Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. The ʻOnipaʻa Peace March concluded at ‘Ionlani palace and was followed by speeches and musical performances from Kānaka dedicated to the sovereignty movement. An attendee holds her fist high with Hawaiian flags flapping behind her.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. The grounds of ‘Iolani palace bustle with attendees. The Keliʻiponi Hale or coronation pavilion is used as a stage by performers and speakers.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Longtime political activist and educator, Imaikalani Winchester, speaks to the crowd about the power of unity and aloha.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Hawaiian flags dot the scene as people listen intently to Imaikalani Winchester.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. People hold their fists high in resistance and shared purpose.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Vice president of the nation of Hawaii, Brandon Makaʻawaʻawa, attends the march and rally. He said that “sovereignty is not given to us and it should be asserted by every kānaka.”
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. School groups from all over the islands come to celebrate their heritage and advocate for self-determination.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. The ‘Ionlani Palace was constructed in 1882 and was home to Hawaii’s last monarchs. It’s the only official royal palace in the United States.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Students from Ke Kula ‘o ‘Ehunuikaimalino, a Hawaiian immersion school in Kona, and their vice principal, Ka’ea Lyons-Yglesias, pose in front of the palace.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. The ʻOnipaʻa Peace March has been an annual event for nearly a decade.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Along with music and speeches, Hula is performed.
Alec Johnson / Ka Leo O Hawaii. Music has long been used as a form of resistance. It’s no different here.
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