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Our mission

Our Mission

To promote the understanding and appreciation of equine heritage through education, responsible storytelling, historical documentation, and meaningful engagement with the people and communities connected to horse-related traditions.

Our mission recognizes that the history of horses extends beyond the animals themselves. It includes the knowledge, skills, experiences, and relationships that have developed between horses and people across different places and generations.

Through educational resources and heritage-focused activities, HAWAIIAN HORSE HERITAGE aims to encourage thoughtful exploration of these connections. We believe that accessible information, careful documentation, and respectful public engagement can make heritage more understandable and relevant.

Our approach is guided by evidence, cultural sensitivity, responsible animal welfare principles, and a commitment to communicating our activities honestly.

Our mission in practice

  1. 1

    Education

    Make reliable information about equine heritage accessible.

  2. 2

    Documentation

    Encourage careful preservation of relevant historical records and stories.

  3. 3

    Engagement

    Provide appropriate opportunities for public learning and participation.

  4. 4

    Awareness

    Promote informed discussion about horses, heritage, and responsible stewardship.

  5. 5

    Accountability

    Clearly describe organizational activities and their intended purposes.

Our commitment

We aim to align our public communications with our mission, our actual activities, and our organizational responsibilities. We welcome constructive feedback and opportunities to improve the quality and accessibility of our work.