Core Values

SERVANT LEADERSHIP Alakaʻinais emphasized throughout the program. A mindset that leaders serve – their families, communities, employees, and organizations. Through service, leaders inspire, motivate, and generate commitment on the part of their “followers.” To be servant first…

HAWAIIAN CULTURE Moʻomeheu o ko Hawaiʻi- is incorporated in all sessions. We are fortunate to live in a place where the ʻāina and culture are our “hosts.” That needs to be appreciated and respected. Our hosts have much to teach us in terms of how to live in a place in a just, balanced, and prosperous manner.

COMMUNITY Kaiaulu Ultimately, it is through engaged and committed people interconnected as communities of practice and networks of influence that social innovation occurs on a scalable level.

PROSPERITY- Hoʻowaiwai - provides the framework for understanding the ultimate purpose of leadership. For all things and all people to prosper through connection with the abundant resources available locally. If we cannot influence human behavior in ways that ensure life, what purpose have we served? A prosperous society is in balance with nature and is inclusive with all.

Lōkahi – Connected – Unbroken
Alohaunconditional love, respect, and kindness
Laulima – cooperation
ʻImi Naʻauao – seek and share knowledge, teach/learn
Mālama – stewardship, care
Paʻahana
– industrious, diligent
Kuleana – a sense of responsibility 
Pono
– correct, moral, proper, fair