THINK OUTSIDE,

THINK OUTSIDE,

THE BOX!

THE BOX!


We are on a mission to educate and empower the next generation of culturally grounded, community serving technology makers and problem solvers.


We are on a mission to educate and empower the next generation of culturally grounded, community serving technology makers and problem solvers.

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Where Creativity

Takes Root

Mōhala is Purple Maiʻa Foundation's design and innovation department, supporting Hawaiʻi's emerging creators by integrating ʻōiwi perspectives into design, media, and marketing. Through education, mentorship, and hands-on work, we build pathways for thriving in the creative economy—grounded in culture and place.

Growing Futures,

Grounded in Culture

Mōhala exists to nurture creativity that is accountable to community and rooted in Hawaiʻi. Our purpose is to grow creative confidence, cultural connection, and career opportunity—ensuring local voices are not only included, but centered. We believe innovation should strengthen relationships, uplift ʻike, and serve the long-term well-being of our lāhui. Every program and partnership is guided by care, reciprocity, and respect for story.

From Learning

to Practice

Mōhala operates at the intersection of training, creativity, and workforce development, transforming learning into action.

  • Workforce Pathways

  • Cultural Innovation

  • Community Partnerships

  • Creative & Design Services

  • Creative Education

  • Workforce Pathways

  • Cultural Innovation

  • Community Partnerships

  • Creative & Design Services

  • Creative Education

Digital Creators

Free course to help develop foundational creative skills.

Digital Creators

Free course to help develop foundational creative skills.

Creators Studio

Digital Creators internships and Mōhala contract projects.

Creators Studio

Digital Creators internships and Mōhala contract projects.

Community Impact

We don’t just teach skills—we create pathways.

Community Impact

We don’t just teach skills—we create pathways.

Turning Access

Into Opportunity

Mōhala turns access into opportunity. By combining culturally grounded learning with hands-on experience, we help emerging creators move from curiosity to confidence—and from training to meaningful work.

Expanding Career Access

We create pathways for emerging creators to enter and thrive in creative and digital careers, offering training, mentorship, and hands-on experience that build confidence and competence in design, storytelling, and media.

Values-Aligned Partnerships

Strengthening Local Economy

Amplifying Indigenous Stories

Expanding Career Access

We create pathways for emerging creators to enter and thrive in creative and digital careers, offering training, mentorship, and hands-on experience that build confidence and competence in design, storytelling, and media.

Values-Aligned Partnerships

Strengthening Local Economy

Amplifying Indigenous Stories

Expanding Career Access

We create pathways for emerging creators to enter and thrive in creative and digital careers, offering training, mentorship, and hands-on experience that build confidence and competence in design, storytelling, and media.

Values-Aligned Partnerships

Strengthening Local Economy

Amplifying Indigenous Stories

Trusted by Leaders

Driving the Future

We're proud to work alongside organizations and leaders who are committed to creating meaningful change. Here's what some of our partners have to say.

VoltHaus has transformed the way we manage EV charging at our facilities. Reliable, efficient, and seamlessly integrated into our operations!

Olivia Henderson

Sustainability Director

"What stood out most was the participants’ professionalism, creativity, and cultural grounding. They understood how to tell our story in ways that felt authentic to our values."

Alyssa-Ann Lee

Agribusiness Project Manager

The best EV charging solution we’ve implemented intelligent load management and a smooth user experience set VoltHaus apart!

James Caldwell

Chief Technology Officer

"For me, Digital Creators was not just a class, but a life-changing opportunity that helped me step into my dream job while building the business I’ve always wanted."

Hunter Nahoʻoikaika

Creative Director

Our public charging stations have never been more accessible and efficient. VoltHaus ensures our customers always have power when they need it.

Maria Thompson

Operations Manager

"Digital Creators gave me not only confidence in my work as a photographer and digital storyteller, but also the insight to connect with others who share a passion for storytelling."

Lexi Figueroa

'Āina Technician

Partnering with VoltHaus was a game changer for our charging infrastructure. Scalable, easy to use, and backed by excellent support!

Daniel Reynolds

Business Development Lead

"We believe this program is vital for both students and community partners. It provides hands-on experience in digital storytelling while strengthening the small businesses and nonprofits that form the backbone of our community."

Lehia Apana

Cultural Practitioner

The Team

Behind Mōhala

Mōhala is powered by educators, creatives, mentors, and collaborators who believe in the power of culture-centered design.

Makana Waikiki

Marketing Director

Tre Zamora

Forward-Deployed Engineer

Hunter Nahoʻoikaika

Systems & Design Manager

Pōhaikealoha Panoke

Managing Director of Hulihia Labs

Let’s Grow

Let’s Grow

Something Together!

Something Together!

Interested in learning more or working with Mōhala? Whether you’re looking to:

Join a Digital Creators cohort

Partner on a creative project

Collaborate on community-centered storytelling

Explore mentorship opportunities in design and digital media

Support your team via culturally responsive design

We’d love to connect.