Urging The Counties And The State To Work With Huamakahikina And Kumu Hula To Establish Policies Protecting Hula.
Impact
The proposed resolution underscores the scarcity of resources that currently supports Kumu Hula and hula-related activities. It calls for enhanced public funding and facilities aimed at developing new policies that recognize the rigorous training Kumu Hula undergo and the economic value they bring to Hawaiian culture. By pushing for collaboration with Huamakahikina and local authorities, the resolution aims to create a supportive framework for hula, ensuring its longevity in Hawaii’s cultural landscape.
Summary
Senate Resolution 108 urges the counties and the state of Hawaii to collaborate with Huamakahikina and Kumu Hula to establish policies that would protect hula, a traditional dance form integral to Hawaiian culture. The resolution highlights the increasing misrepresentation and cultural appropriation of hula due to its growing popularity, which has led to exploitation by those who teach hula without proper authorization or acknowledgment as Kumu Hula, the recognized masters of this art form. The bill aims to address these cultural concerns while safeguarding the integrity of hula by promoting standards and expectations around it.
Contention
Debate surrounding SR108 typically revolves around concerns over cultural misappropriation and the inadequacy of existing intellectual property protections for Kumu Hula. There is an acknowledgment that without proper support and regulation, the cultural essence of hula may be jeopardized. Critics may argue whether enough engagement will be established by the state and counties to effectively address these pressing cultural and economic issues surrounding hula and its practitioners.
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