Pilina ‘Ōiwi is a space for ‘ōiwi (natives) to pilina (connect), to community, practices , and the environmental kinship that is foundational to most indigenous cultures. Pilina ‘Ōiwi is a safe place for native Hawaiians, especially those who are caught up in the diaspora and separated from homeland, to strengthen identity, connections, and knowledge by joining a community of learners with similar goals. Pilina ‘Ōiwi also welcomes other natives, indigenous peoples, and anyone interested in connecting to community and the environment through indigenous knowledge systems. By providing learners with a foundation in Hawai’i life ways through practices such as hula and oli, and loina (Hawaiian values), learners can navigate their native consciousness in a western world and build healthy environments and communities.