Haimu ka manu i ka pua o ka mamane
Mary Kawena Pukui
The birds gather around the mamane blossom
In every corner of the Earth, there are endangered species disappearing without anyone knowing about it. We envision connecting global audiences with local nonprofits to combat climate change and practice “malama aina” stewardship right in their backyards.
Impact Objectives
Social Justice, Community & Educational
- Care for endangered plants & animals in one’s backyard.
- Respect for indigenous knowledge of land.
- Learn Malama Aina inspired land stewardship practices.
Target Audiences
Local – Native Hawaiian, Asian American, Pacific Islander keiki, teens, college students.
US & International – Youth environmental activists, birding organizations, wildlife conservation organizations, grassroots forest protectors.
Secondary – Families, animal lovers, outdoorsy nature lovers.
Core Message
Extinction at the rate we are experiencing it is not natural. Humans are interdependent with nature, a loss of diversity in nature, peoples and cultures directly impacts our own species’ survival.
Educational
We will be developing a K-12 curriculum to go with a 30 minute version of the film in collaborations with Bishop Museum’s Education Department. Topics include Nature & History, Island Ecology, Indigenous Literature, Art-Science Intersections.
Community
Community outreach activities include grass-roots nature events (with Conservation Council for Hawaii & National Wildlife Federation), youth environmental art projects (with Donkey Mill Art Center), and presentations at conservation, environmental law and birding conferences.
Social Justice & Storytelling
“Manu Anu” Mobile App – Anuenue tells stories about his other Hawaiian plant and animal friends that live on Mauna Kea. The story covers helpful Malama Aina practices, such as asking a plant for permission to collect its flowers.