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E Ala Ea was founded by Kaleinohea Cleghorn, a ceremonialist with deep roots in hula and chant traditions. Kaleinohea’s lineage includes a pioneering mother, the first Native Hawaiian
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Hōʻā has collaborated with E Ala Ea to develop the Haʻialono and Ku Mai series, an initiative dedicated to fostering profound connections among individuals and recognizing the sacredness of self, relationships, and the environment through the rich traditions of Hawaiian chant and dance. E Ala Ea functions as a pivotal force in re-establishing relationships with ‘āina (land) while empowering individuals to explore their identities through transformative cultural practices. E Ala Ea focuses on the many ways to deepen a connection with self and our surroundings, highlighting the significance of maintaining harmonious relationships with one's spirit, with ‘āina, and with others.
E Ala Ea was founded by Kaleinohea Cleghorn, a ceremonialist with deep roots in hula and chant traditions. Kaleinohea’s lineage includes a pioneering mother, the first Native Hawaiian to obtain a Master’s degree in Hawaiian Archaeology, as well as an ancestral connection to Princess Kaʻiulani Cleghorn. This rich heritage informs the organization's mission, enhancing its commitment to cultural revitalization and community engagement.
In an important exchange of culture, people of the Pit River Nation community join the Aha Pule ‘Āina Holo on Hawai‘i Island, while HŌʻĀ participates in their Ancestral Run in Northern California.
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The bond between Hawai‘i and the Pit River Nation goes beyond the Ancestral Run, drawing from stories shared over generations. Pit River elders recount that Hawaiians once traveled by canoe to their lands to visit Mt. Shasta, teaching a hula that is still preserved within the community.
This exchange of cultural practices has evolved into today’s ceremonial runs, underscoring mutual respect and the preservation of sacred traditions. The original run was Initiated around 1992 by Radley Davis and members of the Pit River community, the Ancestral Run aims to restore community well-being, resilience, and cultural pride in the face of health and social challenges.
The Pit River Nation, which includes eleven autonomous bands such as Ajumawi, Atsugewi, and Atwamsini, has a deep-rooted connection to the “100-mile square” area in Northern California, a landscape central to their heritage.
Nuchatlaht is a small community located approximately 3 hours west of Campbell River in a remote portion of Vancouver Island.
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Hōʻā has collaborated with E Ala Ea to develop the Haʻialono and Ku Mai series, an initiative dedicated to fostering profound connections among individuals and recognizing the sacredness of self, relationships, and the environment through the rich traditions of Hawaiian chant and dance. E Ala Ea functions as a pivotal force in re-establishing relationships with ‘āina (land) while empowering individuals to explore their identities through transformative cultural practices. E Ala Ea focuses on the many ways to deepen a connection with self and our surroundings, highlighting the significance of maintaining harmonious relationships with one's spirit, with ‘āina, and with others.
E Ala Ea was founded by Kaleinohea Cleghorn, a ceremonialist with deep roots in hula and chant traditions. Kaleinohea’s lineage includes a pioneering mother, the first Native Hawaiian to obtain a Master’s degree in Hawaiian Archaeology, as well as an ancestral connection to Princess Kaʻiulani Cleghorn. This rich heritage informs the organization's mission, enhancing its commitment to cultural revitalization and community engagement.
Hōʻā and Hāmākua Harvest are vital cornerstones of the Honokaʻa community, dedicated to promoting cultural preservation, sustainable food production, and community well-being.
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Hōʻā and Hāmākua Harvest are vital cornerstones of the Honokaʻa community, dedicated to promoting cultural preservation, sustainable food production, and community well-being. Lanakila Mangauil, a former board member of Hāmākua Harvest, has been a passionate advocate for their mission, helping to forge a partnership that enriches the lives of local residents and attracts visitors to the area.
HŌʻĀ launched the Hulikalimailalo program, which engages community members in hands-on outdoor activities, sustainable practices, and cultural learning, all centered around mauliola (health and well-being). This initiative has provided a dynamic space where the community can come together for learning, cultural practice, and well-being. Hulikalimailalo became specifically impactful to the GIVE organization during the COVID-19 pandemic. This unique situation brought hundreds of mostly American volunteers from across the continental U.S. to Hawaiʻi instead of the developing countries it usually is in that it couldnt go to because of travel restrictions. Through this partnership, Hōʻā and Hāmākua Harvest have been able to host an array of individuals, schools, visiting families, and local ʻohana, providing a bridge for deeper cultural exchange and understanding.
Founded in 2021, ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi was established when Alohilani Kaiamakini received the kuleana (responsibility) for stewarding 2.5 acres of ancient loʻi kalo in Niuliʻi.
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Founded in 2021, ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi was established when Alohilani Kaiamakini received the kuleana (responsibility) for stewarding 2.5 acres of ancient loʻi kalo in Niuliʻi. Over the course of two years, HŌʻĀ provided vital guidance and support for this extensive restoration process, which included clearing the land, removing invasive species, outplanting native plants, and rallying community support.
These efforts ensured that ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi not only thrived but was also empowered to sustain its vision for the long term. Today, ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi is flourishing, with over 400 pounds of kalo harvested and a vibrant community actively engaged in its stewardship. What began as a small group has transformed into a robust collaborative project, engaging more than 2,000 volunteers in its ongoing mission.
This initiative exemplifies the community’s collective desire to restore and celebrate their cultural heritage, showcasing the power of partnership and commitment to environmental stewardship.
The Asia and Pacific Museum was established in 1973 on the basis of Andrzej Wawrzyniak’s collection donated to the Polish state.
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The Asia and Pacific Museum was established in 1973 on the basis of Andrzej Wawrzyniak’s collection donated to the Polish state. At that time, it numbered 4000 pieces of art and ethnographic objects from Indonesia amassed during his 9-years stay in that country as a diplomat. Such a private collection was unusual in terms of its value and size which was rare at that time. While Andrzej Wawrzyniak was working in the diplomatic service in Vietnam, Indonesia, Laos, Nepal and Afghanistan, he travelled to almost all countries throughout Asia, Australia and most of Oceania, although it was Indonesia that inspired him the most. For this reason, the first name of the museum was the Museum of Nusantara Archipelago, as that region is known in the Malaya language.
It was officially established on 26 February 1973, when the collection was donated, the donator having received a nomination for the position of director, a function he performed until 2013. On 1 January 1976 the name was changed to the Asia and Pacific Museum in Warsaw, which, accordingly, began to gather collections from other regions besides Indonesia. Nowadays, thanks to the activity of the founder and the generosity of donors, it houses over 23,000 objects originating from almost every country within the Asian continent and most of Oceania.
‘Aha ʻĀina ʻo Niuliʻi
Founded in 2021, ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi was established when Alohilani Kaiamakini received the kuleana (responsibility) for stewarding 2.5 acres of ancient loʻi kalo in Niuliʻi.
Over the course of two years, HŌʻĀ provided vital guidance and support for this extensive restoration process, which included clearing the land, removing invasive species, outplanting native plants, and rallying community support. These efforts ensured that ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi not only thrived but was also empowered to sustain its vision for the long term. Today, ‘Aha’aina ʻo Niuliʻi is flourishing, with over 400 pounds of kalo harvested and a vibrant community actively engaged in its stewardship. What began as a small group has transformed into a robust collaborative project, engaging more than 2,000 volunteers in its ongoing mission. This initiative exemplifies the community’s collective desire to restore and celebrate their cultural heritage, showcasing the power of partnership and commitment to environmental stewardship.
Hāmākua Harvest
Hōʻā and Hāmākua Harvest are vital cornerstones of the Honokaʻa community, dedicated to promoting cultural preservation, sustainable food production, and community well-being.
Lanakila Mangauil, a former board member of Hāmākua Harvest, has been a passionate advocate for their mission, helping to forge a partnership that enriches the lives of local residents and attracts visitors to the area.HŌʻĀ launched the Hulikalimailalo program, which engages community members in hands-on outdoor activities, sustainable practices, and cultural learning, all centered around mauliola (health and well-being).
Hulikalimailalo became specifically impactful to the GIVE organization during the COVID-19 pandemic. This unique situation brought hundreds of mostly American volunteers from across the continental U.S. to Hawaiʻi instead of the developing countries it usually is in that it couldnt go to because of travel restrictions. Through this partnership, Hōʻā and Hāmākua Harvest have been able to host an array of individuals, schools, visiting families, and local ʻohana, providing a bridge for deeper cultural exchange and understanding.
Pit River Nation
In an important exchange of culture, people of the Pit River Nation community join the Aha Pule ‘Āina Holo on Hawai‘i Island, while HŌʻĀ participates in their Ancestral Run in Northern California.
The bond between Hawai‘i and the Pit River Nation goes beyond the Ancestral Run, drawing from stories shared over generations. Pit River elders recount that Hawaiians once traveled by canoe to their lands to visit Mt. Shasta, teaching a hula that is still preserved within the community. This exchange of cultural practices has evolved into today’s ceremonial runs, underscoring mutual respect and the preservation of sacred traditions. The original run was Initiated around 1992 by Radley Davis and members of the Pit River community, the Ancestral Run aims to restore community well-being, resilience, and cultural pride in the face of health and social challenges. The Pit River Nation, which includes eleven autonomous bands such as Ajumawi, Atsugewi, and Atwamsini, has a deep-rooted connection to the “100-mile square” area in Northern California, a landscape central to their heritage.
E Ala Ea was founded by Kaleinohea Cleghorn, a ceremonialist with deep roots in hula and chant traditions.
Kaleinohea’s lineage includes a pioneering mother, the first Native Hawaiian to obtain a Master’s degree in Hawaiian Archaeology, as well as an ancestral connection to Princess Kaʻiulani Cleghorn. This rich heritage informs the organization's mission, enhancing its commitment to cultural revitalization and community engagement.
Hōʻā has collaborated with E Ala Ea to develop the Haʻialono and Ku Mai series, an initiative dedicated to fostering profound connections among individuals and recognizing the sacredness of self, relationships, and the environment through the rich traditions of Hawaiian chant and dance. E Ala Ea functions as a pivotal force in re-establishing relationships with ‘āina (land) while empowering individuals to explore their identities through transformative cultural practices. E Ala Ea focuses on the many ways to deepen a connection with self and our surroundings, highlighting the significance of maintaining harmonious relationships with one's spirit, with ‘āina, and with others.
