Why is this study being done? The purpose of our study is to understand Hawaiian identity and the strengths and challenges of being Hawaiian. We are asking you to participate because you identify as Native Hawaiian. What will happen if I decide to take part in this study? The survey will consist of 22-25 multiple choice and open-ended questions. It will take 20-25 minutes. The survey questions will include questions like, “What does it mean to be Hawaiian?” “What are the successes that come with being Hawaiian?” and “What are the challenges that come with being Hawaiian?”

What are the risks and benefits of taking part in this study? We believe there is little risk to you for participating in this research study. You may become stressed or uncomfortable answering any of the survey questions. If you do become stressed or uncomfortable, you can skip the question. You can also withdraw from the study altogether. If you choose to withdraw from the study, you can determine the use, if any, of any data you provided. There will be no direct benefit to you for participating in this study. The results of this project will help Papa Ola Lōkahi determine how to best meet the needs of Native Hawaiians in Hawaiʻi and on the continental United States.

Results of Research: Analyzed results will be shared back with you at the conclusion of our study. In addition, any reports prepared with our results will be made publicly available on our Papa Ola Lōkahi website.

Privacy and Confidentiality: We will keep all study data secure encrypted on a password protected computer. Only Papa Ola Lōkahi will have access to the data for both primary and secondary analyses. Our funding agency, Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA), has the legal permission and right to review research records. However, in the event HRSA requests to view our research records, we will notify you. When we report the results of our research findings, we will not use your name. We will not use any other personal identifying information that can identify you. We will report our findings in a way that protects your privacy and confidentiality to the extent allowed by law. We intend to report aggregated, de-identified data in community reports, social media, peer-reviewed journal articles, reports to our funder, at conferences, and for advocacy purposes.

Compensation: You will be entered into a random drawing to receive a makana worth up to $20.

Future Research Studies: If partners request the use of data from this study, we will ensure they have a clear purpose that is related to our POL mission and vision, and will ensure that we review any final reports. Internally, POL may use the deidentified results of this study to share publicly in community reports and/or academic peer-reviewed journals.

Questions: If you have any questions about this study, please email kanakaconnections@polhi.org. Our research study follows our internal research protocols and ethics, designed to protect our participants, center community voices, redistribute power back to communities and Native Hawaiians, and honors Indigenous data sovereignty. If you agree to participate in this project, please sign by typing your name and date using the survey options below. A copy of the informed consent for your records and reference can be emailed to you.