ʻŌpūaliʻi

Benevolent and courageous leadership

Leadership through island consciousness is one that emulates an enduring affection for Hawai‘i—its lands and oceans, environment, people, and pono stewardship of natural and cultural resources (this more accurately describes what kind of leadership it is). ‘Ōpūali‘i is selfless leadership that exemplifies the virtues of compassion, care, forgiveness, and aloha coupled with boldness, thoughtfulness, and strength.

Our Shared Kuleana

Practicing ʻŌpūaliʻi is part of our shared kuleana (responsibility) and kūlana (role) to care for Hawaiʻi and each other. Watch the video and read more below to consider what this value looks like in daily life, work, and community.

The Hawai‘i’s Soul Framework

The Hawai‘i’s Soul framework describes what it means to live with island consciousness and in a reciprocal relationship with all living things: the ‘āina, ocean, sky, the kānaka who originated from these islands, and all who call Hawai‘i home. ʻŌpūaliʻi is one of the framework’s core values and offers guidance for how this relationship is practiced. Learn more here.

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Our Shared Values

ʻĀina Momona

Creating an abundant ‘āina
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Aloha

Compassion and kindness with reciprocity
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Kaiāulu

Care for community
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Pilina

Fostering healthy relationships
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