Hoitosana
Hoitosana is a term used in contemporary discussions of care, community resilience, and mutual aid. In its broad sense, hoitosana denotes a framework or practice that centers caregiving, social repair, and reciprocal obligations within a community. It is not tied to a single discipline and appears in speculative fiction, zines, and online discussions as a way to articulate interconnected responsibility and healing processes.
Etymology and origins for hoitosana are varied and informal. The word does not have a universally accepted
Practice and applications of hoitosana vary by context. In fiction, it often describes ritual gatherings, circles
Reception and interpretation of hoitosana are mixed. Proponents view it as a flexible framework that accommodates
See also: mutual aid, restorative justice, care ethics, social capital.