The meaning of our name
The meaning of Hoʻōla ʻŌiwi
Hoʻōlato give life again
ʻŌiwithe bones of the people
Our name reminds us that restoration begins with people, identity, memory and connection.
Why stories matter
What We Carry Forward
Our communities hold knowledge in the stories of kūpuna, families, mothers, educators, cultural practitioners and people whose lives are tied to this place.
Listening to those stories helps us remember what came before, understand what people are living through now and make wiser choices for the future.
As the Foundation grows, we hope to document and share stories with care. They will help connect our work in education, maternal health, culture, wellness, community and ʻāina.
Growing from community
There Is More
To Learn
Our story is still being written through conversations, relationships and the people who choose to walk alongside us.
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