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From Hawai‘i to the United Nations: Advancing an Unresolved Case
This past week, the Nation of Hawai‘i brought its voice to the global stage at the 25th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII), advancing a message grounded in lived experience, legal reality, and active governance.
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Nation of Hawai‘i Opens UNPFII 2026 with Lahaina Intervention, Calling for International Investigation
Day 1 intervention centers Indigenous leadership, displacement, and human rights in the wake of Lahaina wildfire
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Nation of Hawaiʻi to Host Maui Delegation at United Nations, Advancing Dialogue on Lāhainā Wildfires and Sovereignty
Independent Native Hawaiian government to elevate Maui voices at UNPFII 2026 through formal interventions and Lāhainā Rising screening
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Nation of Hawaiʻi Coordinates Relief Efforts Following Kona Low Storms
HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI — In response to the recent Kona Low storm system impacting communities across all Hawaiian Islands, the Nation of Hawaiʻi is actively coordinating disaster relief and recovery efforts, with a focus on direct community support, resource distribution, and ongoing clean-up coordination. Heavy rains, flooding, and high winds have affected multiple regions, with particularly […]
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Nation of Hawai‘i Film Commission: Film, Television & Digital Production in Hawai‘i
The Nation of Hawai‘i Film Commission serves as an advisory body supporting film, television, documentary, and digital media production aligned with Hawaiian cultural stewardship and long-term economic development.
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Rooted in ʻĀina, Rising in Enterprise: Puʻuhonua Mākeke Flourishes at Puʻuhonua O Waimānalo
On the sovereign landbase of Puʻuhonua O Waimānalo, beneath the Koʻolau and grounded in cultivated ʻāina, Puʻuhonua Mākeke continues to grow as a powerful expression of cultural resurgence and community-driven enterprise. Recently featured by HiNowDaily, the marketplace was highlighted as a space rooted in culture and connection — a gathering that reflects both the entrepreneurial […]
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Nation of Hawaiʻi Emphasizes Governance and Cultural Safeguards in Gaming Discussions
The February Tourism & Gaming Working Group held its third session at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, focusing on how gaming policy should be evaluated in the context of Hawaiʻi’s unique cultural and institutional landscape.
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Nation of Hawai‘i Calls for Deliberate Process in Gaming Testimony Before Legislature
HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI — The Nation of Hawai‘i today testified before the Hawaiʻi State Legislature regarding two measures: HB2570 (Relating to Sports Wagering) and HB1945 (Relating to Gaming on Cruise Ships). Vice President Brandon Makaʻawaʻawa, who serves on the State’s Tourism and Gaming Working Group, delivered testimony grounded in the Nation’s broader position: governance first, listening […]
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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.