How will Native Hawaiians be involved in management of Papahānaumokuākea?
Two action plans within the draft management plan address active and meaningful involvement of Native Hawaiians in management of Papahānaumokuākea. There are also many activities distributed throughout the plan that address a variety of concerns we have heard over the years from Hawaiian communities. In addition, the Monument will continue to support the Native Hawaiian Cultural Working Group through the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Over the years members of this group have offered support on permit review and cultural protocols, and provided the Monument with its name.
