hawaiians Reclaim their Watershed
Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys to Hawaii to investigate the ecological and cultural restoration work of the Independent Sovereign Nation of Hawaii, an aboriginal organization who are actively rebuilding the traditional Ahupua’a watershed-scale agricultural system on the Island of Oahu.