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<h2>Public Report on Unlawful Confinement in Hawaiʻi</h2> Issued by the Office of Hawaiian Subjects (OHS) under authority of the Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects, Hawaiian Kingdom For more than a century, the Hawaiian Islands have existed under conditions that meet the international legal definition of prolonged belligerent occupation. During this period, the population of Hawaiian Subjects—whose nationality and political allegiance lawfully derive from the Hawaiian Kingdom—have been placed under the authority of foreign administrative structures operating under U.S. jurisdiction as the “State of Hawaiʻi.”One of the most visible and severe consequences of this occupation is the mass confinement of Hawaiian Subjects in State-run correctional facilities, despite the absence of any lawful transfer of sovereignty from the Hawaiian Kingdom to the United States.<h3> I. Introduction</h3> This report outlines:&gt;The scale of detention in Hawaiʻi; &gt;The humanitarian and legal implications under international law; &gt;The concerns of Hawaiian families whose loved ones are confined; &gt;The work of OHS and the Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects; and &gt;The legal standards that define unlawful confinement during occupation. This statement is issued not as opinion, but as a clear presentation of the lawful norms of international humanitarian law (IHL) and the continuing existence of the Hawaiian Kingdom.<h3> II. The Legal Status of the Hawaiian Kingdom</h3> The Hawaiian Kingdom is a recognized, treaty-bound State whose sovereignty has never been legally extinguished. No treaty of cession, annexation, or lawful transfer of jurisdiction was ever concluded between the Hawaiian Kingdom and the United States.Under international law:&gt;States do not disappear by overthrow or occupation; &gt;Sovereignty continues until lawfully transferred by treaty; and &gt;Occupation cannot transfer sovereignty. All treaties of the Hawaiian Kingdom remain valid unless lawfully terminated. The Kingdom’s subjects—Kānaka and naturalized nationals—retain their national identity by force of law, regardless of U.S. administrative claims.<h3> III. Occupation and the Status of Hawaiian Subjects</h3> Under the Fourth Geneva Convention, Hawaiian Subjects in the hands of an occupying administration are classified as “protected persons.”Protected persons cannot be:&gt;Arbitrarily detained; &gt;Deported outside the occupied territory; &gt;Punished without due process; or &gt;Subject to the occupying power’s domestic legislation in disregard of IHL. Any confinement violating these rules constitutes unlawful confinement, a grave breach—that is, a war crime under Article 147 of the Fourth Geneva Convention.<h3> IV. Scope of Confinement Under the State of Hawaiʻi</h3>As of 2024–2025, data publicly released by the State of Hawaiʻi indicate:Design capacity: approximately 2,491 beds; Operational capacity: approximately 3,527 beds; Actual in-state incarcerated population: around 2,800–3,000 individuals; and Hawaiʻi inmates held in Arizona (Saguaro): approximately 900 individuals. This means that more than 3,500 human beings are held under the custody of an administrative structure that OHS identifies as the occupying authority.Research consistently shows that Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander people are drastically overrepresented in these facilities. By OHS classification and genealogical reality, a significant portion—often cited as three-quarters—may be Hawaiian Subjects.Under Kingdom law, every such individual is therefore a protected person under occupation law.<h3> V. Why This Constitutes Unlawful Confinement</h3> Under international humanitarian law, confinement becomes unlawful confinement—a grave breach—when:There is no lawful sovereign jurisdiction to try, sentence, or imprison the protected person; Detention is based on the domestic laws of the occupying administration rather than the strict limits of the Fourth Geneva Convention; Individuals are transported outside the occupied territory (for example, to Saguaro Prison in Arizona); There is no demonstration of imperative security necessity in each case as required by Articles 42 and 78; and Due process rights required by IHL are not fully provided. Because no treaty ever transferred jurisdiction from the Hawaiian Kingdom to the United States or the State of Hawaiʻi, the legal authority to confine Hawaiian Subjects does not exist under international law.Every incarcerated Hawaiian Subject thus represents a potential instance of unlawful confinement.<h3> VI. Humanitarian Concerns of Hawaiian Families</h3> Hawaiian families—many of whom understand their national identity as Hawaiian Subjects—express:&gt;Fear for the safety of imprisoned relatives; &gt;Confusion about why they are confined by authorities with no lawful jurisdiction; &gt;Deep emotional distress over out-of-state transfers to Arizona; &gt;Pain over intergenerational incarceration patterns that mirror displacement and historic trauma; and &gt;Concern that their loved ones are being held under a foreign system never lawfully established in Hawaiʻi. From the humanitarian view of OHS and the Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects, these are protected persons in distress, deserving of oversight, documentation, and lawful protection.<h3> VII. The Role of OHS and the Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects</h3> The Office of Hawaiian Subjects operates as:&gt;A humanitarian monitoring body; &gt;A repository of Kingdom nationality records; &gt;A reporter of incidents of unlawful confinement; &gt;A communicator with families; &gt;An educator on the law of occupation; and &gt;A recorder of potential grave breaches for transmission to appropriate authorities. The Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects directs that:Every confinement involving a Hawaiian Subject is to be documented; Every facility holding Hawaiian Subjects constitutes a site of concern; Communications to State entities must be framed as lawful notices, not petitions; Hawaiian Subjects retain their national identity even while confined; and Under occupation law, their rights cannot be extinguished by domestic legislation of the occupying administration.<h3> VIII. Long-Term Implications</h3> If any competent international or domestic court ever recognizes the continuity of the Hawaiian Kingdom under occupation law, the implications for confinement and taxation could be significant, including:&gt;Unlawful confinement claims; &gt;Wrongful incarceration redress; &gt;Jurisdictional challenges; &gt;Restitution claims for enforcement of laws without lawful authority; and International humanitarian reviews of prolonged detention under occupation.<h3> IX. Conclusion</h3> The Hawaiian Kingdom exists in continuity under international law. Hawaiian Subjects are protected persons under occupation law. The ongoing mass confinement of Hawaiian Subjects by the State of Hawaiʻi raises grave and urgent questions under the Fourth Geneva Convention.Families have real humanitarian concerns. OHS and the Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects continue to document, report, and clarify these conditions in accordance with their lawful duties.This report is issued in the interest of truth, clarity, and the protection of Hawaiian Subjects under the laws that govern all occupied territories.Report by: Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects &amp; Humanitarian Affairs

Public Report on Unlawful Confinement in Hawaiʻi

About the Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal The Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal (HKHT) is a kupuna-led body dedicated to protecting Hawaiian Subjects under humanitarian, cultural, and international standards. Effective November 18, 2025, the Tribunal operates as a protective, advisory, and evidentiary authority.What the Tribunal Does The Tribunal:Protects Hawaiian Subjects by recognizing and documenting harms Advises OHS, families, and communities on culturally grounded remedies Creates official records and Findings of Fact for future legal or international use Confirms cultural and humanitarian injuries Supports Protected Person (Geneva IV) recognition through structured kupuna review How It Helps Hawaiian Subjects Hawaiian Subjects gain:A safe place to testify with respect Documentation that cannot be ignored Cultural and humanitarian recognition of their experiences Stronger pathways for OHS advocacy Greater visibility in international human-rights frameworks Why It Matters The Tribunal ensures that kupuna leadership, cultural integrity, and humanitarian values guide our governance response. This builds a resilient, pono-based system that protects the lāhui today and preserves truth for tomorrow.

Hawaii Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal

&nbsp; 1. PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal – Community Information Series Purpose: Equip the public with clarity, reassurance, and direct guidance as the Tribunal moves into full operational readiness.Session Topics Session 1 – Understanding the Tribunal What the Tribunal is (and is not) Why it was established How it fits within OHS + HKC governance How cases flow into and out of the Tribunal Session 2 – Your Rights as a Hawaiian Subject Protected Person status Testimony rights Cultural protection Family and ʻohana support Session 3 – How the Tribunal Handles Testimony Case intake overview Hearing process Findings and recommendations Confidentiality protections Session 4 – What Kupuna Leadership Means Cultural grounding Decision-making process Kupuna deliberation protocol Guidance, kuleana, and pono-driven outcomes Session 5 – Community Impact &amp; Long-Term Vision Accountability pathways Documentation of harm International filing readiness Restorative resolutions Delivery Options Live Zoom sessions In-person community halls Recorded educational series Public-access TV + radio PSA alignment OHS website + hotline integration &nbsp; 2. EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES &amp; OUTREACH INITIATIVES Educational Materials Produced “What Is the Kupuna Tribunal?” explainer booklet “Your Rights Under Humanitarian Protection” card “How Hearings Work” one-page graphic “Step-by-Step Case Submission Guide” brochure “Kupuna Leadership &amp; Cultural Protocol” resource sheet “Protected Person Status Overview” infographic Outreach Initiatives A. Community Resource Hubs Hosted inside:libraries Hawaiian organizations schools community centers OHA/OHANA spaces B. Youth &amp; ʻOpio Awareness Workshops Topics:identity civic lineage cultural protection testimony rights C. Mobile Outreach Team A field unit visiting:houseless communities rural districts kupuna centers shelters Hawaiian Homestead communities D. Monthly “Kupuna Talk Story” Forums A safe venue for:community concerns direct kupuna guidance informal submissions pre-intake consultations &nbsp; 3. GUIDES FOR SUBMITTING CASES OR TESTIMONY Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal – Case Submission Guide Step 1 — Identify the Issue Eligible submissions include:cultural harm land/resource disputes humanitarian issues violations toward Protected Persons family/ʻohana impacts systemic or institutional harm Step 2 — Gather Basic Information Prepare:Name &amp; contact Any documentation Timeline of events Witness names Cultural impact statement (if applicable) Step 3 — Submit Your Case You may submit via:HKC website (form portal) Email to Tribunal Clerk In-person submission at OHS/HKC office Kupuna community session OHS field officer during outreach Step 4 — Clerk Review &amp; Intake The Tribunal Clerk will:Assign your case a docket number Confirm completeness Schedule hearing or kupuna review Provide next steps Step 5 — Hearing Participation You may:Provide testimony Submit evidence Bring a cultural supporter Request confidentiality Step 6 — Receive Determination Findings will be:Read aloud Provided in writing Submitted to OHS Legal Division (if needed) Added to the Tribunal archive &nbsp; 4. OPPORTUNITIES FOR COMMUNITY COLLABORATION &amp; KUPUNA ENGAGEMENT Kupuna-Led Pathways for Community Involvement A. Cultural Advisory Circles Community members can:share insights flag issues provide cultural context recommend areas of focus B. Tribunal Support Volunteers Roles include:greeters clerical support cultural protocol assistants hearing-day aides C. Case Narrative Support Teams Trained volunteers help families prepare:testimony timelines documents cultural statements D. Kupuna Shadow Program Emerging leaders observe:hearings kupuna deliberations cultural protocol humanitarian procedures E. Community Data &amp; Impact Network A shared space for:reporting trends tracking issues identifying systemic harm preparing broader recommendations &nbsp; TRIBUNAL PRIORITY STATEMENT “As this Tribunal moves into operational mode, our priority remains steadfast: protecting our people and advancing a humanitarian-centered governance model grounded in pono.” This guiding statement is the cornerstone of your public messaging — it reinforces your long-view, values-based approach and grounds the Tribunal in both cultural authority and humanitarian legitimacy.

Hawaii Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal - Hawaii's First!

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Ratification of the Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal Effective: November 18, 2025 The Hawai‘i Kupuna Council (HKC), in collaborative alignment with the Office of Hawaiian Subjects (OHS), is proud to announce the official ratification and activation of the Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal, effective November 18, 2025.This milestone marks a transformational leap forward for our communities, creating a centralized, kupuna-led humanitarian review body designed to safeguard the rights, dignity, and cultural integrity of Hawaiian Subjects across the islands. The Tribunal stands as a strategic, future-focused mechanism that elevates Native governance capacity while embracing global human-rights standards.&nbsp; What This Means for Hawai‘i This ratification delivers a decisive new framework that:Empowers Kupuna leadership to guide, assess, and uphold cultural and humanitarian matters with clarity and authority Enhances subject protections under international humanitarian norms, including Geneva IV and indigenous rights standards Builds organizational resilience through disciplined case review, transparent findings, and forward-looking recommendations Strengthens inter-agency coordination with OHS and other Kingdom entities to drive operational alignment Amplifies community voice in matters involving identity, welfare, and the lived experience of occupation This Tribunal elevates our shared commitment to accountability, compassion, and continuity— pillars that have anchored Hawaiian governance for generations.&nbsp; Purpose of the Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal The Tribunal will operate as a humanitarian, cultural, and Indigenous rights review body, tasked with:Hearing testimony from Hawaiian Subjects and their ‘ohana Documenting cultural, humanitarian, and systemic harms Issuing kupuna-grounded findings and recommendations Recognizing Protected Person status where applicable Providing actionable insights to the OHS Legal Division and other governing bodies Producing reports suitable for international filing and human-rights channels The Tribunal does not replace any court; rather, it enhances community-driven oversight and strengthens lawful documentation for future remedy pathways.&nbsp; Why Now? Our communities have made it clear: They want structure, they want leadership, and they want a kupuna-led forum that advances truth with dignity and precision.This Tribunal is a response born out of necessity, foresight, and deep cultural kuleana. It positions our people to navigate a complex environment with more clarity, more accountability, and more tools to protect their families, lands, culture, and rights.This is the moment to scale our systems, align our collective strategy, and build a governance architecture that honors both tradition and innovation.&nbsp; What’s Next The HKC will roll out:Public information sessions Educational resources &amp; outreach initiatives Guides for submitting cases or testimony Opportunities for community collaboration and kupuna engagement As this Tribunal moves into operational mode, our priority remains steadfast: protecting our people and advancing a humanitarian-centered governance model grounded in pono.&nbsp; Closing Message This ratification is more than a procedural win— it is a generational investment, a strategic uplift, and a testament to the unity and resilience of our people.Together, we are building forward. Together, we are restoring integrity, strengthening accountability, and empowering the next chapter of Hawaiian leadership.For more information, updates, or participation opportunities, the Hawai‘i Kupuna Council and Office of Hawaiian Subjects will be releasing additional communications across all media platforms.Me ke aloha, Hawai‘i Kupuna Council &amp; Office of Hawaiian Subjects

Ratification of Hawaii's First Tribunal

NOVEMBER 16, 2025<h3>PRESS RELEASE — Public Announcement of Certified Genealogy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE &nbsp;Honolulu, Hawaiʻi</h3>PRESS RELEASE — Public Announcement of Certified Genealogy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE &nbsp;Honolulu, HawaiʻiCertified Genealogy Confirms Lineal Descent of Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-Winning Artist Ata Kealohapauole Damasco From King Kamehameha I The Office of Hawaiian Subjects (OHS) and the Hawaiʻi Kupuna Council formally acknowledge the certified genealogy of Ata Kealohapauole “Ata” Damasco, confirming his direct ancestral descent from His Majesty King Kamehameha I, founding monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom.This genealogy, recorded and sealed within archival tradition and bearing the certification stamp of an Iolani Palace Archivist, establishes Ata Damasco as a fifth great-grandson of Kamehameha I, descended through Princess Nahoao-Olelo-o-Kamehameha and the unbroken generational line preserved through official Hawaiian Kingdom genealogical registries.Ata Damasco, celebrated Hawaiian vocalist and 2011 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award recipient for Best Gospel Album, has long been recognized for his cultural leadership, community advocacy, and dedication to the perpetuation of Hawaiian identity. This newly published genealogical affirmation highlights his historical significance within the continuum of the Hawaiian Kingdom’s aliʻi heritage.<h3>A Very Unique Connection with Two Lab Verified Royal Family Members &gt; Damasco &amp; Jarnesky</h3>Within the same database of DNA results were given of two verified "Royal Hawaiian Subjects". As discovered right next to one another is a "Royal Cousin" to the Singer, Ata Damasco is Mr. Janden Kawika Kaiama Jarnesky. These two verifications were sent together after requesting for more informational search and publicly published material[s] while applying for "criminal records" to be abolished, we have stumbled upon these discoverings, which is exactly what we were looking for which is "DAVID CHRISTIAN K DAMASCO", Ata's younger sibling, and a long with these data facts were nestled right before our eyes, as we didn't need to go very far from the tree that it originated from.Discovery of Evidentiary FindingsThis document represents a formal compilation of laboratory-generated analytical data, structured in accordance with standard evidentiary procedures. The included laboratory chart reflects the type of technical reporting and procedural documentation customarily expected during an evidentiary review process. The information contained herein demonstrates that all verification protocols were followed in a manner consistent with recognized documentation practices for this category of evaluation.The data presented in this file has been prepared for public transparency and accountability, ensuring that all relevant findings are available for review. No portion of the submitted material has been challenged or refuted, as the documented results align with the declared position previously issued by the Hawai‘i Kupuna Council, the Kingdom’s designated humanitarian advisory body.For the record—and in my capacity as a proofreading specialist and cultural content writer—I affirm that the information summarized in this statement strictly pertains to the documentation and procedural elements associated with this type of submission. This attestation refers solely to the narrative, editorial, and cultural framing of the materials provided, consistent with the established protocols governing their presentation. The Hawaiʻi Kupuna Council and OHS reaffirm their commitment to documenting and preserving Hawaiian genealogies in accordance with cultural protocol, international humanitarian principles, and the legacy of the Hawaiian Kingdom.Media &amp; Cultural Institutions: &nbsp;Inquiries, interviews, and archival citations may be directed to: &nbsp;Office of Hawaiian Subjects, Ministry of Hawaiian Subjects &amp; Humanitarian Affairs.Hawaii Kupuna Council - Cultural &amp;&nbsp; Heritage Administration - Jackstein Belroth, International Cultural Specialist

A ROYAL DESCENT OF KING KAMEHMEHA I

<figure id="figure-xakncovx0jmht7jc5j" data-full-width="" class=""><iframe id="xakncovx0jmht7jc5j" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hh4iVT77MG8" class="w-full bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/Hh4iVT77MG8" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="true" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hh4iVT77MG8" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure><h3>The Confused, the Hidden, and the Found Truth!</h3>Dr. Keanu Sai speaks about the history of Hawaii's obliterated past, and how it was hidden from its Native people. Looking at it from his lens is way much clearer than how not, too long ago, it was for the many who never knew their past, history that later revealed the truth.As a Native&nbsp;Kanaka 'Oiwi&nbsp;&nbsp;it was not as many think it was then, as to now how it really took a course no one ever expected, the truth?&nbsp;Money, Greed &amp; lovers of Oneself!&nbsp; - 2 Timothy 3:1-5&nbsp;