Transforming Hawai‘i’s justice system through Native Hawaiian cultural practices and values.
Be Part of the Movement. Step Into Impact.
E Hoʻowaiwai Ē
July 19, 2026
Welina mai kākou e nā hoa o ʻEkolu Mea Nui
Welcome to the official website of ʻEkolu Mea Nui. This website has been developed as a resource for our community, providing access to programming for our ʻōpio, and championing the transformation of Hawaiʻiʻs justice system through Native Hawaiian cultural practices and values.
We envision a pono justice system in Hawai‘i that heals and empowers individuals, ‘ohana, and communities.
Big Ideas, Real Impact
⚠️ This event has been postponed
New date: TBD Summer 2026
In the Media
Our Programming
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Nā ʻŌpio Waiwai
Nā ʻŌpio Waiwai are our youth ambassadors who have been impacted, directly or indirectly, by the criminal justice system. This initiative is our commitment to breaking cycles of intergenerational incarceration by empowering youth to build strong, hopeful, and purpose-driven futures.
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Hoʻiwai Innovative Research Institute
Hoʻiwai is a community-based research institute committed to producing rigorous, culturally grounded research rooted in Native Hawaiian values and ways of knowing.
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Hoʻiwaiwai Farms & Healing Center - Punaluʻu
This farm provides a healing opportunity for families to work on the land, commune with the ʻāina and heal through togetherness and hands-on work that provides for the larger lāhui.
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Crack House - Seeds of Change
Ekolu Mea Nui’s signature crack seed mix showcases over a dozen different seeds. All proceeds support our work to transform Hawai‘i’s justice system through Native Hawaiian cultural practices and values
WIPCE 2025
WIPCE 2025
Mahalo for joining us at WIPCE 2025 (Auckland, NZ) for our presentation on Hoʻiwai: A Native Hawaiian Framework for Healing, Justice, and Collective Liberation
