OUR MO'OLELO
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
E hele me ka pu’olo. Make every person, place, or condition better than before, always.
OUR FOUNDER'S JOURNEY
Joseph K. Simpliciano Jr., a decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, returned to his cherished Wai'anae coastline after serving in Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan, only to find it marred by burnt-out cars, homelessness, and neglected beaches. Determined to restore his homeland, Joseph founded Kingdom Pathways, an organization rooted in aloha ʻāina (love for the land) and kuleana (responsibility).
Joseph's deep connection to his heritage, tracing back to Kekuʻiapoiwa II, mother of King Kamehameha the Great, and Henry Kanihonui, a Kingdom of Hawaii subject who signed the Kūʻē Petition, fuels his commitment to his community His leadership reflects a passion for honoring his heritage and fostering community development.
Joining him in this mission is his wife, Carmen Guzman-Simpliciano, Director of Kingdom Pathways and a proud descendant of Umi a Līloā. Carmen integrates her rich cultural heritage into her work, overseeing projects that reflect the community's vision. She leads efforts to restore wetlands around Pōka'ī Bay, improve water quality, and protect marine life.
Together, Joseph and Carmen have initiated projects to clean up beaches, parks, and public spaces, transforming them back into safe, welcoming areas for the community. Their passion for environmental and cultural heritage drives them to engage in educational outreach and advocate for meaningful change across Wai'anae. Through Kingdom Pathways, they embody the true spirit of aloha ʻāina, demonstrating that with dedication and love for the land, a community can be restored and thrive once more.
Our Vision
A Vision for Hawaiʻi’s Tomorrow
At Kingdom Pathways, we are dedicated to restoring environmental health, promoting social equity, and preserving our cultural heritage. Guided by the wisdom of our Kupuna (ancestors) and energized by the strength of our kaiāulu (community), we strive to build a resilient and vibrant Hawaiʻi for future generations.
We believe in leading from where we are—starting with our own backyard. By embracing the idea of *huli the system*, we work from within to create meaningful, lasting change for our people. Central to our mission is empowering the voices of kānaka (Native Hawaiians), ensuring that their perspectives, wisdom, and leadership guide the path forward.
Our goal is to ensure our community receives what it deserves: restored beaches, safe parks, clean water, and an environment where both people and nature can thrive. Together, we are weaving a future rooted in mālama (care), aloha for our ʻāina, and the collective strength of our ʻohana.
What We Do
Restore Public Spaces
Foster Community Resilience
Protect Natural Resources
Partnering with government and local organizations to clean up beaches, parks, and shared spaces.
Protect Natural Resources
Foster Community Resilience
Protect Natural Resources
Advocating for clean water and sustainable hunting and more green spaces.
Foster Community Resilience
Foster Community Resilience
Foster Community Resilience
Empowering our community through education, advocacy, and sovereignty to build a self-sustaining future.
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Kākou
Due to the Trump administration and DOGE affecting the EPA and our grants, Kingdom Pathways has temporarily paused all hiring operations. Applications will be saved, and we will follow up once operations resume.
Mahalo for your understanding and patience during this time.