Hūlili is a multidisciplinary forum for current research that examines the nature, needs, and strengths of Kānaka Maoli and Native Hawaiian communities. Through collaboration and critique, Hūlili fosters new connections and shared insights to mobilize greater Hawaiian well-being.

This special issue brings together scholars, poets, artists, and community voices from across Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to explore māhū and queer(ed) Pasifika experiences through research, creative expression, and lived knowledge.

Volume 12 features numerous contributors, including essayists such as Stephanie Nohelani Teves, Dan Taulapapa McMullin, J. Hauʻoli Lorenzo-Elarco, Hope Matsumoto, Anuhea Nihipali, Kamalani M. F. H. Johnson, Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu & Kaʻiminaʻauao Kahikina, Léuli Eshrāghi, ʻIhilani Lasconia, G. H. Kapeliela Gilbert, Leināʻala Mahi, Lehuauakea, Phylesha Brown-Acton, Santino Giovanni Camacho, Wilson Ta, Myra Parker; Såhi Velasco, Falefia Jr. Brandon Fuamatu, Marie Antoinette Perez, Roldy Aguero Ablao, Tressa P. Diaz, & Michael S. Spencer; Donavan Kamakani Albano, Noʻu Revilla, Tatiana Kalaniopua Young & Sami L. A. Akuna, Māhealani Ahia & Aaron Kiʻilau, Maile Arvin & Eliana Massey, alongside a collaborative research team. Commissioned artists for this volume include Kaʻiminaʻauao Kahikina and Malia Osorio.

Edited by Ākea Kahikina & Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio

Softcover, 399 pp.