About me
Kaiulani Odom has been involved in indigenous health for over 40 years. Her specialty is in `Ai Kupele, nutrition from a cultural perspective. She is a licensed lomi lomi practitioner who has trained in both Western and Hawaiian modalities. She strives to support communities of Hawaiʻi to connect with the `ike and practices passed down by their ancestors, fostering healthy lifestyles for future generations
She was the first Director of the Roots Program at Kokua Kalihi Valley. Under her direction, the program grew to establish two community gardens, a cultural food hub, a café, family health programs, birthing programs, culinary education, and community engagement. Ka’iulani co-founded Ehuola in 2010. Families regularly meet to bring cultural practices such as lomilomi, `aipono, la`au lapa`au, and other traditions into the home for a healthier låhui.
She is currently the Executive Director of Hawaii Good Food Alliance, whose members work for a thriving, sustainable food system. From farmers to food hubs to health care, they use their collaborative strengths to bring about equity, justice, and well-being. When it comes to the health of our land and our people, we move forward by looking back and honoring our elders, traditions, and culture. E ola!
