Join Civil Beat IDEAS editor, Julia Steele, with Judge Daniel Foley, Maui GMO initiative petitioner Alika Atay and attorney R. Brian Black. In Hawaii, every county charter provides a process for forcing a citizen vote on a specific issue of concern. Our IDEAS Live discussion will look at the logistics of getting an initiative on the ballot and will explore the pros … Continue reading Civil Beat IDEAS Live: Power To The People

The Rental and Utility Relief Program (RURP) will reopen for new applications on Monday, June 7. To help people understand the application process, RURP is holding a webinar on Thursday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on the One Oahu Facebook page: facebook.com/oneoahu People can learn about: · Who is eligible for the program. · Income … Continue reading Rental and Utility Relief Program Community Webinar

Kauaʻi Pride is a family-friendly event to uplift and celebrate LGBTQIA+ lives, and for Kauaʻiʻs youth to see themselves reflected in their own community, and know that they belong. The 5th annual celebration in Līhu‘e will take place on Saturday June 3, 2023. The Parade, 9:00-10:00am on Rice St. from Vidinha Stadium to the County … Continue reading Kaua’i Pride Parade & Festival

The Stonewall Caucus (formerly the LGBT Caucus) of the Democratic Party of Hawaii is offering a training on June 7th at 6:00pm open to any member of the Democratic Party of Hawaii. Now that the 2021 Legislation Session has adjourned ("Sine Die"), Gov. Ige has until June 21 to say which bills, if any, he … Continue reading Sine Die – Now What: Stonewall Caucus of the Democratic Party of Hawaii

Nationally, the alarm has been raised about increases in mental health issues among youth and there is a growing awareness of youth needs and vulnerability. In this session, the presenters will give you an overview of the state of youth mental health in Hawai`i, share possible solutions and resources available both locally and nationally. Who … Continue reading Youth Mental Health in Hawaii

Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities, in partnership with Value of Hawaiʻi: Hulihia, is hosting deep-dive community conversations on our ideas, wonderings, hopes, and challenges for our post-pandemic futures. Small groups of very diverse voices from across our islands will tackle different topics together, and spend time listening, sharing, imagining, and building new connections.   Try Think: … Continue reading Try Think: Hulihia

Common Cause, honoring its first 50 years at this pivotal moment in our democracy, is celebrating the "Power of We — you and me — working together". “We must tackle fanaticism in all its guises — racism, religious bigotry, political paranoia, and all other variation of divisive behavior.” JOHN GARDNER, founder of Common Cause "Renewing … Continue reading Common Cause: 50 More Years Celebration

What have we learned from coronavirus disparities, and what should we be doing moving forward? Join Civil Beat reporter Anita Hofschneider in conversation with community stakeholders as we delve into health equity issues in Hawaii. Guests include: Josie Howard, Chief Executive Officer, We Are Oceania Dr. Sheri Daniels, Executive Director, Papa Ola Lokahi Chantelle "Tellie" Matagi, Contact Tracing Lead Investigator … Continue reading Health Equity

On June 12 of each year, onePULSE Foundation holds an Annual Remembrance Ceremony at the site of the Pulse nightclub. The observance brings together the families of those whose lives were tragically taken and provides them a space to remember their loved ones in peace. We also honor all who survived, the brave first responders and our trauma … Continue reading Pulse Five-Year Remembrance Ceremony Livestream

In order to create cultures of racial equity we must reckon with our past. Is your organization predominately white? Is your leadership team mostly or all white? This isn't by chance, it's by design. Join The Adaway Group for this free training and explore how we got here, and look at ways organizations have successfully … Continue reading Organizational Reckonings: past, present, and future

Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation board member Ian Tapu (Hawaii State Judiciary) will be a featured speaker at "From the Margins to the Center: Building Solidarity Across Movements", the 18th Annual conference of the Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Ian's workshop is titled "Queerness and Justice: Exploring the Intersectionality of Violence". Joining Ian will be … Continue reading Ian Tapu at HSCADV Conference

This year has tested the resilience and brilliance of transgender and nonbinary people living in the United States. Given the tragic spike in the murders of largely of Black trans women in 2021, coupled with the surge of anti-trans legislation – over 130 bills introduced in over 30 states – business leaders have a tremendous … Continue reading We’ve Got Your Back! Learn How to Show Up for Your Transgender & Nonbinary Colleagues

Come get your car washed and support the Maui AIDS Foundation cause. $10.00 per car - $9.00 for dads on for Father's Day! Sunday, June 20th 8am-12pm at the Minit Stop Wakea, 85 S Wakea Ave., Kahului, HI 96732. Click here. The mission of Maui AIDS Foundation is to promote the sexual health and well-being … Continue reading Maui AIDS Foundation Car Wash Fundraiser

Brought to you by the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC), TRUE Initiative and Entrepreneurs Sandbox, the monthly Women in Tech series features female technologists who share their experiences working in the technology industry in technical and tech-adjacent roles. If you are looking to gain insights into different roles or thinking about transitioning into the technology sector, join this live, … Continue reading Women in Tech: An Interview with Francine Beppu

This four-part series on PBS Hawaiʻi explores the topic of mental illness from past to present and reveals attempts to unravel its mysteries. This series premieres on June 22nd at 9PM with the first two episodes, the last two episodes air on June 23rd at 9PM. Watch a preview | Check your local PBS Hawaiʻi schedule

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division’s Safe Spaces Committee members, Kimberly Allen and Robin Lee will present “The ABCs of LGBTQ”, a training on the basics of working with LGBTQ youth. They will cover relevant terms, the LGBTQ-specific impacts of prejudice, discrimination, and oppression on mental health, and how to make a safe space for … Continue reading The ABCs of LGBTQ

Residence Inn by Marriott (Oahu, Kapolei) and Gay Island Guide Present "SPLASH-INN" Pool Party in honor of Pride Month on the west side of Oahu! Enjoy an afternoon of fun out by the pool with two of Hawaii's top DJ's Keala Kennelly and DJ Emvee! Plus, drag performances by Water Melone and the west side's … Continue reading “SPLASH-INN” Pool Party benefit for Honolulu AIDS Walk

Teens are invited to attend the famous New York City (NYC) Youth Pride live stream viewing party, in a celebration of and for LGBTQIA+ and ally teens, on Saturday, June 26, 9 am to 1 pm, at the Nu‘uanu YMCA (1441 Pali Highway). The viewing party at the Nu’uanu Y, sponsored by national and local … Continue reading Free NYC Youth Pride Viewing Party at Nu’uanu Y

Gay Island Guide's very first LGBTQ+ pool party of 2021 will be the new OASIS Pool Party at the White Sands Hotel featuring DJ Vaughn, drag performances by Aria Del Rey and Brittany Glamazon, prizes and more! Saturday, June 26th from 1pm to 5pm. Ages 21+ You and your friends must reserve an area to … Continue reading Gay Island Guide Oasis Pool Party

The Vida Mia and Honolulu Pride invite you to a special fundraising event for the Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation. Enjoy a Sunset Tea Dance on the Vida Mia -- a 61-foot wooden yacht that was built in 1929 and recently restored to her original elegance. With beats by My Friend George, and lite bites by … Continue reading Vida Mia x Honolulu Pride Sunset Tea Dance

The Stonewall Caucus (formerly the LGBT Caucus) is celebrating 20 years of advocating for Hawaii's LGBTQIA+ community by hosting a Zoom for Pride dance party on Saturday, June 26th at 7:00 pm HST. They're also celebrating national Pride month, and honoring all the advancements the LGBTQIA+ community has made over the years. Donations will be split evenly … Continue reading Zoom for Pride

The Domestic Violence Action Center embraces the principle “Divine Abundance follows the law of service and generosity. Give and then receive. Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you.” Join them on Sunday, June 27 for their DVAC Pride Fundraiser at the Encore Saloon from 11am-5pm. For … Continue reading DVAC Pride Fundraiser: Paws + Pride + Peace

Gay Island Guide and Dark Mirror Entertainment are proud to present a very special Pride Drag Brunch on Sunday, June 27th from 12noon to 2pm at Arts at Marks Garage. the event will benefit the Honolulu Aids Walk and the Hawai’i Health and Harm Reduction Center. In addition to an amazing show, all tickets include … Continue reading Pride Drag Brunch

Blue Note Hawaii and Comedy U are presenting a special local comedy showcase to benefit the 20th Annual Honolulu AIDS Walk and the Hawaii Health & Harm Reduction Center. With Blue James, Blake Alexander, Lanai, Brandi Morgan and Jhonny Rox-Hollywood. Tickets are available at www.bluenotehawaii.com ⁠