The Rev. Dr. Moses D. Barrios and Calvary by the Sea invites the LGBTQIA+ community to join them for a special Lighting of the Advent Candle of Love ceremony with musical guest Lina Robins. Pastor Barrios writes, "Calvary by the Sea welcomes and affirms our LGBTQIA+ siblings and friends, and boldly declares that truth for … Continue reading Lighting of the Advent Candle of Love

According to Hawaiʻi State Sen. Chris Lee, "The fuel leak at Red Hill is a water crisis that threatens Oahu's fresh water supply.  Despite pressure, the Navy still refuses to acknowledge the 80+ year old fuel tanks at Red Hill must be substantially modified or replaced. So, where does that leave us and what is … Continue reading Whatʻs Really Happening at Red Hill?

HoMA's major fall exhibition Artists of Hawai‘i Now featires 13 new works by 18 contemporary Hawai‘i artists. Through a mix of technology, new media, performance, site-specific works, and traditional art practices, the dynamic, thought-provoking works in Artists of Hawai‘i Now examines some of today's most crucial and timely themes. Explore the collective vision of this diverse … Continue reading Artists of Hawai‘i Now

#LGBTQfamily @HonoluluPride. Celebrate the many forms our families take by sharing your photos of family gatherings during this holiday season. As the ballroom legend and advocate Hector Xtravaganza of the House of Xtravaganza famously said, "Blood does not family make. Those are relatives. Family are those with whom you share your good, bad and ugly, … Continue reading #LGBTQfamily @HonoluluPride

The Policy and Advocacy Training Series is a free series of virtual trainings that feature insights from local policy and advocacy experts. Session 3, on January 8, is "Take the next step: Get your message out and learn from public officials" with presenters: Ryan Catalani, Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network, and panel to be announced. The … Continue reading Policy and Advocacy Training Series

As we approach the 2022 Hawaii Legislative session, Civil Beat invites you to join them at the Civil Cafe Legislative Preview + Pau Hana in partnership with the Hawaii State Art Museum. At this in-person and online event, Civil Beat’s legislative reporting team and invited lawmakers will share their expectations for the 2022 session. Submit your questions for … Continue reading Civil Cafe: Legislative Preview + Pau Hana

In 2022, Hawai'i state lawmakers will begin a third legislative session under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic. Priorities, transparency and accountability will be part of the discussion. Learn more by watching Insights On PBS Hawaiʻi on Thursday, January 13 at 7:30pm. You can join this conversation on the 2022 Legislative Preview by phoning in … Continue reading What’s In Store During the 2022 Legislative Session?

Nominate your company for the Pacific Business News 2022 Hawaii's Best Workplaces. PBN wants to see which companies have the best culture, leadership, and, most importantly, engaged employees. Hawaii's Best Workplaces is designed to honor the islands' leading employers, going beyond the norm to foster an enjoyable and meaningful work environment for their employees For more information, … Continue reading Nominations open: 2022 Hawaii’s Best Workplaces

LGBTQ+ working people were significantly more likely to have lost their job or to have their income reduced at the height of the COVID pandemic. And for LGBTQ+ working people of color, the impact was even more pronounced. Join Pride At Work and the civil and human rights community to learn and strategize at this … Continue reading Honoring Our Past and Protecting Our Future: The 2022 AFL-CIO MLK Conference

Gay Island Guide is partnering with Project Vision Hawaii to provide FREE Booster Shots this Sunday at their first Oasis Pool Party of the year at White Sands Hotel from 1pm to 5pm. Bring Your Vaccine Card and ID to get boosted and updated! For more information, and to purchase tickets, click here.