Connection
We cultivate meaningful ties to Hawaiʻi by sharing cultural knowledge and creating spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can engage with tradition.
Kuleana
Deeply-rooted in responsibility, we honor our role as stewards of Native Hawaiian culture, ensuring ancestral practices are shared with care, integrity, and respect.
belonging
Our programs foster inclusive, intergenerational communities where participants feel seen, valued, and empowered to carry culture forward in their own lives.
Our Mission
To Preserve and Perpetuate the Culture and Traditions of Hawai'i
ʻUmeke cultivates connection to Hawaiʻi by preserving and sharing Native Hawaiian cultural traditions through intergenerational learning, storytelling, and accessible community programs. Rooted in kuleana, we strengthen identity, foster healing, and build bridges across communities.
Our Vision
We envision a future where Hawaiian culture is shared across the diaspora, sustaining a living connection to Hawaiʻi, strengthening intergenerational bonds, and empowering communities to carry forward ancestral knowledge with care, integrity, and inclusivity.
