Kū Kiaʻi Mauna

Kū Kiaʻi Mauna is a Hawaiian movement focused on protecting Mauna Kea, a sacred mountain and site of astronomical observatories on Hawai'i. The movement emphasizes respecting cultural traditions and sovereignty, asserting that development projects like telescopes threaten the mountain’s spiritual significance and natural environment. Participants often hold peaceful protests and advocate for honoring native Hawaiian rights and beliefs. The movement aims to balance scientific interest with cultural preservation, urging responsible stewardship of Mauna Kea, which holds deep spiritual and cultural importance to the Hawaiian people.