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, 'Aina A foha Economic Futu' res Huhau Action Agenda Alignment Assessment -a inaa.LuhafLitures.cgrn In this time of hulihia,where long-standing systems are overturned and our vulnerabilities are[aid bare,we have a rare opportunity to shift mindsets and forward plans for a stronger and more sustainable Hawaii founded on'5ina aloha—a deep a ind abiding love for HawaiTs commu nities and natural enviro nme Central to this effort is the ability of our Community to determine the direction of our h u liau,our turning point towards positive transformation, Below is a high-level framework of community-defined actionable goals intended to guide the development and prioritization of more specific proposals. I �0 Aina Aloha (Check all that apply) We affirm that Native Hawailian culture and perspectives are strengths In rebuilding a resilient Hawaill,and we seek to: 0 Place as a top priority the wellt-bei ng of our* i na,water sources,oceans,skies,and the biodiversity iversity i ntegra I to these,recogn izi ng the long held understanding that the'5 ina is our ali'i,and we are its servants. El Exercise the traditional and cultural rights of'biwi H awa i'i and place'ike kOpuna as a foundation upon which ich we determine our actions. 0 Empower ire decision making circles those whose life work embodies the wisdom of the first and highly successful stewards of Hawaii especial ly when such decisions affect our natural environment and the cultural practices that take place in its embrace. 0 Assert collective kuleana to restore degraded environments,sustainably manage human-occupied spaces,and protect the vibrancy of intact ecosystems. El Recognize,as is occurring worldwide,that Indigenous perspectives,insights,and genealogical connections to place are essential to ensuring environmental vibrancy and community cohesion. 0 Address historical and current injustices against'Oiwi Hawaii,including water rights and issues related to h�istorical hoa'aina or land tenant rights. 0 Honor the fact that'(Diwi Hawaii are a living,evolving people whose well-being is central to Hawaili's continued vitality and that collective well- being is intrinsically tied to the health and well-being of aur` ina. 0 recognize that climate change is creating a future with new challenges and difficulties,req u i ri ng the development of solutionsgrou nded in principles of resiliency,susta i nabitity,and the Hawaiian concept of'aina aloha,or beloved homeland. We embrace inclusivity as a foundational aspect of our culture in Hawaili to: 0 Honor the roles of'6iwi,kama'a-ina,and newer residents alike,who have demonstrated our deep aloha for Hawaii and its communities by fulfilling our kuleana of being strong contributors to HawaiTs vitality for our communities today and for the generations to come. Advance economic equity as well as social and political justice for all. Support Hawaii stakeholders who embody the values of'5ina aloha to be heard in discussions determining the future of Hawai'i.