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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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Brandon Makaawaawa •
June 8, 2025
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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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Brandon Makaawaawa •
May 23, 2025
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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 Hawaii •
May 1, 2025
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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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Nation of Hawaii •
January 31, 2024
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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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Nation of Hawaii •
January 31, 2024
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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 Hawaii •
November 2, 2023
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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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Nation of Hawaii •
October 16, 2023
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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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Nation of Hawaii •
August 14, 2023
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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.
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Nation of Hawaii •
January 22, 2023
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Nation of Hawai’i Signs Treaty of Perpetual Peace and Constant Friendship with the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe
WAIMANALO, HI – The Independent & Sovereign Nation of Hawai’i and the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe are proud to announce the signing of a Perpetual Peace and Constant Friendship treaty, during a special ceremony held at Nation of Hawai‘i’s landbase, Pu’uhonua O Waimānalo. This historic treaty marks the beginning of a promising relationship between the two […]
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Nation of Hawaii •
January 13, 2023