The Kingdom Office of Island Governance is entrusted to esteemed nobles recognized for their deep knowledge of Hawaiian culture, traditions, and the needs of the people. Acting as governors and mayors of their respective islands, these leaders serve as the Crown’s representatives, ensuring fair governance, cultural preservation, and the well-being of their communities. Their kuleana (responsibility) is to uphold pono (justice, balance) and aloha ʻāina (love for the land), maintaining harmony between the people, the land, and the Kingdom.