Together We Are Stronger: Micronesian and Hawaiian Solidarity

Abstract: This dialogue emphasizes the reciprocal obligations of Kanaka Maoli, CHamoru, and Chuukese people to one another from the particular context of Hawai'i. The collaboration represents a call for Hawaiians and Micronesians to take each other into fuller account and to develop our collective strength as we struggle for justice, in a time of global climate crisis. The authors confront imperialist militarism and internalized racisms within our communities. These dynamics hamper us from taking coordinated action. We believe these conversations are particularly urgent as our peoples meet rising seas and intensifying storms and fires.