Asian-Pacific Law and Policy Journal at UH Manoa
University of Hawaii - Manoa (Richardson)
About Asian-Pacific Law and Policy Journal at UH Manoa
The Asian-Pacific Law and Policy Journal is a student organization at the University of Hawaii - Manoa's Richardson School of Law, serving the Honolulu, HI community and beyond. Established within one of Hawaii's most prestigious academic institutions, the journal reflects UH Manoa's longstanding commitment to fostering scholarly excellence and regional expertise. Founded in 1907, the University of Hawaii at Manoa has grown into a destination of choice for students and faculty from across the nation and the world, with particular strengths in Pacific Islands studies, Asian studies, and comparative law. The journal embodies this institutional heritage by providing a meaningful outlet for legal scholarship focused on the Asia-Pacific region. As part of a vibrant academic community of over 20,000 students representing 122 countries and regions, the journal benefits from diverse perspectives and collaborative opportunities. UH Manoa's commitment to being the leading indigenous-serving university in the country shapes the journal's approach to legal and policy issues affecting Native Hawaiian communities and Pacific Island nations. The organization connects student scholars with faculty mentors and legal professionals who share a passion for understanding and addressing regional challenges. By bringing together emerging voices in legal scholarship, the journal contributes to UH Manoa's broader mission of conducting pioneering research to address critical issues. The journal operates within a university deeply committed to sustainability, multicultural understanding, and the principles of aloha. Through its work, the Asian-Pacific Law and Policy Journal strengthens the intellectual community at UH Manoa while advancing knowledge that serves the people of Hawaii and the wider Asia-Pacific region.