PROCESS METHODOLOGY
The following technical documentation provides a comprehensive overview of the ʻĀina Org Index, detailing its attributes, creation process, and various other critical information pertaining to the scope and quality of the information we used in our analysis of ‘Āina organizations specific to our dataset. Technical documentation is provided to facilitate understanding and outline effective use of the dataset humbly created by the ‘ĀINAVIS team.
TITLE: ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in PaeʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset)
CREATOR: ʻĀINAVIS Hui
AFFILIATIONS: Consuelo Foundation, After Oceanic, Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife; University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources; Hawai‘i Nonlinear.
DATE: Dataset, January 2020 - May 2023; Metadata, June 2023.
CREATOR: ʻĀINAVIS Hui
AFFILIATIONS: Consuelo Foundation, After Oceanic, Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife; University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources; Hawai‘i Nonlinear.
DATE: Dataset, January 2020 - May 2023; Metadata, June 2023.
Description
The ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset) was created by the ‘ĀINAVIS team in collaboration with institutional and industry partners. The index is a preliminary online dataset that indexes the unique contemporary landscape of work about ʻĀina (Land / That Which Feeds) across Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (Hawaiian Islands). For our deepest observations, we focused on detailing a study set of approximately 300 entities representing ʻĀina in some fundamental capacity.
The ʻĀINAVIS team supported the methodology with an applied experimental participatory approach towards data engagement and visualization that foregrounds the process of dialogue (talk story) as the basis for data interpretation in a conceptual process coined by ʻĀINAVIS as “Data Charrettes.” The Hawai‘i ʻĀina Organization Audit helps us to better anticipate the types of metrics we will need to appropriately acknowledge and understand the dynamics and trends of what we believe to be at the forefront of some of the most crucial examples of “on the ground” efforts to recover and restore ʻĀina as the source of wellbeing in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i, as a physical place that we call Home.
Primary Contacts / Data Stewardship
Dawn Mahi
Sean Connelly
Needs and Goals
The ‘ĀINAVIS Project emerged from a need to recognize and understand the vast network of 'Āina Organizations working as stewards of the land and people across the Hawaiian Islands. Amidst global catastrophes like the COVID-19 pandemic, these organizations proved themselves as first responders, addressing local challenges and demonstrating resilience. Our goal is to capture these narratives of success, perseverance, and the physical needs of these 'Āina Organizations, whose work is crucial for Hawai‘i’s overall health, wellbeing, and economy.
Through the production of an initial GIS dataset and a corresponding digital/print map, we aim to provide an accessible resource that consolidates information about 'Āina Organizations. Presently, data is scattered across various funders, organizations, and advocacy groups, making it challenging to gain a comprehensive view of these critical entities. Our project aims to fill this information gap by creating a geospatial representation of these organizations, thus acknowledging 'āina as both land and people with physical requirements for survival.
Our objective is not merely to create a directory but a functional GIS shapefile that can be combined with other datasets to encourage further research, insights, and understanding of 'āina work. We believe this tool will enable larger agencies and non-local actors to identify and potentially partner with 'āina organizations, thereby strengthening local capacity for resilience.
While our project is neither complete nor perfect, we see it as a starting point for future intensive studies and updates. We aim to better anticipate the types of metrics needed to acknowledge and understand the dynamics, trends, and requirements of 'āina stewardship in the Hawaiian Islands. This project is an effort to place 'āina organizations at the forefront, recognizing their vital roles and contributions towards making Hawai‘i a physical place that we can perpetually call Home.
The ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset) was created by the ‘ĀINAVIS team in collaboration with institutional and industry partners. The index is a preliminary online dataset that indexes the unique contemporary landscape of work about ʻĀina (Land / That Which Feeds) across Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (Hawaiian Islands). For our deepest observations, we focused on detailing a study set of approximately 300 entities representing ʻĀina in some fundamental capacity.
The ʻĀINAVIS team supported the methodology with an applied experimental participatory approach towards data engagement and visualization that foregrounds the process of dialogue (talk story) as the basis for data interpretation in a conceptual process coined by ʻĀINAVIS as “Data Charrettes.” The Hawai‘i ʻĀina Organization Audit helps us to better anticipate the types of metrics we will need to appropriately acknowledge and understand the dynamics and trends of what we believe to be at the forefront of some of the most crucial examples of “on the ground” efforts to recover and restore ʻĀina as the source of wellbeing in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i, as a physical place that we call Home.
Primary Contacts / Data Stewardship
Dawn Mahi
Sean Connelly
Needs and Goals
The ‘ĀINAVIS Project emerged from a need to recognize and understand the vast network of 'Āina Organizations working as stewards of the land and people across the Hawaiian Islands. Amidst global catastrophes like the COVID-19 pandemic, these organizations proved themselves as first responders, addressing local challenges and demonstrating resilience. Our goal is to capture these narratives of success, perseverance, and the physical needs of these 'Āina Organizations, whose work is crucial for Hawai‘i’s overall health, wellbeing, and economy.
Through the production of an initial GIS dataset and a corresponding digital/print map, we aim to provide an accessible resource that consolidates information about 'Āina Organizations. Presently, data is scattered across various funders, organizations, and advocacy groups, making it challenging to gain a comprehensive view of these critical entities. Our project aims to fill this information gap by creating a geospatial representation of these organizations, thus acknowledging 'āina as both land and people with physical requirements for survival.
Our objective is not merely to create a directory but a functional GIS shapefile that can be combined with other datasets to encourage further research, insights, and understanding of 'āina work. We believe this tool will enable larger agencies and non-local actors to identify and potentially partner with 'āina organizations, thereby strengthening local capacity for resilience.
While our project is neither complete nor perfect, we see it as a starting point for future intensive studies and updates. We aim to better anticipate the types of metrics needed to acknowledge and understand the dynamics, trends, and requirements of 'āina stewardship in the Hawaiian Islands. This project is an effort to place 'āina organizations at the forefront, recognizing their vital roles and contributions towards making Hawai‘i a physical place that we can perpetually call Home.
Organization Name
This is the common or legal name of the 'Āina organization as it appears publicly online.
Location
This refers to the geographical coordinates of the organization, represented as Y Latitude and X Longitude. Latitude lines are horizontal and measure the distance north or south of the Equator. Longitude lines are vertical and measure the distance east or west of the Prime Meridian in Greenwich, England. Together, they precisely locate points on the globe.
Domain
This indexes the organization's online presence, indicated by a publicly accessible website or social media platform.
Organization Type
This identifies the nature of the organization, which could be a community or informal group, nonprofit, individual personal/family, fiscally sponsored, government, or university/school entity.
ʻĀina Site
Refers to a location or locations where an organization engages in long-term and regular stewardship activities, indicated with a Yes or No. These sites hold immense significance and relevance to the organization’s mission and goals, serving as focal points for their commitment to the ongoing care and preservation of ʻĀina.
Multi-site
This indicates with a Yes or No if the organization operates multiple sites.
Site Count
This specifies the number of sites maintained by the organization, if applicable.
Site Type Description
This provides information on the site's geographic or physical features for stewardship (Site Type - A), or if the group's address refers to a gathering center, mobile program, mailing/office address, or P.O. box (Site Type - B).
Site Type - A
A1 - Taro Field
A cultivated area dedicated to growing taro, a staple food in Hawaiian culture, known locally as kalo. These fields represent the deep connection between the land and traditional Hawaiian agricultural practices, fostering sustainability and preserving cultural heritage.
A2 - Fishpond
Traditional Hawaiian aquaculture systems, or loko iʻa, used for cultivating and managing fish and other sea life. These ponds are not only sources of sustenance but also serve as important cultural and educational sites, highlighting the ancient wisdom and ingenuity of Native Hawaiian resource management.
A3 - Garden/Farm
A parcel of land used for cultivating fruits, vegetables, herbs, or other plants, often by community members or local organizations. These gardens and farms promote food security, community engagement, and the preservation of traditional agricultural knowledge.
A4 - Sacred Site
A place deemed holy or spiritual, often tied to native Hawaiian religious practices or historical events. These sites hold profound cultural significance, serving as gathering places for ceremonies, connection with ancestors, and the perpetuation of sacred traditions.
A5 - Combination
A site that encompasses a blend of several types of areas such as gardens, forests, and sacred sites. These sites showcase the interconnection between various ecosystems and cultural practices, fostering biodiversity, spiritual, and community engagement.
A6 - Marine/Coastal
Areas located near or along the coastline, often featuring unique marine ecosystems and coastal resources. These sites encompass diverse habitats such as coral reefs, tide pools, and coastal wetlands, supporting marine biodiversity and providing opportunities for education, conservation, and recreation.
A7 - Wetland
Areas where land is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, supporting unique vegetation and wildlife. These wetlands play a vital role in water filtration, flood control, and habitat provision for a wide variety of plant and animal species, contributing to the overall ecological health of the region.
A8 - Forest
Large areas primarily covered by trees and undergrowth, important for their biodiversity and ecological role. These forests provide habitat for native flora and fauna, contribute to watershed protection, carbon sequestration, and offer opportunities for nature-based recreation, education, and cultural practices.
A - Other
Any site that doesn't neatly fit into the other categories, possibly unique or specific to certain programs or communities. These sites may represent innovative approaches to conservation, creative land use, or emerging initiatives that address specific community needs or environmental challenges.
Site Type - B
B1 - Community Center
A public location where members of a community may gather for group activities, social support, or public information. Community centers serve as vibrant hubs for cultural exchange, learning, and the promotion of social cohesion within diverse communities.
B2 - Shared Program Site
A location utilized by multiple programs or organizations for conducting their operations or hosting events. These shared sites foster collaboration, resource sharing, and the synergy of efforts aimed at addressing community needs, promoting efficiency and effectiveness.
B3 - Office/Mailing
A physical location that serves as an organizational headquarters, often the hub for administrative tasks and correspondence. These offices provide essential support for program implementation, coordination, and communication, facilitating the smooth operation of initiatives and services.
B4 - P.O. Box
A lockable mailbox located inside a post office, usually used for mail correspondence when a physical address isn't appropriate or available.
B - Other
Any type of site not encompassed in the previous categories, but significant for operational or programmatic reasons. These sites may include unique spaces tailored to specific activities or programs that aim to address community needs.
Org Tag
Refers to an overarching classification tool that uses descriptors (or tags) to represent diverse forms of ʻĀina stewardship, encompassing both focus areas and activities. These tags and their definitions were crafted through the consolidation of word lists and thoughtful language choices, providing a comprehensive framework for organizing and understanding. This tool fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among organizations and individuals, promoting the shared responsibility of caring for and sustaining ʻĀina. Every ‘Āina Organization is tagged based on descriptions of programming, activities, and mission statements as articulated on websites and social media.
Tag: Advocacy
Refers to proactive efforts centered around raising public awareness and fostering community engagement . It often involves actively participating in policy discussions, driving legal reforms, and establishing relationships with governmental entities. Through grassroots mobilization, rallies, protests, petitions, and letter-writing campaigns, just to name a few, this tag aims to galvanize collective action in the community.
Tag: Arts
This tag pertains to the empowerment and representation of Hawaiian politics and culture through both traditional and contemporary art activities. It is associated with expressions of identity, diverse traditions, practices, stories, struggles, and spirituality, often linking historical and contemporary contexts. Art forms may include Hula, chant, carving, weaving, tattooing, among others, across a wide range of mediums, ultimately communicating a sense of belonging and cultural revival.
Tag: Cultural Heritage Conservation
this tag focuses on the safeguarding and preservation of Hawaiian cultural knowledge, practices, stories, and physical sites. It encompasses stewardship of historic sites, artifacts, and traditional arts, with the aim of ensuring the rich and diverse cultural heritage is passed down through generations.
Tag: Demilitarization
This tag describes efforts to raise awareness and mitigate the impact of military presence on Hawaiian culture, land, and people. These efforts promote the development of strategies and policies for preserving Hawaiian cultural heritage, reclaiming land access, and offering peaceful alternatives, such as negotiationand nonviolent conflict resolution methods.
Tag: Ecosystems Restoration
Refers to the protection and restoration of natural environments, particularly native Hawaiian species and ecosystems. Activities under this tag often include the removal of invasive species, beach cleaning, planting native plants, and enhancing habitat quality. The ultimate goal is to maintain ecological balance, restore ecosystem function and abundance. functions, reestablish ecological processes, and promote recovery of ecosystem functions and services.
Tag (edited): Ecosystem Restoration:
Refers to the protection and restoration of natural environments, particularly native Hawaiian species and ecosystems. Activities under this tag encompass the removal of invasive species, restoration of coastal areas, including shoreline cleanup, planting native plants, and enhancing habitat quality. The ultimate goal is to maintenance of ecological balance the recovery of ecosystem functions and abundance.
Tag: Education
This tag relates to programs focusing on passing down Hawaiian culture and knowledge, particularly to younger generations. Formats may include workshops, field trips, school collaborations, and experiential learning. It emphasizes a sense of responsibility and reaches a broad audience, indoor and outdoor.
Tag: Food Sovereignty
Tag refers to the sustainable cultivation and production of food on land and water, incorporating traditional Hawaiian technologies. It prioritizes food security and emphasizes the development of sustainable farming and cultivation practices. Techniques such as water management, seed saving, and utilization of Polynesian-introduced crops may also fall under this category, fostering self-reliance in local food systems.
Tag: Health
This category revolves around healing and community health, incorporating physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. It promotes preventative care, health promotion, equitable healthcare, and community empowerment and strength.
Tag: Repatriation
This tag represents the efforts towards the respectful repatriation of ancestral bone remains (Iwi Kūpuna) and the protection and preservation of ancestral burial sites. It involves collaboration with museums, educational institutions, government agencies, Indigenous communities, historians, archeologists, and experts to navigate the complex process of repatriation and ensure the proper care and recognition of sacred sites.
Tag: Science
This tag describes the production of knowledge through discussions, research, and experiments, drawing upon both traditional and contemporary approaches. It includes the application of knowledge, observation, experimentation, and data analysis, fostering a more inclusive and universal understanding of the discipline by acknowledging and integrating diverse knowledge systems and perspectives.
Tag: Social Justice
This tag encompasses multifaceted social engagement initiatives aimed at promoting fairness, equity, and inclusivity across different aspects of society, such as racial, environmental, cultural, and political realms. It seeks to amplify marginalized voices and challenge existing power structures, policies, and practices through collective action. By striving for transformative change, social justice efforts aim to create a more just and equitable society for all.
Tag: Sovereignty
This tag represents the political movement aspiring to restore the Hawaiian nation’s power to govern. It includes the exploration of historical context, self-governance, autonomy, and negotiation of land rights, with a particular focus on indigenous rights and navigating complex relationships with the U.S. Government.
Email
The publicly available online email address for the organization.
FORM 990
This field is a binary (Yes/No) indicator. It shows if a Form 990 is publicly available online. Form 990 is an IRS form that provides public financial information about a non-profit organization. It's often the only source of such information and is used by government agencies to prevent tax-exempt status abuse.
Founding Year
This represents the year when the organization was founded or when it gained 501(c)(3) status, whichever occurred first. A "1" indicates that the date cannot be confirmed.
Status
This indicates if the organization is currently active or inactive.
Date Inactive
If applicable, this shows the year when the organization’s status changed to inactive.
Geographic Levels
This encompasses different local identifiers, including County, Island, Moku (District), and Ahupua‘a (Division).
Zip Code
This is the US Postal code. It is crucial for local identification, demographic analysis, healthcare, planning, and infrastructure.
Pop15
This represents the population count as per the 2015 census.
Brief Description
This provides a narrative statement about the organization's nature and activities.
Mission
This field articulates the organization's goals and its commitment towards achieving them.
Vision
This encapsulates what the organization aspires to achieve in the long term.
Public Support
This includes all private and government contributions, program service revenue, membership dues, and fundraising. It does not include investment income like dividends, royalties, and rent.
Total Revenue
This covers all sources of income, including private and government grants, program service revenue, investment income, membership dues, fundraising events, and all other contributions.
Net income/loss
This denotes the total revenue remaining after deducting expenses in a given tax year.
Director salary
This focuses on the salaries of the highest-paid individuals within each organization. A "director" here could refer to a CEO, CFO, executive director, or any top-ranking individual, regardless of their specific job title or role. The intention is to capture the salary information of the organization's key leadership.
Organizational Network
Yes or No. A network is defined as an organization acting as a grassroots convenor for 'āina groups and practitioners. These networks facilitate the sharing of resources, knowledge, and experience. Some networks focus on specific regions, similar programs, or similar natural resource stewardship. Other networks offer training and funding support for various efforts.
Network #2: Consuelo Foundation
The Consuelo Foundation is a private U.S.-based organization founded by Consuelo Zobel Alger. It is dedicated to preventing and treating abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children, women, and their families in the Philippines and Hawai'i. It operates a variety of programs such as Early Childhood Care and Development, Youth and Women Empowerment, Protection and Recovery of Survivors, and Child Abuse Prevention and Advocacy.
Network #4: Hawaiʻi Alliance for Progressive Action
This network promotes social, economic, and environmental justice in Hawai'i, working to improve unfair conditions placed upon locals and the 'āina. They provide trainings and support for community organizing, advocacy, and education.
Network #5: Hawaiʻi People's Fund
The Hawaiʻi People’s Fund supports grassroots progressive movement builders in Hawaiʻi by directing community-raised funds and progressive funding opportunities. They also offer networking and volunteer opportunities to funded organizations.
Network #1: Kaliʻuokapaʻakai Collective
An interdisciplinary community of advocates in wahi kūpuna (ancestral places) stewardship. The collective organizes shared ideas, resources, and strategies to build capacity and take collective action in safeguarding Hawaiʻi’s wahi kūpuna.
Network #3: Kamehameha Schools - ʻĀina Ulu
ʻĀina Ulu is a Kamehameha Schools initiative integrating culture- and place-based education to foster kuleana(responsibility) in participants. KS collaborates with community-based orgs that steward and run educational programs on KS lands across multiple Hawaiian islands.
Network #6: Kamehameha Schools - ʻEwa ʻĀina Network
This network, facilitated via KUA, supports collective efforts to reclaim the moʻolelo and abundance of ʻEwa moku. Its mission emphasizes unity, partnerships, financial security, advocacy, and synthesis in order to ensure future generations can continue living in the moku.
Network #10: Koʻolau ʻĀina Aloha
Koʻolau ʻĀina Aloha is a collective of 24 Windward Oʻahu organizations dedicated to educating youth and Koʻolau communities through aloha ʻāina and Hawaiʻi-based values.
Network #7: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - Hui Mālama Loko Iʻa
The Hui is a network of fishpond practitioners and organizations working together to restore and manage loko iʻa (traditional Hawaiian fishponds).
Network #8: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - The E Alu Pū Network
Established in 2002, E Alu Pū empowers communities around Hawai’i to learn from each other how to better mālama ‘āina. The network's vision is to nurture community kuleana (responsibility) for the ‘āina to ensure resource vitality for current and future generations.
Network #9: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - The Limu Hui
Created in 2014, the Limu Hui is a collective of limu loea (limu experts) aiming to raise awareness of the importance of limu for Hawaiʻiʻs nearshore marine environments.
Network #11: Maui Nui Makai
Founded in 2013, Maui Nui Makai is a group of community and partner organizations across Maui Nui (Maui, Lāna'i, Moloka'i, and Kaho'olawe) dedicated to caring for the ocean and protecting and restoring healthy coastal and marine ecosystems.
Network #12: Hauʻoli Mau Loa Foundation
Established in 1990 by Helga Glaesel-Hollenback, Hauʻoli Mau Loa (HML) Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation. Its mission is to give back to Hawaii by promoting the stewardship, preservation, and protection of Hawaii’s natural environment. It supports organizations in six program areas: environment, field building, first-generation partners, hopes for kids, housing for families, and humanitarian relief.
This is the common or legal name of the 'Āina organization as it appears publicly online.
Location
This refers to the geographical coordinates of the organization, represented as Y Latitude and X Longitude. Latitude lines are horizontal and measure the distance north or south of the Equator. Longitude lines are vertical and measure the distance east or west of the Prime Meridian in Greenwich, England. Together, they precisely locate points on the globe.
Domain
This indexes the organization's online presence, indicated by a publicly accessible website or social media platform.
Organization Type
This identifies the nature of the organization, which could be a community or informal group, nonprofit, individual personal/family, fiscally sponsored, government, or university/school entity.
ʻĀina Site
Refers to a location or locations where an organization engages in long-term and regular stewardship activities, indicated with a Yes or No. These sites hold immense significance and relevance to the organization’s mission and goals, serving as focal points for their commitment to the ongoing care and preservation of ʻĀina.
Multi-site
This indicates with a Yes or No if the organization operates multiple sites.
Site Count
This specifies the number of sites maintained by the organization, if applicable.
Site Type Description
This provides information on the site's geographic or physical features for stewardship (Site Type - A), or if the group's address refers to a gathering center, mobile program, mailing/office address, or P.O. box (Site Type - B).
Site Type - A
A1 - Taro Field
A cultivated area dedicated to growing taro, a staple food in Hawaiian culture, known locally as kalo. These fields represent the deep connection between the land and traditional Hawaiian agricultural practices, fostering sustainability and preserving cultural heritage.
A2 - Fishpond
Traditional Hawaiian aquaculture systems, or loko iʻa, used for cultivating and managing fish and other sea life. These ponds are not only sources of sustenance but also serve as important cultural and educational sites, highlighting the ancient wisdom and ingenuity of Native Hawaiian resource management.
A3 - Garden/Farm
A parcel of land used for cultivating fruits, vegetables, herbs, or other plants, often by community members or local organizations. These gardens and farms promote food security, community engagement, and the preservation of traditional agricultural knowledge.
A4 - Sacred Site
A place deemed holy or spiritual, often tied to native Hawaiian religious practices or historical events. These sites hold profound cultural significance, serving as gathering places for ceremonies, connection with ancestors, and the perpetuation of sacred traditions.
A5 - Combination
A site that encompasses a blend of several types of areas such as gardens, forests, and sacred sites. These sites showcase the interconnection between various ecosystems and cultural practices, fostering biodiversity, spiritual, and community engagement.
A6 - Marine/Coastal
Areas located near or along the coastline, often featuring unique marine ecosystems and coastal resources. These sites encompass diverse habitats such as coral reefs, tide pools, and coastal wetlands, supporting marine biodiversity and providing opportunities for education, conservation, and recreation.
A7 - Wetland
Areas where land is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, supporting unique vegetation and wildlife. These wetlands play a vital role in water filtration, flood control, and habitat provision for a wide variety of plant and animal species, contributing to the overall ecological health of the region.
A8 - Forest
Large areas primarily covered by trees and undergrowth, important for their biodiversity and ecological role. These forests provide habitat for native flora and fauna, contribute to watershed protection, carbon sequestration, and offer opportunities for nature-based recreation, education, and cultural practices.
A - Other
Any site that doesn't neatly fit into the other categories, possibly unique or specific to certain programs or communities. These sites may represent innovative approaches to conservation, creative land use, or emerging initiatives that address specific community needs or environmental challenges.
Site Type - B
B1 - Community Center
A public location where members of a community may gather for group activities, social support, or public information. Community centers serve as vibrant hubs for cultural exchange, learning, and the promotion of social cohesion within diverse communities.
B2 - Shared Program Site
A location utilized by multiple programs or organizations for conducting their operations or hosting events. These shared sites foster collaboration, resource sharing, and the synergy of efforts aimed at addressing community needs, promoting efficiency and effectiveness.
B3 - Office/Mailing
A physical location that serves as an organizational headquarters, often the hub for administrative tasks and correspondence. These offices provide essential support for program implementation, coordination, and communication, facilitating the smooth operation of initiatives and services.
B4 - P.O. Box
A lockable mailbox located inside a post office, usually used for mail correspondence when a physical address isn't appropriate or available.
B - Other
Any type of site not encompassed in the previous categories, but significant for operational or programmatic reasons. These sites may include unique spaces tailored to specific activities or programs that aim to address community needs.
Org Tag
Refers to an overarching classification tool that uses descriptors (or tags) to represent diverse forms of ʻĀina stewardship, encompassing both focus areas and activities. These tags and their definitions were crafted through the consolidation of word lists and thoughtful language choices, providing a comprehensive framework for organizing and understanding. This tool fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among organizations and individuals, promoting the shared responsibility of caring for and sustaining ʻĀina. Every ‘Āina Organization is tagged based on descriptions of programming, activities, and mission statements as articulated on websites and social media.
Tag: Advocacy
Refers to proactive efforts centered around raising public awareness and fostering community engagement . It often involves actively participating in policy discussions, driving legal reforms, and establishing relationships with governmental entities. Through grassroots mobilization, rallies, protests, petitions, and letter-writing campaigns, just to name a few, this tag aims to galvanize collective action in the community.
Tag: Arts
This tag pertains to the empowerment and representation of Hawaiian politics and culture through both traditional and contemporary art activities. It is associated with expressions of identity, diverse traditions, practices, stories, struggles, and spirituality, often linking historical and contemporary contexts. Art forms may include Hula, chant, carving, weaving, tattooing, among others, across a wide range of mediums, ultimately communicating a sense of belonging and cultural revival.
Tag: Cultural Heritage Conservation
this tag focuses on the safeguarding and preservation of Hawaiian cultural knowledge, practices, stories, and physical sites. It encompasses stewardship of historic sites, artifacts, and traditional arts, with the aim of ensuring the rich and diverse cultural heritage is passed down through generations.
Tag: Demilitarization
This tag describes efforts to raise awareness and mitigate the impact of military presence on Hawaiian culture, land, and people. These efforts promote the development of strategies and policies for preserving Hawaiian cultural heritage, reclaiming land access, and offering peaceful alternatives, such as negotiationand nonviolent conflict resolution methods.
Tag: Ecosystems Restoration
Refers to the protection and restoration of natural environments, particularly native Hawaiian species and ecosystems. Activities under this tag often include the removal of invasive species, beach cleaning, planting native plants, and enhancing habitat quality. The ultimate goal is to maintain ecological balance, restore ecosystem function and abundance. functions, reestablish ecological processes, and promote recovery of ecosystem functions and services.
Tag (edited): Ecosystem Restoration:
Refers to the protection and restoration of natural environments, particularly native Hawaiian species and ecosystems. Activities under this tag encompass the removal of invasive species, restoration of coastal areas, including shoreline cleanup, planting native plants, and enhancing habitat quality. The ultimate goal is to maintenance of ecological balance the recovery of ecosystem functions and abundance.
Tag: Education
This tag relates to programs focusing on passing down Hawaiian culture and knowledge, particularly to younger generations. Formats may include workshops, field trips, school collaborations, and experiential learning. It emphasizes a sense of responsibility and reaches a broad audience, indoor and outdoor.
Tag: Food Sovereignty
Tag refers to the sustainable cultivation and production of food on land and water, incorporating traditional Hawaiian technologies. It prioritizes food security and emphasizes the development of sustainable farming and cultivation practices. Techniques such as water management, seed saving, and utilization of Polynesian-introduced crops may also fall under this category, fostering self-reliance in local food systems.
Tag: Health
This category revolves around healing and community health, incorporating physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. It promotes preventative care, health promotion, equitable healthcare, and community empowerment and strength.
Tag: Repatriation
This tag represents the efforts towards the respectful repatriation of ancestral bone remains (Iwi Kūpuna) and the protection and preservation of ancestral burial sites. It involves collaboration with museums, educational institutions, government agencies, Indigenous communities, historians, archeologists, and experts to navigate the complex process of repatriation and ensure the proper care and recognition of sacred sites.
Tag: Science
This tag describes the production of knowledge through discussions, research, and experiments, drawing upon both traditional and contemporary approaches. It includes the application of knowledge, observation, experimentation, and data analysis, fostering a more inclusive and universal understanding of the discipline by acknowledging and integrating diverse knowledge systems and perspectives.
Tag: Social Justice
This tag encompasses multifaceted social engagement initiatives aimed at promoting fairness, equity, and inclusivity across different aspects of society, such as racial, environmental, cultural, and political realms. It seeks to amplify marginalized voices and challenge existing power structures, policies, and practices through collective action. By striving for transformative change, social justice efforts aim to create a more just and equitable society for all.
Tag: Sovereignty
This tag represents the political movement aspiring to restore the Hawaiian nation’s power to govern. It includes the exploration of historical context, self-governance, autonomy, and negotiation of land rights, with a particular focus on indigenous rights and navigating complex relationships with the U.S. Government.
The publicly available online email address for the organization.
FORM 990
This field is a binary (Yes/No) indicator. It shows if a Form 990 is publicly available online. Form 990 is an IRS form that provides public financial information about a non-profit organization. It's often the only source of such information and is used by government agencies to prevent tax-exempt status abuse.
Founding Year
This represents the year when the organization was founded or when it gained 501(c)(3) status, whichever occurred first. A "1" indicates that the date cannot be confirmed.
Status
This indicates if the organization is currently active or inactive.
Date Inactive
If applicable, this shows the year when the organization’s status changed to inactive.
Geographic Levels
This encompasses different local identifiers, including County, Island, Moku (District), and Ahupua‘a (Division).
Zip Code
This is the US Postal code. It is crucial for local identification, demographic analysis, healthcare, planning, and infrastructure.
Pop15
This represents the population count as per the 2015 census.
Brief Description
This provides a narrative statement about the organization's nature and activities.
Mission
This field articulates the organization's goals and its commitment towards achieving them.
Vision
This encapsulates what the organization aspires to achieve in the long term.
Public Support
This includes all private and government contributions, program service revenue, membership dues, and fundraising. It does not include investment income like dividends, royalties, and rent.
Total Revenue
This covers all sources of income, including private and government grants, program service revenue, investment income, membership dues, fundraising events, and all other contributions.
Net income/loss
This denotes the total revenue remaining after deducting expenses in a given tax year.
Director salary
This focuses on the salaries of the highest-paid individuals within each organization. A "director" here could refer to a CEO, CFO, executive director, or any top-ranking individual, regardless of their specific job title or role. The intention is to capture the salary information of the organization's key leadership.
Organizational Network
Yes or No. A network is defined as an organization acting as a grassroots convenor for 'āina groups and practitioners. These networks facilitate the sharing of resources, knowledge, and experience. Some networks focus on specific regions, similar programs, or similar natural resource stewardship. Other networks offer training and funding support for various efforts.
Network #2: Consuelo Foundation
The Consuelo Foundation is a private U.S.-based organization founded by Consuelo Zobel Alger. It is dedicated to preventing and treating abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children, women, and their families in the Philippines and Hawai'i. It operates a variety of programs such as Early Childhood Care and Development, Youth and Women Empowerment, Protection and Recovery of Survivors, and Child Abuse Prevention and Advocacy.
Network #4: Hawaiʻi Alliance for Progressive Action
This network promotes social, economic, and environmental justice in Hawai'i, working to improve unfair conditions placed upon locals and the 'āina. They provide trainings and support for community organizing, advocacy, and education.
Network #5: Hawaiʻi People's Fund
The Hawaiʻi People’s Fund supports grassroots progressive movement builders in Hawaiʻi by directing community-raised funds and progressive funding opportunities. They also offer networking and volunteer opportunities to funded organizations.
Network #1: Kaliʻuokapaʻakai Collective
An interdisciplinary community of advocates in wahi kūpuna (ancestral places) stewardship. The collective organizes shared ideas, resources, and strategies to build capacity and take collective action in safeguarding Hawaiʻi’s wahi kūpuna.
Network #3: Kamehameha Schools - ʻĀina Ulu
ʻĀina Ulu is a Kamehameha Schools initiative integrating culture- and place-based education to foster kuleana(responsibility) in participants. KS collaborates with community-based orgs that steward and run educational programs on KS lands across multiple Hawaiian islands.
Network #6: Kamehameha Schools - ʻEwa ʻĀina Network
This network, facilitated via KUA, supports collective efforts to reclaim the moʻolelo and abundance of ʻEwa moku. Its mission emphasizes unity, partnerships, financial security, advocacy, and synthesis in order to ensure future generations can continue living in the moku.
Network #10: Koʻolau ʻĀina Aloha
Koʻolau ʻĀina Aloha is a collective of 24 Windward Oʻahu organizations dedicated to educating youth and Koʻolau communities through aloha ʻāina and Hawaiʻi-based values.
Network #7: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - Hui Mālama Loko Iʻa
The Hui is a network of fishpond practitioners and organizations working together to restore and manage loko iʻa (traditional Hawaiian fishponds).
Network #8: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - The E Alu Pū Network
Established in 2002, E Alu Pū empowers communities around Hawai’i to learn from each other how to better mālama ‘āina. The network's vision is to nurture community kuleana (responsibility) for the ‘āina to ensure resource vitality for current and future generations.
Network #9: Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo - The Limu Hui
Created in 2014, the Limu Hui is a collective of limu loea (limu experts) aiming to raise awareness of the importance of limu for Hawaiʻiʻs nearshore marine environments.
Network #11: Maui Nui Makai
Founded in 2013, Maui Nui Makai is a group of community and partner organizations across Maui Nui (Maui, Lāna'i, Moloka'i, and Kaho'olawe) dedicated to caring for the ocean and protecting and restoring healthy coastal and marine ecosystems.
Network #12: Hauʻoli Mau Loa Foundation
Established in 1990 by Helga Glaesel-Hollenback, Hauʻoli Mau Loa (HML) Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation. Its mission is to give back to Hawaii by promoting the stewardship, preservation, and protection of Hawaii’s natural environment. It supports organizations in six program areas: environment, field building, first-generation partners, hopes for kids, housing for families, and humanitarian relief.
The ‘ĀINAVIS team spent three years indexing websites, social media links, and publically available online organizational reporting to gather, assemble, and double-check a revolving list of nonprofits and unincorporated grassroots groups (a.k.a. ‘Āina Orgs) committed to promoting the wellbeing of Hawai‘i built environments in the protective form of ‘Āina (Land / That Which Feeds). We sifted through hundreds of publicly assembled records created and maintained by federal, state, municipal, institutional, community, and tribal sources. Here is a more detailed description of our process.
Stage 1: Internal Review of Existing 2020 Datasets
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The project embarked on a thorough examination of the existing pre-'ĀINAVIS dataset, originally a tabular list of organizations internally shared between the Consuelo Foundation, Hauʻoli Mau Loa Foundation, and Kua‘āina Ulu ‘Auamo under the title "Hawai‘i ‘Āina-Based Programs." This original dataset included approximately 200 unique observations in total, offering a substantial base from which to build. The dataset was organized into separate lists for each island, ensuring each region was distinctly represented. The data collected for each organization in the list was indexed based on specific attributes, which included:
Stage 2: Assessment of Dataset and Preliminary Feedback
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The detailed review of this pre-'ĀINAVIS dataset laid the groundwork for the subsequent refinement, improvement, and expansion phases of the project. The ‘ĀINAVIS team undertook a comprehensive assessment of the current state of the dataset, aiming to uncover areas requiring improvement. The evaluation process incorporated preliminary feedback, gleaned from various stakeholders, including subject matter experts, data users, and team members. This feedback served to highlight errors, inconsistencies, and missing information within the dataset. Key findings from the assessment included:
The 'ĀINAVIS team adopted a systematic and iterative approach in generating the dataset, with four major iterations executed between 2020 and 2023. Each iteration represented a phase of revision, enhancement, refinement, analysis, and validation, with lessons from each stage informing the subsequent one.
Revision involved rectifying spelling errors, updating attributes, and resolving issues with duplicate entries and inaccurate addresses to guarantee accuracy and completeness. The team carried out a thorough review of the dataset to propose, add or remove organizations, flagging those requiring deeper examination in a bid to enhance the dataset.
For the refinement phase, every entry in the dataset was augmented to incorporate a more precise set of attributes, significant information inputs, and accurate data points. This was achieved by cross-verifying the dataset against credible sources, conducting quality assurance checks, and ensuring the data aligns with established benchmarks for public geospatial datasets.
The team developed a decision-making rubric to encapsulate the issues identified during the two-year revision and refinement process. This rubric served as a tool to perfect and confirm the final iteration of the 2023 dataset, setting it up for analysis, discussion, and dissemination.
In the analysis phase, the team carried out statistical processing of the attributes, integrating the 'ĀINAVIS dataset with other geospatial data relevant to the natural and built environment of the Hawaiian Islands. This allowed for the inclusion of additional attributes that could only be derived through geospatial methods.
A key aspect of the team's methodology was its emphasis on stakeholder engagement. This iterative and collaborative approach allowed for the identification and correction of errors, inconsistencies, and areas of improvement.
Stakeholder engagement was implemented at each iteration, where the team consulted with practitioners, experts, potential users, and decision-makers to validate the quality and applicability of the dataset. Validation activities took place in various socially distanced environments, ranging from outdoor community discussions and workshops to online presentations for industry experts, and university-level academic presentations. The feedback obtained from these engagements was instrumental in refining and improving the dataset.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 1
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The previously existing dataset was restructured and combined into a new unified dataset called 'ĀINAVIS, which also encompasses all islands. This restructuring was an iterative process that was conducted over multiple rounds to ensure heightened data quality and accuracy. Each iteration served as a mechanism for detecting and rectifying additional issues that were identified through team feedback during each round. As part of this iterative process, the team conducted stakeholder meetings for ʻĀina organizations at an ʻĀina Organization, as well as an educational conference for teachers. These meetings used printed poster maps with three-dimensional geographic illustrations to facilitate interactive discussions and engagements. The maps served as an effective tool for visually representing the dataset and enhancing stakeholder understanding and input, further strengthening the quality and accuracy of the 'ĀINAVIS dataset.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 2
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic)
The second round of data quality improvement involved rigorous validation and accuracy checks of the ʻĀina organization data in the dataset. It involved cross-checking information from various publicly available resources like websites, documents, and social media pages. In this stage of the methodology we focused on the following:
Accuracy Review
The geographic location of each organization was collected in terms of X and Y coordinates, address, island, district (moku), and county, and subsequently verified using Google Earth for alignment of location and coordinate point. This is a systematic procedure for ensuring the validity and accuracy of the ʻĀina organization data in the dataset. The process includes cross-checking the data from publicly available resources and confirming the geographic location using Google Earth.
ʻĀina Org List Addition and Consolidation
This process involves expanding the dataset with additional attributes for each organization and sorting organizations based on these attributes. These attributes can include 'Āina, Site Type, Founding Year, and whether their addresses are permanent sites, mobile programming sites, community centers, offices, or PO box addresses. The process also includes creating descriptors or "tags" for the organizations' primary and secondary programs, and archiving relevant organizational documentation like website content and Form 990 documents.
Explorations on Financial Information and Historic Activism Events in Hawaiʻi
This part of the metadata contains data relating to the financial information of the ʻĀina organizations and the history of activism events in Hawaiʻi.
Financial Information
This component captures publicly available financial data of the ʻĀina organizations. Information is derived from Form 990 documents, which are required annual financial disclosure records for tax-exempt organizations. Financial information, including revenue details, are collected from the most recent forms available, providing a snapshot of the organizations' financial standing. It's important to note that some organizations in the dataset are unincorporated fiscally sponsored groups, and as such, financial information may not be available for all observations.
ʻĀina Activism Events
This part of the dataset outlines key activism events throughout Hawaiʻi's history that have influenced the formation or disbandment of ʻĀina organizations. The data includes a timeline of these events, along with additional descriptions like key dates, figures, locations, and organizations involved. This information is based on an online research guide made publicly available by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa library.
Internal Project Reporting and Planning
This process was an integral part of the dataset's continuous improvement strategy. It involved regular meetings with partners and community advisors to present findings, discuss potential next steps, and receive feedback.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 3
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-NREM)
This round of data quality improvement involved input from a graduate-level Natural Resources and Environmental Management (NREM) course at UH Mānoa taught by Professor Mehana Vaughan titled "NREM 620, Kaiāulu: Collaborative Care and Management of Natural Resources" from August to December 2022. This project-oriented course aimed at understanding and demonstrating collaborative care for local and global land and water resources, with special emphasis on the PaeʻĀina Hawaiʻi. Through class assignments and projects, students added organizations and attributes data to the list and facilitated community workshops for feedback.
The course engaged twenty students in an overarching class-wide project invited to workshop and utilize the ʻĀINAVIS dataset supplemented with smaller group-based projects involving close collaboration with ʻʻĀina organizations across Oʻahu and Kauaʻi islands. Students were able to receive feedback on their work, gain insights on potential enhancements to the ʻĀINAVIS process, and improve their products. The class-wide project was structured into five main components:
Through this integrative approach, the course aimed to facilitate a deeper understanding of ʻĀina organizations, foster students’ critical thinking skills, and promote active learning, thus equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to the stewardship of natural resources. Alongside the class-wide project, students engaged in small group projects comprising three major activities:
NREM Professor: Mehana Blaich Vaughan in collaboration with Dawn Mahi and Sean Connelly, with Graduate Research assistants Reinier Paul Santiago and Kaiqing Su, including student participants: Destiny Apilado, Carter Beale, William Carter, Kenji Cataldo, Brissa Christophersen, Leigh Engel, Breanne Fong, Mitchell Hashimoto, Noa Kamana, Tatum Kauka, Dylan ʻAʻaliʻi Kelling, Kaley Kalehuakea Kelling, Emilie Kirk, Alyssandra Rousseve, Leif Salveson, Joel Temple, Isaiah Wagenman, Jolie Wanger.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 4
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic)
The latest round of data quality improvement was based on the updated dataset and class definitions of ʻĀina Org from the NREM seminar. This process involved multiple discussions among team members to refine the existing list and definition rubric, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Refining List and Addressing Comments from Class
To address feedback and enhance the dataset, team members reviewed and analyzed all comments provided by students in the previous round. The compiled a revisit list, comprising organizations that had been previously considered but remained debatable for inclusion. Categories were created within the revisit list to identify the different possible reasons for non-inclusion/exclusion. Class definition of ʻĀina Org remained the guiding document in these discussions.
Decision Rubric
Referencing organizations in the revisit list, each reason for non-inclusion were discussed, which initiated the creation of a Decision Rubric that filters organizations through a list of criteria to determine whether an organization should be included. Afterwards, each organization on the revisit list was re-considered. Questions and uncertainties that arose in that process were incorporated into the Decision Rubric. Revisit list organizations that passed through the Decision Rubric and determined as ʻĀina Org were readded in the dataset, while those that did not were moved to an archived delete list.
Validation and Consistency Check
After the Revisit List was dissolved, to ensure consistency, the Decision Rubric was applied to the current list to double check if all organizations fit into the rubric. Organizations that didn’t pass through the Decision Rubric were deleted. During this process, each observation is revisited to confirm program tag and network data.
Delete List
To maintain transparency and record the removal of organizations, a Delete List was created. This list encompassed organizations deleted based on the Decision Rubric in the current round, as well as those removed in previous rounds of data quality improvement. By keeping track of deleted organizations, the team ensured a comprehensive record of the dataset refinement process.
*See Project History in the About section for more context.
Stage 1: Internal Review of Existing 2020 Datasets
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The project embarked on a thorough examination of the existing pre-'ĀINAVIS dataset, originally a tabular list of organizations internally shared between the Consuelo Foundation, Hauʻoli Mau Loa Foundation, and Kua‘āina Ulu ‘Auamo under the title "Hawai‘i ‘Āina-Based Programs." This original dataset included approximately 200 unique observations in total, offering a substantial base from which to build. The dataset was organized into separate lists for each island, ensuring each region was distinctly represented. The data collected for each organization in the list was indexed based on specific attributes, which included:
Organization Name: The official name of the organization.
Location: The physical location of the organization, potentially indicating the 'āina site or an office.
Website: The official web address of the organization, providing a gateway to further information.
Address: The official mailing address of the organization.
Year Founded: The year the organization was formally established.
Geographic Levels: The geographical coverage of the organization's work, activities, or influence.
Brief Description: A concise summary providing an overview of the organization's function, focus, or activities.
Mission: The organization's core purpose or goal, outlining its main objectives or aims.
Vision: The aspirational view of what the organization seeks to achieve or accomplish in the future.
Stage 2: Assessment of Dataset and Preliminary Feedback
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The detailed review of this pre-'ĀINAVIS dataset laid the groundwork for the subsequent refinement, improvement, and expansion phases of the project. The ‘ĀINAVIS team undertook a comprehensive assessment of the current state of the dataset, aiming to uncover areas requiring improvement. The evaluation process incorporated preliminary feedback, gleaned from various stakeholders, including subject matter experts, data users, and team members. This feedback served to highlight errors, inconsistencies, and missing information within the dataset. Key findings from the assessment included:
- The need for additional research: It was concluded that further investigation into each organization was necessary for the project to advance.
- Data collection methods and incompleteness: Information attributes for organizations were primarily obtained through manual online searches. However, not all attributes were completed for each organization, leading to gaps in the dataset.
- Missing key organizations: The dataset was found to be lacking critical 'Āina organizations, calling for a more critical rubric of inclusion and filtration.
- Unclear categorization: It was unclear what type of place each organization on the list represented. The team needed to clarify whether the locations indicated the organization’s 'āina site or an office.
- Incomplete address information: The assessment further emphasized the necessity for comprehensive research on the addresses and locations of the organizations.
- Geospatial conversion difficulties: An initial attempt to convert the tabular dataset into a shapefile for geospatial representation was met with mixed results, indicating potential challenges in this conversion process.
- Privacy concerns: The dataset included personal addresses tied to certain organizations, posing potential privacy issues if the dataset was made public.
- Methodological challenges: The team recognized the need for more discussions to develop an objective methodology to decide which organizations to include or exclude from the list. This would ensure the list accurately represented the dynamic and diverse nature of 'Āina organizations without narrowing the concept.
- Lack of a revision and validation framework: The internal conversation within the team revealed struggles in discussing the dataset's viability without a framework in place for its revision and validation.
The 'ĀINAVIS team adopted a systematic and iterative approach in generating the dataset, with four major iterations executed between 2020 and 2023. Each iteration represented a phase of revision, enhancement, refinement, analysis, and validation, with lessons from each stage informing the subsequent one.
Revision involved rectifying spelling errors, updating attributes, and resolving issues with duplicate entries and inaccurate addresses to guarantee accuracy and completeness. The team carried out a thorough review of the dataset to propose, add or remove organizations, flagging those requiring deeper examination in a bid to enhance the dataset.
For the refinement phase, every entry in the dataset was augmented to incorporate a more precise set of attributes, significant information inputs, and accurate data points. This was achieved by cross-verifying the dataset against credible sources, conducting quality assurance checks, and ensuring the data aligns with established benchmarks for public geospatial datasets.
The team developed a decision-making rubric to encapsulate the issues identified during the two-year revision and refinement process. This rubric served as a tool to perfect and confirm the final iteration of the 2023 dataset, setting it up for analysis, discussion, and dissemination.
In the analysis phase, the team carried out statistical processing of the attributes, integrating the 'ĀINAVIS dataset with other geospatial data relevant to the natural and built environment of the Hawaiian Islands. This allowed for the inclusion of additional attributes that could only be derived through geospatial methods.
A key aspect of the team's methodology was its emphasis on stakeholder engagement. This iterative and collaborative approach allowed for the identification and correction of errors, inconsistencies, and areas of improvement.
Stakeholder engagement was implemented at each iteration, where the team consulted with practitioners, experts, potential users, and decision-makers to validate the quality and applicability of the dataset. Validation activities took place in various socially distanced environments, ranging from outdoor community discussions and workshops to online presentations for industry experts, and university-level academic presentations. The feedback obtained from these engagements was instrumental in refining and improving the dataset.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 1
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-Dofaw)
The previously existing dataset was restructured and combined into a new unified dataset called 'ĀINAVIS, which also encompasses all islands. This restructuring was an iterative process that was conducted over multiple rounds to ensure heightened data quality and accuracy. Each iteration served as a mechanism for detecting and rectifying additional issues that were identified through team feedback during each round. As part of this iterative process, the team conducted stakeholder meetings for ʻĀina organizations at an ʻĀina Organization, as well as an educational conference for teachers. These meetings used printed poster maps with three-dimensional geographic illustrations to facilitate interactive discussions and engagements. The maps served as an effective tool for visually representing the dataset and enhancing stakeholder understanding and input, further strengthening the quality and accuracy of the 'ĀINAVIS dataset.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 2
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic)
The second round of data quality improvement involved rigorous validation and accuracy checks of the ʻĀina organization data in the dataset. It involved cross-checking information from various publicly available resources like websites, documents, and social media pages. In this stage of the methodology we focused on the following:
Accuracy Review
The geographic location of each organization was collected in terms of X and Y coordinates, address, island, district (moku), and county, and subsequently verified using Google Earth for alignment of location and coordinate point. This is a systematic procedure for ensuring the validity and accuracy of the ʻĀina organization data in the dataset. The process includes cross-checking the data from publicly available resources and confirming the geographic location using Google Earth.
ʻĀina Org List Addition and Consolidation
This process involves expanding the dataset with additional attributes for each organization and sorting organizations based on these attributes. These attributes can include 'Āina, Site Type, Founding Year, and whether their addresses are permanent sites, mobile programming sites, community centers, offices, or PO box addresses. The process also includes creating descriptors or "tags" for the organizations' primary and secondary programs, and archiving relevant organizational documentation like website content and Form 990 documents.
Explorations on Financial Information and Historic Activism Events in Hawaiʻi
This part of the metadata contains data relating to the financial information of the ʻĀina organizations and the history of activism events in Hawaiʻi.
Financial Information
This component captures publicly available financial data of the ʻĀina organizations. Information is derived from Form 990 documents, which are required annual financial disclosure records for tax-exempt organizations. Financial information, including revenue details, are collected from the most recent forms available, providing a snapshot of the organizations' financial standing. It's important to note that some organizations in the dataset are unincorporated fiscally sponsored groups, and as such, financial information may not be available for all observations.
ʻĀina Activism Events
This part of the dataset outlines key activism events throughout Hawaiʻi's history that have influenced the formation or disbandment of ʻĀina organizations. The data includes a timeline of these events, along with additional descriptions like key dates, figures, locations, and organizations involved. This information is based on an online research guide made publicly available by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa library.
Internal Project Reporting and Planning
This process was an integral part of the dataset's continuous improvement strategy. It involved regular meetings with partners and community advisors to present findings, discuss potential next steps, and receive feedback.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 3
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic-NREM)
This round of data quality improvement involved input from a graduate-level Natural Resources and Environmental Management (NREM) course at UH Mānoa taught by Professor Mehana Vaughan titled "NREM 620, Kaiāulu: Collaborative Care and Management of Natural Resources" from August to December 2022. This project-oriented course aimed at understanding and demonstrating collaborative care for local and global land and water resources, with special emphasis on the PaeʻĀina Hawaiʻi. Through class assignments and projects, students added organizations and attributes data to the list and facilitated community workshops for feedback.
The course engaged twenty students in an overarching class-wide project invited to workshop and utilize the ʻĀINAVIS dataset supplemented with smaller group-based projects involving close collaboration with ʻʻĀina organizations across Oʻahu and Kauaʻi islands. Students were able to receive feedback on their work, gain insights on potential enhancements to the ʻĀINAVIS process, and improve their products. The class-wide project was structured into five main components:
- Class Definition Development for ʻĀina Org: In order to establish a collective understanding of what constitutes an ʻĀina organization, students were asked to conceptualize and list attributes that define an ʻĀina organization. This exercise yielded a word cloud that represented the frequency of words used, and further class discussions facilitated the formation of guiding criteria for identifying, consolidating, and adding ʻĀina organizations.
- ʻĀina Activism Events: Each student was tasked with conducting further research on an activism event selected from an existing list. Students presented their research findings via a collective slideshow presentation, thereby adding a qualitative dimension to the initial Activism events dataset formed in Summer 2022.
- ʻĀina Org Additions and Dataset Solidification: Additional ʻĀina organizations were included based on students’ personal knowledge and group lists compiled by network organizations or previous inventory efforts. Comparisons were made with the Summer 2022 Dataset to ensure the addition of groups that were not originally listed and qualified as an ʻĀina organization based on the class definition. The dataset was then divided into two categories - the existing list and the new list - which were thoroughly fact-checked by students. The two lists were ultimately merged into one dataset for further review and refinement.
- Map Development: Students used the consolidated dataset to visualize various attributes of the organizations, employing ArcGIS, Google Spreadsheet, and other tools. These visualizations aimed to answer questions about the organizations' names, general locations, founding years, on-site or off-site base, organization type, resources, program descriptions, mission and vision, network connections, ʻāina movements, and financial support.
- Community Talk Story Sessions (or Data Charrettes): Two feedback sessions were organized to engage network organizations, some ʻĀina orgs, and community partners in the project. One session was a hybrid session with both in-person and Zoom options, conducted at an ʻĀina Org location, while the other was an online session conducted entirely through Zoom. RSVPs were sent to community partners who collaborated on student group projects, and additional invitees were included by the ʻĀINAVIS team. The discussions revolved around questions related to the understanding of an ʻĀina Org, the potential usefulness of the dataset, learning outcomes, desired knowledge about ʻĀina organizations in Hawaiʻi, information sharing guidelines, and potential involvement in future efforts.
Through this integrative approach, the course aimed to facilitate a deeper understanding of ʻĀina organizations, foster students’ critical thinking skills, and promote active learning, thus equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to the stewardship of natural resources. Alongside the class-wide project, students engaged in small group projects comprising three major activities:
- ʻĀina Org Site Placement and Project Development: Students partnered with identified ʻāina organizations and were responsible for self-organized service work and project development days. They were expected to produce useful products for the ʻĀina Orgs by the end of the semester.
- Case Study and Interview: Each small group conducted structured or semi-structured interviews with the partnering organization to learn about their history, significance, challenges, sources of support, network connections, and future visions. The interviews facilitated the writing of a creation/origin story and a case study, supplemented by creative products such as websites, story maps, and pamphlets.
- Community Sharing (Hoʻike): The course culminated in a presentation of the ʻĀINAVIS project at a semester hoʻike, where students shared their group products and individual accomplishments.
NREM Professor: Mehana Blaich Vaughan in collaboration with Dawn Mahi and Sean Connelly, with Graduate Research assistants Reinier Paul Santiago and Kaiqing Su, including student participants: Destiny Apilado, Carter Beale, William Carter, Kenji Cataldo, Brissa Christophersen, Leigh Engel, Breanne Fong, Mitchell Hashimoto, Noa Kamana, Tatum Kauka, Dylan ʻAʻaliʻi Kelling, Kaley Kalehuakea Kelling, Emilie Kirk, Alyssandra Rousseve, Leif Salveson, Joel Temple, Isaiah Wagenman, Jolie Wanger.
Data Quality Improvement, Round 4
(Consuelo-Afteroceanic)
The latest round of data quality improvement was based on the updated dataset and class definitions of ʻĀina Org from the NREM seminar. This process involved multiple discussions among team members to refine the existing list and definition rubric, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Refining List and Addressing Comments from Class
To address feedback and enhance the dataset, team members reviewed and analyzed all comments provided by students in the previous round. The compiled a revisit list, comprising organizations that had been previously considered but remained debatable for inclusion. Categories were created within the revisit list to identify the different possible reasons for non-inclusion/exclusion. Class definition of ʻĀina Org remained the guiding document in these discussions.
Decision Rubric
Referencing organizations in the revisit list, each reason for non-inclusion were discussed, which initiated the creation of a Decision Rubric that filters organizations through a list of criteria to determine whether an organization should be included. Afterwards, each organization on the revisit list was re-considered. Questions and uncertainties that arose in that process were incorporated into the Decision Rubric. Revisit list organizations that passed through the Decision Rubric and determined as ʻĀina Org were readded in the dataset, while those that did not were moved to an archived delete list.
Validation and Consistency Check
After the Revisit List was dissolved, to ensure consistency, the Decision Rubric was applied to the current list to double check if all organizations fit into the rubric. Organizations that didn’t pass through the Decision Rubric were deleted. During this process, each observation is revisited to confirm program tag and network data.
Delete List
To maintain transparency and record the removal of organizations, a Delete List was created. This list encompassed organizations deleted based on the Decision Rubric in the current round, as well as those removed in previous rounds of data quality improvement. By keeping track of deleted organizations, the team ensured a comprehensive record of the dataset refinement process.
The Decision Matrix is designed to guide the evaluation of various organizations for inclusion or exclusion from your list based on specific parameters. It begins by evaluating the organization's location, type, and headquarters, with a preference for non-profit and unincorporated groups located and headquartered in the Hawaiian Islands. Next, it assesses the organization's financial transparency and presence on the DCCA Hawaii profile. The type of affiliation, such as being a school, university, government entity, or a part of a Hawaiian Homestead or Homeland, is then considered for exclusion. However, certain unincorporated programs, initiatives, or groups hosted by other entities are considered. Specific types of organizations, like hālau hula and canoe clubs, are typically excluded, while those that show community engagement are favored. Physical locatability, activity status, digital presence, and land stewardship are important criteria for inclusion. The matrix also considers the multiplicity of sites, clarity of mission, land ownership status, affiliation with large landowners, and network memberships. The foundation of Native Hawaiian Culture, mention of 'āina' in public content, fit as an 'Āina organization, focus on broader stewardship concepts, and connection with a land trust are further aspects to be considered. Overall, the Decision Matrix provides a structured approach to evaluate organizations on a spectrum of relevant attributes, aiding in the fair and objective selection process.
Organization Location
The project primarily targets organizations based in the Hawaiian Islands. This approach stems from our exploration of ‘Āina, a form of stewardship intrinsic to Hawaii. If an organization does not reside within these islands, it will be excluded from the project's list. Those operating within the geographical confines of the Hawaiian Islands will be included and further evaluated.
Organization Type
The project seeks to engage mainly with nonprofit or unincorporated groups, reflecting the ground realities and unique challenges faced by these organizations within Hawai'i. Local chapters of national organizations and for-profit organizations will be excluded. This is to ensure that we are focusing on Hawaiʻi-based entities, as national bodies may not necessarily align with local interests and practices. Furthermore, including for-profit entities may complicate financial analysis due to inconsistency in Form 990 filing.
Financial Transparency
Nonprofit corporations are typically required to make their Form 990 available to the public. If an organization provides this form, we mark it as a nonprofit corporation and proceed with data collection. If the form is not available, we take it as an indication that the entity might be a for-profit or unincorporated group, marking it accordingly for future evaluation.
DCCA Hawaii Profile
Having a DCCA Hawaii profile indicates that an organization is incorporated, necessitating further evaluation to ascertain if it is a profit or nonprofit entity. Those without a DCCA profile might be unincorporated, or they may operate under a different legal name than the one presented online. We further evaluate these entities to verify their validity and reduce organizational redundancy, as some of these might be programs under larger organizations.
School, University, and Governmental Affiliation
Incorporated school, university, or government entities are excluded, as GIS data for these entities already exist. Unincorporated programs, initiatives, or groups hosted by another entity, including those hosted by a government entity, are included for consideration. Similarly, unincorporated groups without organizational/legal affiliation with another entity are also taken into account.
Hawaiian Homestead/Homeland Affiliation
Programs or initiatives of a Hawaiian Homestead or Homeland are removed from the list.
Specific Types of Organizations
Organizations primarily focused on dance instruction, such as hālau hula, or water sports, like canoe clubs, are excluded unless the lands and waters they steward are publicly known and integral to their programming.
Community Engagement
Organizations that host volunteer or community days are further considered. We recognize that not all organizations conduct such events, but this is an important element of community stewardship. Furthermore, the public mention of these workdays on websites or social media indicates which sites are publicly known and/or accessible.
Location
Organizations need to have a physical location identifiable on a map. If it cannot be located, it's removed from the list.
Activity Status
Both active and inactive organizations are included for evaluation. Activity status and start dates, if applicable, are indicated. Inactivity can also be detected through digital footprints, such as large gaps in social media activity or outdated websites.
Digital Presence
A functioning website or active social media presence is mandatory for inclusion in the list. Digital presence indicates a readiness to share work and information publicly. Excluding organizations without a digital presence also helps avoid missing or outdated information in the dataset.
Land Stewardship
Whether an organization is located on the land they steward or not, it's included for consideration. Such organizations are denoted as 'AINA ON SITE' or 'OFF-SITE AINA', and the site type is indicated as appropriate.
Site Multiplicity
Organizations with multiple sites are marked as 'multisite'. Single-site organizations are marked as 'n/a'.
Mission Information
Regardless of the availability of additional mission/focus information, all organizations are included for consideration, with available information tagged as appropriate.
Land Ownership
If an 'Āina organization owns the land it stewards, it's indicated as a 'landowner'. Otherwise, it's left blank or moved on to the next step.
Large Landowner Connection
If an 'Āina organization operates on the property of a large landowner, the name of this landowner is indicated.
Network Membership
'Āina organizations belonging to a network or several networks are identified and included.
Cultural Foundation
Organizations that safeguard the well-being of the people and places they serve, with Native Hawaiian Culture as the foundation of their actions, are considered for inclusion. Those that don't mention the word 'āina' in their public content are considered for removal.
Stewardship Focus
Organizations that push the boundaries of stewardship with a focus on Pilina, Malama ‘Āina, aloha ‘Āina, active relationships, and other land-based issues like land back, sovereignty, history, or archaeology, are included.
Land Trust Connection
Organizations or sites owned by or connected with a land trust are marked under the network or landowner column, respectively. Others are included for consideration.
Organization Location
The project primarily targets organizations based in the Hawaiian Islands. This approach stems from our exploration of ‘Āina, a form of stewardship intrinsic to Hawaii. If an organization does not reside within these islands, it will be excluded from the project's list. Those operating within the geographical confines of the Hawaiian Islands will be included and further evaluated.
Organization Type
The project seeks to engage mainly with nonprofit or unincorporated groups, reflecting the ground realities and unique challenges faced by these organizations within Hawai'i. Local chapters of national organizations and for-profit organizations will be excluded. This is to ensure that we are focusing on Hawaiʻi-based entities, as national bodies may not necessarily align with local interests and practices. Furthermore, including for-profit entities may complicate financial analysis due to inconsistency in Form 990 filing.
Financial Transparency
Nonprofit corporations are typically required to make their Form 990 available to the public. If an organization provides this form, we mark it as a nonprofit corporation and proceed with data collection. If the form is not available, we take it as an indication that the entity might be a for-profit or unincorporated group, marking it accordingly for future evaluation.
DCCA Hawaii Profile
Having a DCCA Hawaii profile indicates that an organization is incorporated, necessitating further evaluation to ascertain if it is a profit or nonprofit entity. Those without a DCCA profile might be unincorporated, or they may operate under a different legal name than the one presented online. We further evaluate these entities to verify their validity and reduce organizational redundancy, as some of these might be programs under larger organizations.
School, University, and Governmental Affiliation
Incorporated school, university, or government entities are excluded, as GIS data for these entities already exist. Unincorporated programs, initiatives, or groups hosted by another entity, including those hosted by a government entity, are included for consideration. Similarly, unincorporated groups without organizational/legal affiliation with another entity are also taken into account.
Hawaiian Homestead/Homeland Affiliation
Programs or initiatives of a Hawaiian Homestead or Homeland are removed from the list.
Specific Types of Organizations
Organizations primarily focused on dance instruction, such as hālau hula, or water sports, like canoe clubs, are excluded unless the lands and waters they steward are publicly known and integral to their programming.
Community Engagement
Organizations that host volunteer or community days are further considered. We recognize that not all organizations conduct such events, but this is an important element of community stewardship. Furthermore, the public mention of these workdays on websites or social media indicates which sites are publicly known and/or accessible.
Location
Organizations need to have a physical location identifiable on a map. If it cannot be located, it's removed from the list.
Activity Status
Both active and inactive organizations are included for evaluation. Activity status and start dates, if applicable, are indicated. Inactivity can also be detected through digital footprints, such as large gaps in social media activity or outdated websites.
Digital Presence
A functioning website or active social media presence is mandatory for inclusion in the list. Digital presence indicates a readiness to share work and information publicly. Excluding organizations without a digital presence also helps avoid missing or outdated information in the dataset.
Land Stewardship
Whether an organization is located on the land they steward or not, it's included for consideration. Such organizations are denoted as 'AINA ON SITE' or 'OFF-SITE AINA', and the site type is indicated as appropriate.
Site Multiplicity
Organizations with multiple sites are marked as 'multisite'. Single-site organizations are marked as 'n/a'.
Mission Information
Regardless of the availability of additional mission/focus information, all organizations are included for consideration, with available information tagged as appropriate.
Land Ownership
If an 'Āina organization owns the land it stewards, it's indicated as a 'landowner'. Otherwise, it's left blank or moved on to the next step.
Large Landowner Connection
If an 'Āina organization operates on the property of a large landowner, the name of this landowner is indicated.
Network Membership
'Āina organizations belonging to a network or several networks are identified and included.
Cultural Foundation
Organizations that safeguard the well-being of the people and places they serve, with Native Hawaiian Culture as the foundation of their actions, are considered for inclusion. Those that don't mention the word 'āina' in their public content are considered for removal.
Stewardship Focus
Organizations that push the boundaries of stewardship with a focus on Pilina, Malama ‘Āina, aloha ‘Āina, active relationships, and other land-based issues like land back, sovereignty, history, or archaeology, are included.
Land Trust Connection
Organizations or sites owned by or connected with a land trust are marked under the network or landowner column, respectively. Others are included for consideration.
Data Quality Information
Lineage
This dataset was diligently assembled using information that is publicly accessible through various organization websites and social media platforms. Geographic coordinates representing the longitude and latitude of each site were determined based on addresses found online, with Google Earth serving as the primary tool for this purpose. Furthermore, tax-related information for nonprofit organizations, extracted from form 990, was sourced using the platforms GuideStar and ProPublica. This methodology provides the foundation for the dataset's construction, thereby outlining its lineage.
Completeness
No warranty is made that the GIS data or any subsequent updates will be error-free. While all efforts have been made to ensure the completeness of this data, this dataset may not represent all existing features or their relationships. The dataset reflects the state of knowledge and data availability at the time of creation. Users should understand that the data are dynamic, and updates, additions, and corrections are possible.
Positional Accuracy
No warranty is made regarding the positional accuracy of the GIS data. Positional accuracy is not guaranteed. The geographic locations of features are as accurate as the original source material. These data should not be used for navigational purposes. Any discrepancies should be reported to the data distributor for review.
Attribute Accuracy
No warranty is made regarding the...thematic accuracy of the GIS data. Attribute information has been generated from best available sources and, while maintained and updated to the best of our ability, can contain errors or omissions. Users should independently verify information before making project decisions or policy based on these data. Feedback on errors or omissions is appreciated and can be directed to the data distributor.
Spatial Data Organization Information
Layer Type
Points
Geographic Extent
Statewide; Islands of Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and Hawaiʻi
Spatial Reference System
The geographic data in this dataset utilizes the North American Datum 1983 (NAD83) for its spatial reference system. It specifically adopts the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) projection system, within Zone 4 North (4N). This choice of spatial reference system provides a high level of accuracy for locations within Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i, which falls within this UTM zone. Users should ensure their GIS software or other analytical tools are set to this spatial reference system (NAD83 / UTM zone 4N) when utilizing this dataset to ensure accurate representation and analysis.
Spatial References
The spatial reference of this dataset is primarily derived from a combination of online research and community stakeholder interviews. Locations referenced within the data relate to real-world point features, but the specific positional data may be generalized based on descriptions and should not be considered an exact representation of the actual geographic location. This dataset represents point features using latitude and longitude values. It is important to note that while the use of a direct spatial reference system enhances the precision of data, the accuracy of the spatial data is dependent on the original source materials and data collection methods; the accuracy of feature locations may vary.
Entity and Attribute Information
Overview Description
The dataset encompasses a broad range of entities and attributes, which were derived from various sources. These include organization websites, social media platforms, geographic data from Google Earth, and tax information from GuideStar and ProPublica. The dataset's attributes reflect this diversity of sources, including geographical coordinates (longitude and latitude) of various sites, as well as tax details for nonprofit organizations as indicated in form 990. This comprehensive blend of information sources ensures a multi-faceted view of the organizations and their activities within Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i.
Directives for usage
Attributes within this dataset are based on research conducted online and in-person interviews with community stakeholders. While every effort has been made to represent the data accurately, differences may exist between reported and actual conditions. Users should consider the original sources of the data and the method of data collection when interpreting results.
Distribution Information
Distributor
ʻĀINAVIS
Resource Description
www.ainavis.info
Distribution Liability
There are no expressed warranties associated with the release of this dataset. Neither AINAVIS, its collaborators and partners, the data distributor, nor any related stakeholder entities make any guarantee, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the data provided. The user assumes all risks associated with the use of this data. The distributor shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of the data.
Metadata Reference Information
Metadata Date
May 2023
Metadata Standard
The metadata for this dataset was created in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Federal Geographic Data Committee's (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM). The CSDGM standard is widely recognized and facilitates data sharing, interoperability, and usability. It is designed to provide a common set of terminology and definitions for the documentation of digital geospatial data. Compliance with this standard ensures a baseline quality of metadata and helps users understand basic characteristics of the data, aiding in the effective use and management of the dataset.
Temporal Information
Time period of content
The dataset spans the period from 1950 to 2023.
Currentness Reference
This dataset is considered current and accurate up to the endpoint of its content timeframe, which is stipulated as the year 2023. All data incorporated within the dataset have been corroborated and confirmed as precise as of this year. It is crucial for users to acknowledge that this dataset does not incorporate or reflect any modifications, developments, or alterations that have transpired in the represented organizations or geographical locations post the referenced year, 2023. Any analysis or interpretation performed using this dataset should duly take into account this temporal boundary.
Access and Use Constraints
Access Constraints
This dataset is available for public use and is open-source. There are no restrictions on accessing the dataset. However, users are required to acknowledge the source of the data in all disseminations.
Use Constraints
This dataset should not be used for navigation, safety-related, or any other purposes that could potentially lead to harm if incorrect or incomplete data are used. The GIS data and any features it depicts do not represent or confer any legal rights, privileges, benefits, boundaries or claims of any kind. Users are free to copy, distribute, display, and perform the work and make derivative works based on this data, provided that they give the original authors credit per requested citations in the team and citations section.
Lineage
This dataset was diligently assembled using information that is publicly accessible through various organization websites and social media platforms. Geographic coordinates representing the longitude and latitude of each site were determined based on addresses found online, with Google Earth serving as the primary tool for this purpose. Furthermore, tax-related information for nonprofit organizations, extracted from form 990, was sourced using the platforms GuideStar and ProPublica. This methodology provides the foundation for the dataset's construction, thereby outlining its lineage.
Completeness
No warranty is made that the GIS data or any subsequent updates will be error-free. While all efforts have been made to ensure the completeness of this data, this dataset may not represent all existing features or their relationships. The dataset reflects the state of knowledge and data availability at the time of creation. Users should understand that the data are dynamic, and updates, additions, and corrections are possible.
Positional Accuracy
No warranty is made regarding the positional accuracy of the GIS data. Positional accuracy is not guaranteed. The geographic locations of features are as accurate as the original source material. These data should not be used for navigational purposes. Any discrepancies should be reported to the data distributor for review.
Attribute Accuracy
No warranty is made regarding the...thematic accuracy of the GIS data. Attribute information has been generated from best available sources and, while maintained and updated to the best of our ability, can contain errors or omissions. Users should independently verify information before making project decisions or policy based on these data. Feedback on errors or omissions is appreciated and can be directed to the data distributor.
Spatial Data Organization Information
Layer Type
Points
Geographic Extent
Statewide; Islands of Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and Hawaiʻi
Spatial Reference System
The geographic data in this dataset utilizes the North American Datum 1983 (NAD83) for its spatial reference system. It specifically adopts the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) projection system, within Zone 4 North (4N). This choice of spatial reference system provides a high level of accuracy for locations within Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i, which falls within this UTM zone. Users should ensure their GIS software or other analytical tools are set to this spatial reference system (NAD83 / UTM zone 4N) when utilizing this dataset to ensure accurate representation and analysis.
Spatial References
The spatial reference of this dataset is primarily derived from a combination of online research and community stakeholder interviews. Locations referenced within the data relate to real-world point features, but the specific positional data may be generalized based on descriptions and should not be considered an exact representation of the actual geographic location. This dataset represents point features using latitude and longitude values. It is important to note that while the use of a direct spatial reference system enhances the precision of data, the accuracy of the spatial data is dependent on the original source materials and data collection methods; the accuracy of feature locations may vary.
Entity and Attribute Information
Overview Description
The dataset encompasses a broad range of entities and attributes, which were derived from various sources. These include organization websites, social media platforms, geographic data from Google Earth, and tax information from GuideStar and ProPublica. The dataset's attributes reflect this diversity of sources, including geographical coordinates (longitude and latitude) of various sites, as well as tax details for nonprofit organizations as indicated in form 990. This comprehensive blend of information sources ensures a multi-faceted view of the organizations and their activities within Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i.
Directives for usage
Attributes within this dataset are based on research conducted online and in-person interviews with community stakeholders. While every effort has been made to represent the data accurately, differences may exist between reported and actual conditions. Users should consider the original sources of the data and the method of data collection when interpreting results.
Distribution Information
Distributor
ʻĀINAVIS
Resource Description
www.ainavis.info
Distribution Liability
There are no expressed warranties associated with the release of this dataset. Neither AINAVIS, its collaborators and partners, the data distributor, nor any related stakeholder entities make any guarantee, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the data provided. The user assumes all risks associated with the use of this data. The distributor shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of the data.
Metadata Reference Information
Metadata Date
May 2023
Metadata Standard
The metadata for this dataset was created in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Federal Geographic Data Committee's (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM). The CSDGM standard is widely recognized and facilitates data sharing, interoperability, and usability. It is designed to provide a common set of terminology and definitions for the documentation of digital geospatial data. Compliance with this standard ensures a baseline quality of metadata and helps users understand basic characteristics of the data, aiding in the effective use and management of the dataset.
Temporal Information
Time period of content
The dataset spans the period from 1950 to 2023.
Currentness Reference
This dataset is considered current and accurate up to the endpoint of its content timeframe, which is stipulated as the year 2023. All data incorporated within the dataset have been corroborated and confirmed as precise as of this year. It is crucial for users to acknowledge that this dataset does not incorporate or reflect any modifications, developments, or alterations that have transpired in the represented organizations or geographical locations post the referenced year, 2023. Any analysis or interpretation performed using this dataset should duly take into account this temporal boundary.
Access and Use Constraints
Access Constraints
This dataset is available for public use and is open-source. There are no restrictions on accessing the dataset. However, users are required to acknowledge the source of the data in all disseminations.
Use Constraints
This dataset should not be used for navigation, safety-related, or any other purposes that could potentially lead to harm if incorrect or incomplete data are used. The GIS data and any features it depicts do not represent or confer any legal rights, privileges, benefits, boundaries or claims of any kind. Users are free to copy, distribute, display, and perform the work and make derivative works based on this data, provided that they give the original authors credit per requested citations in the team and citations section.
Recommended Citation Formats
APA
Mahi, D.; Connelly, S.; McMillen, H.; Vaughan, M.B.; Su, K.; Santiago, R.P.; Kim, E.; Dacks, R.; Burgess, S. (2023). ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset). Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear.
MLA
Mahi, D. et al. "ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset)." Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear, 2023.
CMS
Mahi, D. et al. "ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset)." Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear. 2023.
CSE
Mahi D, Connelly S, McMillen H, Vaughan MB, Su K, Santiago RP, Kim E, Dacks, R., Burgess S. ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset). Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear, 2023.
Primary Contacts / Data Stewardship
Dawn Mahi
Sean Connelly
Team Co-Directors
Sean Connelly
Dawn Mahi
Design
Sean Connelly
Kau‘i —
Research Associates
Sanoe Burges
Rachel Dacks
Emi Kim
Kaiqing “Anabell” Su
Paul Santiago
Interns & Collaborators
estiny Apilado, Carter Beale, William Carter, Kenji Cataldo, Brissa Christophersen, Leigh Engel, Breanne Fong, Mitchell Hashimoto, Noa Kamana, Tatum Kauka, Dylan ʻAʻaliʻi Kelling, Kaley Kalehuakea Kelling, Emilie Kirk, Alyssandra Rousseve, Leif Salveson, Reinier Santiago, Kaiqing Su, Joel Temple, Isaiah Wagenman, Jolie Wanger.
Educational Advisor
Mehana Blaich Vaughan
Advisory
Brant Chillingworth
Puanani Connelly
Heather McMillen
Mehana Blaich Vaugha
APA
Mahi, D.; Connelly, S.; McMillen, H.; Vaughan, M.B.; Su, K.; Santiago, R.P.; Kim, E.; Dacks, R.; Burgess, S. (2023). ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset). Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear.
MLA
Mahi, D. et al. "ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset)." Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear, 2023.
CMS
Mahi, D. et al. "ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset)." Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear. 2023.
CSE
Mahi D, Connelly S, McMillen H, Vaughan MB, Su K, Santiago RP, Kim E, Dacks, R., Burgess S. ʻĀina Org Index: Mapping Cultural Resurgence in Pae ʻĀina Hawai‘i (‘ĀINAVIS Dataset). Consuelo Foundation; After Oceanic; Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests; University of Hawai'i at Mānoa; Hawai‘i Nonlinear, 2023.
Primary Contacts / Data Stewardship
Dawn Mahi
Sean Connelly
Team Co-Directors
Sean Connelly
Dawn Mahi
Design
Sean Connelly
Kau‘i —
Research Associates
Sanoe Burges
Rachel Dacks
Emi Kim
Kaiqing “Anabell” Su
Paul Santiago
Interns & Collaborators
estiny Apilado, Carter Beale, William Carter, Kenji Cataldo, Brissa Christophersen, Leigh Engel, Breanne Fong, Mitchell Hashimoto, Noa Kamana, Tatum Kauka, Dylan ʻAʻaliʻi Kelling, Kaley Kalehuakea Kelling, Emilie Kirk, Alyssandra Rousseve, Leif Salveson, Reinier Santiago, Kaiqing Su, Joel Temple, Isaiah Wagenman, Jolie Wanger.
Educational Advisor
Mehana Blaich Vaughan
Advisory
Brant Chillingworth
Puanani Connelly
Heather McMillen
Mehana Blaich Vaugha
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