Wayfinding Collective

The SAILI Wayfinders Collective is a community-driven movement rooted in the Samoan word sa’ili, or seeking knowledge, which guides the preservation and sharing of ancestral wayfinding traditions. The collective unites Utah’s Pasifika community and Pacific Islander practitioners to teach navigation, storytelling, and cultural arts, helping members stay rooted and resilient even far from the islands. Through mentorship, workshops, and public programs, SAILI empowers youth and community members to connect with their heritage, celebrate cultural identity, and chart a thriving future.

Meet the Collective

Tuloutele Celeste Manuia Ha’o

Wayfinder

Fani Bruun

Captain

Rex Lokeni

Captain

Nu’u Tilo

Oratory/Spoken Word

Kumu Tina Cabiles-Carden

Music and Chant

Leilina Tilo

Youth Advisor

Moana ‘Ulu’ave Hafoka

Author/Storyteller

Lanakila Bush

Material Culture

2025 Utah Wayfinding Week.

This year’s inaugural Utah Wayfinding Week brought Pacific Islander culture to life, immersing the community in ancestral navigation, storytelling,

and arts while creating a powerful space for intergenerational learning and cultural connection.

2025 Recap

Videos