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The culture of the Native Hawaiians encompasses the social behavior, institutions, and norms practiced by the original residents of the Hawaiian islands, including their knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, customs, capabilities, and habits.
Native Hawaiians (also known as Indigenous Hawaiians, Kānaka Maoli, Aboriginal Hawaiians, or simply Hawaiians; Hawaiian: kānaka, kānaka ʻōiwi, Kānaka Maoli, and Hawaiʻi maoli) are the Indigenous Polynesian people of the Hawaiian Islands.
Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (NHPI) is a term used to identify the Indigenous peoples of Oceania. Inheriting cultures that are thousands of years old, the NHPI communities (contemporarily divided into Micronesia, Melanesia, and Polynesia) are highly diverse and unique, while sharing many commonalities and values as Indigenous peoples of ...
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May 1, 2022 · Stream documentaries and learn facts to celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian heritage.
There are numerous cultural values important to Native Hawaiians. Those mentioned here were selected because they are often relevant or helpful in the healthcare setting. However, this is not meant to be an exhaustive list of Native Hawaiian values or beliefs.
The book Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture in 101 Objects offers a remarkable exploration of the experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders through a thoughtful selection of 101 objects from across the Smithsonian’s vast holdings.
May 1, 2024 · Asian American and Pacific Islander or Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is not just about showcasing festive fare like food and fashion, but hard subjects like grief and social justice. The rise of anti-Asian hate during the pandemic only heightened that effort.
