HEAR HAWAIʻI

Anuhea’s Story

As the chill in the air signals the approach of rain, and the mist brushes gently against your face, there's a fragrance that whispers of the impending downpour. My name is Anuhea Kānealiʻi, a proud member of Hale o Papa, a Hawaiian women's group dedicated to reviving and practicing oli, traditional Hawaiian chants. Additionally, I am part of the community organization, Hui Aloha Aina o Honolulu.

Born and raised on the vibrant island of Oʻahu, amidst the bustling city of Honolulu, my upbringing has been deeply rooted in the values of aloha and kuleana. With a name meaning "sweet fragrance from the heavens," Anuhea embodies the essence of rain descending from the mountains. And with the name Kānealiʻi, which translates to "chief of man," I carry the responsibility of honoring and preserving my Hawaiian heritage.

As a graduate of Roosevelt High School and Kapiʻolani Community College, my education extends far beyond the classroom. Working in historical venues like Hawaii Theatre, ʻIolani Palace, and Royal School has provided invaluable lessons in Hawaiian history and culture. Through these experiences, I've learned firsthand the importance of stewardship towards our land, sky, and sea.

Living in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, I am filled with immense pride for my Hawaiian roots and profound gratitude for the opportunity to call Hawaii home. I am eager to share the beauty and richness of our island home with others, embodying the spirit of aloha in all that I do.

At Hear Hawaiʻi, we offer to teach many Hawaiian practices like lei making, ukulele, and hula. What we aim to share is how to view the world from a Hawaiian lens. The age-old question is the cup half full or half empty. A true Hawaiian response would be "Ola I Ka Wai! Thank you for this water!" Embracing this perspective, we invite you to join us in celebrating the abundance and beauty of life through the eyes of Hawaiian culture.

Anuhea’s Story

As the temperature in the air bites a little colder, the soft mist blows against your face, you breathe in that sweet scent that declares rain is near. My name is Anuhea Kānealiʻi. Anuhea means “sweet fragrance from the heavens” essentially meaning the smell of rain coming from the mountains and Kānealiʻi means “chief of man”. Deep in the center of the Pacific Ocean, I was born and raised on the island of Oʻahu throughout the city of Honolulu. My family is large, loud and so loving, truly they are the first to teach me the importance of caring for one another including the land, sky, and sea. A graduate of Roosevelt High School and Kapiʻolani Community College my greatest teachers have been my everyday life living on this rock. My feet have taken me to work at historical venues such as Hawaii Theatre, ʻIolani Palace, and Royal School. I am so proud to be Hawaiian, grateful to live in Hawaii, and excited to share about this amazing place.