Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 4, Number 1, 1 January 1987 — Na Ahuʻula O OHA Protocol Explained [ARTICLE]

Na Ahuʻula O OHA Protocol Explained

Here is the protocol of Na Ahu'ula O OHA. It is to be wom only at: • Mauna 'Ala services. • All formal occasions. • Funeral services of an ali'i or distinguished Hawaiian. • Church services honoring an ali'i or distinguished Hawaiian. • Parades or ceremonial event. The following prohibitions are in effect while the Ahu'ula is being wom: • No drinks of any kind are allowed, with the exception of water. • Eating is not allowed. • Leis or other objects cannot be wom over the Ahu'ula. • The Ahu'ula must be carried to an event and then draped. If the chairman is present, take the lead from the chairman to drape. It is to be removed immediately. following the event. • lf not wearing a suit, a white dress shirt is permitted. • The Ahu'ula must always be carried when not wearing. It is never to be placed on a chair or other objects. A member of a family or of a delegation may also carry it. V /