http://arxiv.org/abs/2004.14136
In the field of astronomy, Maunakea is known as a prestigious site for observing and science. In Native Hawaiian culture, Maunakea is revered as the connection between past, present, and future generations and their ancestral lands of Hawai’i. We have reached a juncture at which it is necessary to allow and enable Native Hawaiians to pursue careers in astronomy, especially on Maunakea. This paper serves to tell the accounts of four Kanaka astronomers and raise awareness of the barriers they have faced while pursuing astronomy careers. The authors identify issues that the community faces due to the disconnect between astronomy and Hawai’i communities and propose resolutions to lead the way forward.
H. Kaluna, M. Neal, M. Silva, et. al.
Thu, 30 Apr 20
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Comments: Submitted to the National Academy of Sciences Decadal Survey on Astronomy and Astrophysics (Astro2020) Panel on the State of the Profession and Societal Impacts (SoP)