Purple Maiʻa Foundation

What to Expect at Eahou Fest 2024! 📣🌀 Mahalo to everyone who has already purchased their tickets and decided to join us on this incredible journey of moʻolelo, culture, and innovation! 🙌 🦎 We’re diving deep into the stories of Mōʻiliʻili, exploring tech, culture, education, and so much more. ❗With just 25 tickets left, now’s the time to secure your spot at this one-of-a-kind festival❗ Don’t miss out—grab your ticket through the link in our bio today 🔗   Get ready to experience the mana of Eahou Fest. See you there! ✊

The Mana Wahine of Cohort 3 ✨ This past weekend was a whirlwind of emotions as we celebrated the remarkable journey of these unique entrepreneurs. Our beautiful hōʻike celebration at @alohilaniresort on Saturday brought together community supporters and the ʻohana of our cohort members, reminding us of the immense strength, resilience, and brilliance required to do what they do. Each of you has displayed incredible courage, passion, and unwavering love for our community—your stories are a source of inspiration. As you swipe through these moments, we hope you feel the deep bonds that have been formed, the valuable lessons learned, and the dreams that are now blossoming. We are profoundly grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey—your support is invaluable. Here’s to your continued success and a future rich with growth🌿 We couldn’t be prouder of each of you🥹

Wanna go camping ⛺️? Wahinekoa of @moonkinetingz dropped in to say aloha for this weekʻs rapid nīnau! She is a mana wahine with all the moʻo 🦎 energy and we are so stōked to get to partner with her during this year’s Eahoufest! any guesses for what color these epic the collab shirts might include? ⬇️drop a comment with your best guess. Tickets are almost gone for the Eahoufest⏳ get yours before we’re sold out at the link in our bio! mahalo to everyone who got their tickets we can’t wait to see you in september!🌀🫶🏽

Wanna go camping ⛺️? Wahinekoa of @moonkinetingz dropped in to say aloha for this weekʻs rapid nīnau! She is a mana wahine with all the moʻo 🦎 energy and we are so stōked to get to partner with her during this year’s Eahoufest! any guesses for what color these epic the collab shirts might include? ⬇️drop a comment with your best guess. Tickets are almost gone for the Eahoufest⏳ get yours before we’re sold out at the link in our bio! mahalo to everyone who got their tickets we can’t wait to see you in september!🌀🫶🏽

Do you know who Robert Wilcox is? 👀 On January 7, 1895, the Wilcox Rebellion marked a significant moment in Hawaiian history. Led by Robert William Kalanihiapo Wilcox, a Native Hawaiian and former member of the legislature of the Kingdom of Hawai’i, this armed revolt aimed to restore Queen Liliʻuokalani to the throne after the Hawaiian Kingdom's overthrow. Wilcox and his supporters, determined to reclaim their sovereignty, faced off against the forces of the Republic of Hawai’i near Diamond Head and Waikīkī, achieving victory on the first day. The following day, the Battle of Mōʻiliʻili took place as the struggle continued in Mōʻiliʻili. Despite their bravery, the rebellion was swiftly suppressed, leading to Wilcox's capture and the arrest of Queen Liliʻuokalani. This battle stands as a powerful symbol of the Hawaiian people's enduring spirit and their ongoing struggle to preserve their culture and sovereignty. ✊ 📣 EAHOU Fest 2024 🌀 is happening from September 12-14! Let’s gather, talk story, and connect to the history of this place and the kūpuna who were part of the movement here in Mōʻiliʻili many makahiki ago. We want you to be a part of this transformative 3 day event for just $18.93! 🎟️ Get your tickets now at the link in our bio 🔗 🤔 If you didn’t know this, share this post with your ‘ohana and friends—let’s see if they know it either!

🌱 Meet the Mālama Design Studio (MDS) Cohort 2! 🌱 Continuing our huakaʻi through the paeʻāina, we’re honored to introduce Kino Konnections of Oahu, a company empowering our communities with the ability to provide well-being for themselves and their ʻohana. Through teaching practical lomi for personal use, Kino Konnections provides a kahua of mauli ola while strengthening the pilina of ohana and kaiaulu. This foundation is a set of skills that gives people the ability to help themselves and those around them without the barrier of years of intensive training, allowing for our people to exercise medical and well-being sovereignty. To increase their capacity, we are working with their team to kickstart Kino Konnections’ brand identity as well as set up the course functionality of their website. Weʻre so excited for you to see these updates! ➡️To stay in the loop on Kino Konnections web launch, upcoming workshop series starting in October, and more be sure to follow us and turn on those notifications! We are proud to partner with @oha_hawaii to support incredible Native Hawaiian-run businesses. Together, we're building Hawaiʻi's sustainable economy.

Are you ready to align with the rhythms of nature? 🌊🌞🌿 ✨ In this quick video, Hi'ilani Shibata @hiilanishibata, co-founder of @kamahinaproject and mentor for the Purple Prize program, shares what Eahou means to her: living in harmony with the tides, the winds, and the moʻolelo of our beloved ʻāina. 🌬️ Imagine being in sync with the flow of the wind, the growth of the plants, and the power of the moʻolelo that shape our identity. This is the essence of Eahou—a true connection to all that makes Hawaiʻi special. 🌀 Join us at Eahou Fest 2024 and experience this alignment for yourself! Tickets are going fast—don’t miss out! ⏳ 🎟️ Get yours now at the link in bio! 🔗

Itʻs Happening TONIGHT! 🤯 This evening, Wednesday 8/21, 7pm HST, @hifoundher is going LIVE with Haunani from @kaulana.mahina! Our team is going to share all the tips and tricks for the cohort 4 applications and Haunani is gonna drop some major ʻike about her experience with the Hawaiʻi FoundHer Program 🌺 Don’t miss out on the mana she’s sharing—perfect for anyone thinking about applying! 🗓️ Mark your calendars: TONIGHT 8/21 ⏰ Tune in: 7pm HST You coming? 🌕

Jess of @malama_studios first came to Purple Mai'a a few years ago as Intern and is now a kumu with the Digital Creators program. Amazing work ethic, kindness and talent are just a few of this rockstar's qualities.🌟 Mahalo for all you do! Head to @thelashoutbar in Kapolei to check in with @jessmanapua ʻs sister and say hi! Apply for their next cohort, which offers in-person opportunities on Maui and Hawaiʻi Island, and virtual classes open to anyone across the pae ʻāina. Don't miss this chance to join from wherever you are! Check out more at 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/ekhbaBRX

🌟 UA KŌ! THEY DID IT! 🌟 Some of our Muʻo Summer Interns have completed an incredible journey with us, and we couldn’t be prouder! From embracing place-based knowledge to tackling the challenges of Hawai'i’s future, these bright minds have truly shown what it means to innovate with purpose. 🌱🚀 ✨ The Muʻo: Devin Panalal: Championing creativity and technology with Purple Maiʻa 🎨💻 Jaden Kapali: Indigenizing access to digital information 🌐🖥️ Mokihana Paik: Celebrating Hawaiian artistry in a modern world 🌿🎨 Mananakealoha Paschoal: Honoring Kamōʻiliʻili through 3D design 🦖🔧 ʻEhukai Molitau: Bridging finance and tech for the future of Hawai'i’s economy 💼🌊 Ryan Lagon: Enhancing surgical outcome predictions for Indigenous populations 🩺🔍 🙌 Hulō & Hoʻomaika'i! We are honored to continue being a part of your journey. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see where your talents take you! ✨💫 None of this would've been possible without our Director of Career Development Su Lazo! Mahalo for putting the Mu'o program together and supporting them along this journey and the journey moving forward! A special mahalo to the mentors and advisors who guided our interns along the way: Joe Baranowski @frooneyart Makana Waikiki @makana_waikiki Raul Nohea Goodness @rngoodness Keoni DeFranco @keoni.difranco Pōhai Panoke @kaapeha_media Leimomi Bong @leiimomii Tre Zemora @trezalohacreative Donavan Kealoha @d_kealoha Kyle Yoshida @kyleyoshida 🔍 Got an idea for an internship project? We’re always looking for the next big thing! Reach out and get connected. Let’s build something amazing together! 🤝💡