Nālani Wilson-Hokowhitu

About the Author

Nālani Wilson-Hokowhitu is a distinguished scholar and writer whose work bridges Indigenous knowledge systems with contemporary academic discourse, drawing from her deep roots in Hawaiian and broader Pacific Islander traditions. As an associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she explores the intersections of genealogy, history, and cultural resilience in the face of colonial legacies. Her innovative approach to moʻokūʻauhau—ancestral genealogies as a methodological framework—challenges Western epistemologies and empowers Indigenous narratives. Through her writing, Wilson-Hokowhitu advocates for decolonizing research practices, emphasizing the vitality of oral histories and place-based knowledges in shaping futures for Native communities. Her contributions continue to inspire scholars and activists alike in reclaiming and reasserting Pacific Indigenous voices on global stages.