Tipping the System to Benefit Native Hawaiians: Systems Mapping in Action

by Pālama Lee, Ph.D.

The current system reinforces injustices perpetuated against Native Hawaiians, disconnects them from their culture, and limits opportunities for their families to thrive.

In 2019, Liliʻuokalani Trust (LT) engaged over 300 stakeholders across five islands to identify the forces they see helping or hurting the ability of Native Hawaiians to break the cycle of poverty. The manaʻo they shared is represented in the LT Systems Map. Highlighted are four interventions that have the potential to change the lives of Kānaka and the lāhui and contribute to a more equitable society.

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